Welcome to Our Wedding Weekend in Beautiful Northern Michigan!

We are absolutely thrilled that you’ve traveled to be with us to celebrate! Your presence

means the world to us, and we can’t wait to share this special time with you.

As you know, Northern Michigan holds a special place in our hearts because of the

memories we have created in this beautiful natural wonderland. The Great Lakes are

among the largest freshwater lakes in the world, with thousands of smaller lakes and

beaches to enjoy. The little villages in the Leelanau County peninsula each have their

own charm and beauty.

Please enjoy yourself in this beautiful little corner of the world. We’ve included some

ideas for you of our favorite restaurants and places to visit. Important phone numbers

are also in this welcome packet. Keep in mind the wedding events we have scheduled

for fun and relaxation together. The itinerary is below ~ can’t wait to see you there!

Thank you again for being part of our journey. Let’s make unforgettable memories

together!

With love and excitement,

Katie and Ray

Emergency Contacts:

● Wedding Coordinator: Kelsey Brotherton (989) 285-7496

● Leland Lodge General Manager: Brian Glynn (231) 256-9848

Transportation:

● We’ve arranged buses to and from the wedding festivities on Saturday. Pickup

up locations below, exact times TBD:

○ Leland Lodge

○ Falling Water

○ Whaleback Inn

● Return buses will be available from 10:00 pm to 1:30 am

Schedule of Events:

○ Thursday, July 18

■ 5:00 PM: Welcome Cocktail Reception, Leland Lodge

○ Friday, July 19

■ All day: Boat Excursion & Swimming on Lake Leelanau

○ Saturday, July 20

■ 10:00 AM: Scavenger hunt, Leland (at own pace)

■ 5:00 PM: Wedding Ceremony, Willowbrook Mill, Northport

■ 5:30 PM: Cocktail Hour followed by dinner and dancing

■ 11:00 PM: After party at Northport Pub & Grill

Share the Love:

● We’d love to see your photos! Please share yours with us! (Make sure to tell us

who is involved, what is happening and where it took place!)

Local Recommendations:

While you’re here, take some time to explore the charming town of Leland and the

breathtaking Leelanau Peninsula. Here are a few must-see spots:

● Fishtown (Leland): Wander through the historic fishing village. Don’t miss at

least tasting the smoked whitefish while you’re in Michigan! Lose yourself at

Leelanau Books for an hour.

● Sleeping Bear Dunes: Hike the dunes for stunning views of Lake Michigan.

● Van’s Beach: Enjoy this “hidden” Lake Michigan beach on the outskirts of

Leland.

● Wine Tasting: Leelanau Peninsula is known for its wineries. Don’t miss

Chateau Fontaine or Black Star Farms.

● Sunset at Pyramid Point: Trust us, it’s magical.

https://mymichiganbeach.com/pyramid-point/

● Shop: Don’t miss Haystacks in Leland or Suttons Bay, a local enterprise gone

viral with a signature skirt for every woman. Suttons Bay art galleries and

other unique gift shops make for a pleasant visit. https://www.haystacks.net/

● Move your Body: Rent a bike or e-bike and peddle your way on the TART trail

between Suttons Bay and Traverse City, or around the Sleeping Bear National

Lakeshore. Or, rent an SUP or kayak and head out to the tranquil blue waters

of Lake Michigan or Grand Traverse Bay. https://visitlp.com/how-to-enjoy-

biking-on-michigans-leelanau-peninsula/

Restaurants:

Many of the best local restaurants utilize fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables grown locally,

including the delectable tart cherries! Michigan lakes yield whitefish, perch, lake trout and other

delicacies - be sure to sample something new while you’re here!

Leland Restaurants

Trish's Dishes. Great breakfast/lunch spot with gourmet takeout https://trishesdishes.com/

Village Cheese Shanty. Fantastic sandwich shop in Historic Fish Town

https://www.villagecheeseshanty.com/

The Cove. Casual bar & restaurant for lunch or dinner by the waterfall. https://www.thecoveleland.com/

The Riverside Inn. Fine dining and cocktails with beautiful views of the Leelanau narrows

https://theriversideinn.com/

Bogey’s 19 th Hole. Casual restaurant and wine bar at the Leland Lodge.

The Wine Bar Fine dining with wine cellar and tasting room. Limited hours, so reservations are highly

recommended. https://lelandlodge.com/

Lake Leelanau Restaurants

*Lake Leelanau is 5 miles from Leland

Nittolos. Great pizza, Italian food and wine https://www.nittolos.com/

The Capitol Dog. Burgers, Hot dogs, Fries, and ice cream https://www.capitaldog.net/

Dick’s Pour House. Tavern with hunting & fishing decor serving pub grub, pizza, steak & seafood menu.

https://www.dickspourhouse.com/

Fiddleheads Sandwich Shop. Casual dine-in and take-out breakfast and lunch

https://www.fiddleheadssandwich.com

*Additional restaurants located in Suttons Bay and Omena