A little sun is finally coming through, after several days of rain and snow, in the Grand Traverse Bay. The sky is mostly overcast, with big puffy clouds, but a slice of blue sky is visible. Columns of sunlight are visible on the distance illuminating the haze. Nearby, the lake shore is covered in snow and ice. Farther away some low, dark hills are visible. The scene looks very cold.

A slice of sun is finally coming through, after several days of rain and snow, in the Grand Traverse Bay. Michigan, January 2026.

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A moment of calm.

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Sunset over Lake Michigan in Traverse City. Clouds hover above.

Good night everyone... May your weekend have moments of calm.

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Laughably delayed morning saunter, 8/6/25. Group expedition to #traversecity #grandtraversebay #allimportanticecreambreak #puremichigan #michigan #morningsaunter

Yellow, pink, orange sky at sunset over Lake Michigan. A sailboat is on the horizon and ducks are swimming eastward in the foreground.

Some of my favorite things... Water, sunsets, and ducks.
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A purple sunset fills the sky over a large body of water. Sand and bare branches of a tree can be seen in the foreground.

Sunset over #GrandTraverseBay 💕💙

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My Monday edition of “Where in the World is Steve Griggs?” 😀

It’s a beautiful day in Traverse City!

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Grand Traverse Bay | Northern Michigan History Grand Traverse Bay is composed of two main arms: the West Arm and the East Arm. The West Arm stretches about 20 miles from its entrance at the Manitou Islands to its junction with the East Arm. The Ea...

From ancient canoe routes to cherry orchards and wine trails, Grand Traverse Bay is steeped in history and beauty! Discover how this iconic bay shaped the region.
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Discover the Beauty and Adventure of Grand Traverse Bay - Dyer Lake Vacation Home Explore Grand Traverse Bay! Enjoy beaches, boating, wineries, lighthouses, and more in this stunning Great Lakes destination.

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Fun on West Grand Traverse Bay | Adventures in Northern Michigan West Grand Traverse Bay is a large, deepwater bay that stretches about 32 miles in length. It has sandy beaches and a scenic shoreline.

West Grand Traverse Bay shorelines offers family friendly activities, restrooms, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboard rentals. Enjoy stretches of sandy beaches and spectacular views without salt, sharks, or tides. #traversecity #grandtraversebay #familyfun adventuresinnorthernmichigan.com/fun-on-west-...

The bow of Althea, ropes and capstan in focus while the deep blue water below is slightly blurred.

Looking up from the bow of Althea at the full Genoa sail and the main mast and cable stays. The sky is a muted gray-blue.

Below deck, Althea has a small woodstove and beautiful wooden trim. There’s a pillow on the bench that says “HOOD 1963,” commemorating the year Althea was built and her designer, Ted Hood.

A chrome ventilation cowl reflects the photographer, laying near the bow of Althea. The Genoa sail is also visible in the reflection. Everything behind the cowl is all slightly out of focus, including the beautiful water and a far off sailboat.

Althea, sailing out of Traverse City on a beautiful summer afternoon. 2024

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Mind the Tell-Tales -Always good advice
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photo by Steve Spanoudis (instamatic film camera BION)
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The combination of the sunset, clouds and waves gave way to a great shot!
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