Schedule | Great Getaways

Upcoming
Program Schedule

PBS

Stations and Times

PBS Stations

Great Getaways

Episode Archives

YouTube

Our Channel

YouTube

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

July 2020

Episode #1106 | week of July 16, 2020

Michigan's Upper Peninsula

“THE KEWEENAW PENINSULA”

This rugged wilderness is the northernmost part of Michigan! Here is where the largest freshwater lake on earth creates a peninsula called the Keweenaw. We will hike to Montreal Falls, discover the history of Fort Wilkins and the Delaware Copper Mine, and enjoy the breath-taking beauty of the Great Sand Bay. Plus, we will bring you “Then and Now” giving you a glimpse of what the area was like 20 years ago.

Episode #1703 | week of July 30, 2020

Ludington, Michigan

“TIME TO GO WEST”

We will travel up Michigan’s western shore with stops at Lighthouses, Historic Museums and State Parks. Nothing but fun on this trip.

August 2020

Episode #1101 | week of August 6, 2020

Huron & Sanilac Counties, Michigan

“TOUR THE THUMB”

We take a complete tour of the peninsula that we fondly call the thumb of Michigan’s mitt. Surrounded by water, this part of Michigan is full of great outdoor activities. Our tour includes sightseeing, historic stops, great food, and fun in the water and on land. The Thumb is loaded with campgrounds and we visit the best in a new segment called Camping Country. Don’t miss the opportunity to vote on your favorite as we “Tour the Thumb.”

Episode #1404 | week of August 13, 2020

Roscommon County, Michigan

“STAY AND PLAY - A GREAT OUTING FOR ALL”

When guys and gals want a getaway of their own, when families want to create memories, when couples want some spark, they head to the playground known as Michigan's Other Great Lakes. It is a smorgasbord of fun - shopping, fishing, hiking, golfing and more.

Episode #1505 | week of August 20, 2020

Michigan / Ontario

“Our Favorite Fishing Trips - pt 1”

We have had so many great fishing adventures in and around Michigan that it was time that we took the best and put them in a series of 2 shows. You will enjoy everything from fly fishing on the Rifle River to salmon fishing on Lake Huron. This is part 1 of 2.