Sault Ste Marie's Blog

Rotary Park Paddle Adventures in Sault Ste. Marie

Posted on August 14th, 2019

The scene is set, the paddle is in the water, and you are floating effortlessly. This is not a dream, this is your day of fun and adventure on the waters off Rotary Island Park! In Sault Ste. Marie, we really are incredibly fortunate to live on the beautiful St. Marys River. We are also extremely lucky to h… read more..

Yacht Race to start near Sault Ste. Marie, end in Minnesota

Posted on July 30th, 2019

In what is known as the world’s longest freshwater sailboat race, the Trans Superior International Yacht Race will be navigating mighty Lake Superior beginning Saturday with participants making their way to the George Kemp Marina throughout the week.

Kids Fishing Pond brings families together in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan

Posted on July 24th, 2019

When waking up on a sunny summer day in Sault Ste. Marie, the inevitable, “what can we do today?” will come out of the mouth of at least one person before you take your first sip of coffee in the morning. Luckily, there is a solution that will appease even the pickiest critic: The kids fishin… read more..

Soo Ultimate Paddle Day launches Aug. 17 in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan

Posted on July 15th, 2019

If you love kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and canoeing, this is the ultimate day for you. It is the return of Sault Ste. Marie’s salute to all things paddle-powered. Now in its third year, Soo Ultimate Paddle (SUP) Day has planted itself as one of the premiere water sporting events in the state… read more..

“Future Angler” clinic coming to Sault Ste. Marie National Walleye Tour

Posted on July 11th, 2019

Kids will get their chance to soak in a fishing 101 class on the final day of the Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s National Walleye Tour, Friday, July 26, following the tournament’s championship round weigh-ins and prior to the award presentation. The Sault Ste. Marie Convention & Visitors Bure… read more..

Voyageur Island Kayak Adventure

Posted on July 10th, 2019

There is a hidden gem on the St. Marys River that takes you to a place where you will feel like you are on your own private island. You will have a front row seat to the passing freighters and have the chorus of birds as your soundtrack. The beauty of this retreat is that it is only a 30 minute kayak paddle from… read more..

St. Marys Walleye Club bringing free fishing to US servicepeople

Posted on June 24th, 2019

SAULT STE. MARIE – Now in its second year, the St. Marys Walleye Club is looking to give back to its community starting with a special fishing day for past and present military servicepeople Sunday, Aug. 4th 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. followed by a cookout. Any United States veteran and active military… read more..

E-bike rentals now available in Downtown Sault Ste. Marie

Posted on June 12th, 2019

Tired of walking? Wishing you had your bike with you downtown? Don’t want to pedal up hills? Fear not. Soo Cycles is here for you with an array of electronic-bicycles available for rent. Located in the heart of Downtown Sault Ste. Marie across the street from the Soo Locks Park entrance on West P… read more..

Finding Freighters in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan

Posted on April 29th, 2019

The Soo Locks Visitor Center (SLVC) opens for the season on May 12, 2019, and will be open for our enjoyment from 9 am-9 pm until mid-October. You can call the SLVC hotline at 906-253-9290 for an estimated freighter schedule for boats that are three hours out from the Soo Locks. However,&… read more..

A Guide to Summer Shore Fishing on Lake Superior

Posted on April 17th, 2019

Summer is right around the corner in Sault Ste. Marie! enjoy the newly warm weather by fishing in the majestic Lake Superior. Get your fishing license here or at many local gas stations, and prepare for a day on the largest freshwater lake in the world! Even if you don’t catch your limit, the memories… read more..