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Episodes usually air the weekend following the "week of" date. Check your local PBS Station for airdates and times

September 2019

Episode #1511 | week of Sept 5, 2019

Bruce County, Ontario

“LIGHTHOUSE KAYAK TRIP”

Lighthouses standing majestically on a shoreline or an island conjure up images of romance and adventure. This trip will take us to 8 different lighthouses all located on Lake Huron.

Episode #1513 | week of Sept 12, 2019

Michigan's Upper Peninsula

“AUTUMN U.P. GETAWAY”

There is no time like fall for that wilderness Getaway. Canoeing, fishing and just incredible scenery for an incredible fall adventure.

Episode #1516 | week of Sept 19, 2019

Tawas Bay, Michigan

“COLOR TOUR ALONG U.S. 23”

When the colors change there is no better place to experience the autumn beauty than a trip on the water and down the shore. Today you will be entertained with the eye candy of changing seasons in the Tawas Bay area on Michigan’s Sunrise Coast.

Episode #1104 | week of Sept 26, 2019

Port Elgin, Ontario

“FALL HARVEST IN ONTARIO”

So, you thought that the 1-pound cucumber in your garden was big? Wait until you see these 500-pound squash! Big veggies, classic cars, a canoe trip, an orchard visit, hot tubs and elegant dinners make this the perfect autumn Great Getaway.

October 2019

Episode #1510 | week of Oct 3, 2019

Manistique, Michigan

“TOP OF THE LAKE CIRCLE TOUR”

Join host Tom O’Boyle as he takes us on a tour at the most northern edge of Lake Michigan in the place we fondly call the Upper Peninsula. Our tour will take us from Fayette Historic Site all the way to the Seul Choix Point Lighthouse at the other end. In between we will be stopping at the Seney Wildlife Sanctuary, the Thompson Fish Hatchery and many more.