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The weather could have been nicer, but it was a really beautiful area. Yes, lots of fishing and boating. We saw many sailboats and ferries from our hotel room. The Great Lakes is awesome, I'm a bit biased though being from Michigan.

I think, due to the distance from here to there and that I'd be on a time frame, I'd hit the Great Lakes area before these lesser, but still good, areas. I'd have to be economical with time I guess...or just stay as long as I liked and never come home.

There's definitely a ton to do and see. If you ever think you are actually going to make the trip, let me know what sort of stuff you want to do/see and I can probably give you some pointers/connections.

I'll certainly be looking for tips.