The laundry, picking up milk at the store, paying the electric bill, writing the next great American novel; There's something cathartic about checking items off a to-do list. How much greater would it be if they weren't things you dreaded but stuff you actually looked forward to doing!? We've compiled an ambitious list but we think the more of these to-dos you get to-done, the more you'll enjoy summer.
HIT THE TRAILS
Hop on a mountain bike to explore the trails... maybe take a side trip to Iron Fish Distillery.
RING THE BELL
Let everyone know you've reached the top of the Vertical Edge Climbing Wall.
ZIP OVER THE POOL
Well worth the trip through the Edge Adventure Course.
ALPINE SLIDE
The only one in Michigan (and one of four in the midwest).
WHAT'SUP
There are 44 lakes in Benzie County alone, explore them on a Stand-Up Paddleboard.
EXPLORE THE LABYRINTH
The fort atop Michigan Legacy Art Park is well worth the climb.
FUN WITH PHYSICS
Downhill mountain biking in the Gravity Park holds practical lessons in Newton's Laws.
SPLASH IN THE PARK AT WATER'S EDGE
Summers should be spent by the water.
HIGH-TECH TAG
It helps to be fleet of foot but sharp aim is right on target in laser tag.
HAVE S'MORE
What's summer without graham crackers, chocolate and marshmallow?
SUNSET IN FRANKFORT
Or just about anywhere along Lake Michigan.
MOUNTAIN BIKE
Find your guide at the Peak Fitness Center.
FIT TO A TEE FOR FAMILIES
Swing up to the Golf Practice Center every Wednesday for fun games and clinics.
CLIMB A DUNE
Just 30 minutes away at Sleeping Bear Dunes.
GET CRAFTY
Find a list of on-site crafts in the "This Week at Crystal" flier.
SUN SALUTATION
Greet the day with yoga at the top of the mountain.
ROLLING ON THE RIVER(S)
Platte or Betsie? Tube, canoe or kayak? Why not try them all!
CHAIRLIFT RIDES
Best seats in the house.
SLIP AWAY TO CRYSTAL SPA
Celebrate its 10th Anniversary.
DINE AMONG THE ROSES
Seek a table in the Thistle Rose Garden.
