12 Things Michiganders Look Forward To Doing This Spring

Warmer temperatures are coming! So what are you most looking forward to about spring in Michigan? Here's our list of things Michiganders are most looking forward to this spring.

Since most of us were kids, we loved to go for a simple bike ride. But why not pack up your bike and ride some of the most beautiful trails you'll find anywhere. From jogging trails to going for a run around the block, you know spring is here with so many people out going for an evening run or even walking their dogs.

Flower festivals happen all over Michigan but some of the most popular are the Dutch-inspired Tulip Time Festival in Holland and the Wineries of the Old Mission Peninsula Blossom Day featuring up to 2.6 million blossoming cherry trees.

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Michigan is known for growing corn, cherries and so much more. Farmer's markets give you the chance to buy fresh vegetables, fruits and other goods directly from the growers. Some of the most prominent are Detroit’s Eastern Market, the Downtown Market in Grand Rapids and the Flint Farmers Market among many others.

While many Americans further to our south can golf year-long spring signals the beginning of golf season in the mitten state. Golf courses begin their regular schedules to the delight of golfers. Michigan is also home to the Ally Challenge at Warwick Hills in Grand Blanc.

Michigan Wine Month is May of each year. This is where we celebrate the state’s nearly 150 wineries. There are several varieties to sooth any taste like Michigan-made Riesling, Gewürztraminer and Pinot Noir.

After a season of ice fishing, this spring Michigan residents are ready to get out into the plentiful rivers and lakes and do some fishing without an ice shanty.

Visiting Mackinac Island is awesome, but visiting the Grand Hotel is an experience in itself. You should check out the recently renovated pool that was constructed by Streeter Brothers of Burton in the middle of winter.

With a staggering 11,037 lakes throughout the state, Michigan offers many opportunity for boaters to enjoy some time on the water in several different settings.

With venues like Pine Knob, Meadowbrook and Soaring Eagle, we are all looking forward to the spring and summer concert season.

There are several ice cream products made right here in Michigan including Country Dairy, home of the happiest cows in the state. Who can't wait to try to beat an ice cream cone as it tries to melt on a warm spring, Michigan day?

Whether you're watching little league or a Tigers game at Comerica Park, nothing beats watching a baseball game this time of year. I need some peanuts and Cracker Jack!