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Program Schedule
Episodes usually air the weekend following the "week of" date. Check your local PBS Station for airdates and times
January 2026
Episode #2301 | week of January 8, 2026
Schoolcraft County, Michigan
“WINTER TRAILS"
We start this trip by joining a professional groomer then we take snowmobiles on the trail that we just groomed. All in the wilds of the Upper Peninsula.
Episode #2305 | week of January 15, 2026
Houghton Lake, Michigan
“MICHIGAN'S ALL-AROUND WINTER FUN FEST"
We snowshoe, ice fish, snowmobile and just plain enjoy all that winter has to offer including Michigan’s oldest winter festival, Tip-Up Town USA.
Episode #2302 | week of January 22, 2026
Upper Peninsula, Michigan
“WHEN WINTER STAYS LATE"
Winter doesn’t always end when it’s supposed to and this trip takes us to some amazing waterfalls at the end of winter with the water rushing over the falls.
Episode #1901 | week of January 29, 2026
Michigan / Ontario
“THE BEST OF WINTER"
We have seen some incredible winter scenery and experienced some exciting winter fun and thought let’s share some of our favorites with our viewers. It’s all here today on the Best of Winter.
February 2026
Episode #2202 | week of February 5, 2026
Upper Peninsula, Michigan
“SPRING IN THE CENTRAL UPPER PENINSULA"
We geocache our way through some of the most scenic spots to find hidden treasure, then we are going to check out a historic bar.
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