Keweenaw Mountain Lodge

Stargazing: Northern Lights Photography Workshop
2023-12-09 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Detroit) | KML Banquet Room, 14252 US Hwy 41, Copper Harbor, MI, 49918, United States
[ Read: December 9, 2023: Northern Lights Photography Workshop Recap ]
About the Workshop
The purpose of this workshop is to educate people on how to capture the beauty of the northern lights and the night sky on camera. Topics being covered include equipment needed, camera settings, and the best locations for viewing. These workshops will start out with a brief PowerPoint presentation (in the conference room), and then we will go outside for hands-on experience — taking pictures of the night time sky (hopefully northern lights) around the Lodge property (weather depending). With the information garnered from the workshop, it will make stargazing more enjoyable.
Please bring your camera, a tripod, a red flashlight (if you have one), warm clothing, and a great attitude.

Price
Free for Lodge guests, $75 for non-Lodge guests.
Reservations are required. Space is limited, so you will want to register early to reserve your spot. To reserve your spot, please call (906-289-4403 ext 4) or email outdoor-activities@keweenawresort.com.
Location
You meet at the Banquet Room at the Keweenaw Mountain Lodge at 7:00pm, and the session will last about 2 hours.
About the Instructor: Nate Bett
Nathan Bett is a photographer and educator in Hancock Michigan. Although originally from Marquette, Michigan, Nathan recently relocated to Hancock from New York City, where he taught at the City University Of New York, and represented a major camera manufacturer as a technical specialist in photography. He now spends his time indulging in the over abundance of natural beauty in his native UP and spending excesses of time outdoors with his family. Nathan maintains a passion for photography and the outdoors that he delights in sharing with students. His work can be viewed at nathanbett.com and @natebett and @artmonstermedia on Instagram.

Lights Out!
2023-12-07 - 2023-12-13, 2023-11-09 - 2023-11-15, 2023-10-11 - 2023-10-17 | KML Lodge, 14252 US Hwy 41, Copper Harbor, MI, 49918, United States

Lodge Closed for Staff Meeting
2023-12-06 14:00 - 15:30, 2023-11-08 14:00 - 15:30, 2023-10-11 14:00 - 15:30, 2023-09-13 14:00 - 15:30 | KML Lodge, 14252 US Hwy 41, Copper Harbor, MI, 49918, United States

Resort Closed for Staff Vacation
2023-11-20 - 2023-11-30
The resort will be closed during this time, for KML staff vacation to enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday. This is the staff’s one big holiday during the year. As such, the physical facilities will be closed, we will not be answering phones, and we will be slow in responding via email during this period of time.
Enjoy the holiday, and give thanks.

Stargazing: Northern Lights Photography Workshop
2023-11-11 19:00 - 22:00
[ Read: November 11, 2023: Northern Lights Photography Workshop Recap ]
About the Workshop
The purpose of this workshop is to educate people on how to capture the beauty of the northern lights and the night sky on camera. Topics being covered include equipment needed, camera settings, and the best locations for viewing. These workshops will start out with a brief PowerPoint presentation (in the conference room), and then we will go outside for hands-on experience — taking pictures of the night time sky (hopefully northern lights) around the Lodge property (weather depending). With the information garnered from the workshop, it will make stargazing more enjoyable.
Please bring your camera, a tripod (if you have one), warm clothing, and a great attitude.

Price
Free for Lodge guests, $75 for non-Lodge guests.
Reservations are required. Space is limited, so you will want to register early to reserve your spot. To reserve your spot, please call (906-289-4403 ext 4) or email outdoor-activities@keweenawresort.com.
Location
You meet at the Banquet Room at the Keweenaw Mountain Lodge at 7:00pm, and the session will last about 2 hours.
About the Instructor: Nate Bett
Nathan Bett is a photographer and educator in Hancock Michigan. Although originally from Marquette, Michigan, Nathan recently relocated to Hancock from New York City, where he taught at the City University Of New York, and represented a major camera manufacturer as a technical specialist in photography. He now spends his time indulging in the over abundance of natural beauty in his native UP and spending excesses of time outdoors with his family. Nathan maintains a passion for photography and the outdoors that he delights in sharing with students. His work can be viewed at nathanbett.com and @natebett and @artmonstermedia on Instagram.

Fostering the Keweenaw's Dark Skies
2023-11-10 12:00 - 13:30 | Keweenaw Area Community Foundation, 236 Quincy St, Hancock, MI, 49930, United States
[ Read: Fostering the Keweenaw’s Dark Skies Seminar Recap ]

[ A Visit Keweenaw Sustainable Tourism Series Event ]
Program Description
The Keweenaw is home to some of the darkest skies in the Midwest. This provides visitors and residents access to incredible stargazing opportunities and even the chance to experience the Northern Lights. Join Visit Keweenaw for a discussion on ways to ensure the Keweenaw’s dark skies are preserved for future generations and the science behind light pollution prevention. We’ll touch on actions taken to establish the Keweenaw Dark Sky Park in Copper Harbor and why preserving dark skies are important to the region.
Speakers
John Mueller | Keweenaw Mountain Lodge & Keweenaw Dark Sky Park: John is the chief lead at the Keweenaw Mountain Lodge, where he is heavily involved with the staff as it relates to culture, operations, and strategy of the resort. He purchased the WPA-era lodge at the top of the Keweenaw in 2018, and has transitioned the rustic and historic cabins to be supported by outdoor activities, rustic worldly food, and education year-round.
Previously, John was a professor at St. Edward’s University, focusing on entrepreneurship and innovation. Before his time at St. Edward’s, he was a faculty member at Fresno State and Western Michigan University. He finished his PhD in Entrepreneurship at the University of Louisville, and has an MBA from the University of Illinois and a BBA from Southern Methodist University. He is a native of Austin, Texas, and has lived in many cool places around the world which has helped shape his perspective on life.
John Barentine | Dark Sky Consulting, LLC: John is an Arizona native and comes from the “dark side” of science — professional astronomy. He grew up in Phoenix and was involved in amateur astronomy there from grade school. Later, he attended the University of Arizona, beginning research in jobs at the National Optical Astronomy Observatories and National Solar Observatory headquarters in Tucson. From 2001-06 he was on the staff of Apache Point Observatory in New Mexico, serving first as an observing specialist on the Astrophysical Research Consortium 3.5-meter telescope and then as an observer for the Sloan Digital Sky Survey. John is the author of three books on the history of astronomy, The Lost Constellations, Uncharted Constellations, and Mystery of the Ashen Light of Venus. The asteroid (14505) Barentine is named in his honor. ​
He obtained a master’s degree in physics at Colorado State University and a master’s and Ph.D. in astronomy at the University of Texas at Austin. John has contributed to science in fields ranging from solar physics to galaxy evolution while helping develop hardware for ground-based and aircraft-borne astronomy. Throughout his career, he has been involved in education and outreach efforts to help increase the public understanding of science.
John formerly served as the International Dark Sky Places Program Manager, Director of Public Policy and Director of Conservation for the International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) in Tucson, Arizona.

This event is organized by Visit Keweenaw as part of the Keweenaw Sustainable Tourism Series.

Visit Keweenaw Board - Strategy Meeting
2023-11-09 | KML Lodge, 14252 US Hwy 41, Copper Harbor, MI, 49918, United States

Stargazing: Northern Lights Photography Workshop
2023-10-15 19:30 - 22:00
[ Read: October 15, 2023: Night Sky Photography Workshop Recap ]
About the Workshop
The purpose of this workshop is to educate people on how to capture the beauty of the northern lights and the night sky on camera. Topics being covered include equipment needed, camera settings, and the best locations for viewing. These workshops will start out with a brief PowerPoint presentation (in the conference room), and then we will go outside for hands-on experience — taking pictures of the night time sky (hopefully northern lights) around the Lodge property (weather depending). With the information garnered from the workshop, it will make stargazing more enjoyable.
Please bring your camera, a tripod (if you have one), warm clothing, and a great attitude.

Price
Free for Lodge guests, $75 for non-Lodge guests.
Reservations are required. Space is limited, so you will want to register early to reserve your spot. To reserve your spot, please call (906-289-4403 ext 4) or email outdoor-activities@keweenawresort.com.
Location
You meet at the Banquet Room at the Keweenaw Mountain Lodge at 7:30pm, and the session will last about 2 hours.
About the Instructor: Nate Bett
Nathan Bett is a photographer and educator in Hancock Michigan. Although originally from Marquette, Michigan, Nathan recently relocated to Hancock from New York City, where he taught at the City University Of New York, and represented a major camera manufacturer as a technical specialist in photography. He now spends his time indulging in the over abundance of natural beauty in his native UP and spending excesses of time outdoors with his family. Nathan maintains a passion for photography and the outdoors that he delights in sharing with students. His work can be viewed at nathanbett.com and @natebett and @artmonstermedia on Instagram.

Last Day of the 2023 Season for the Golf Course
2023-10-15 | KML Golf Course, 14252 US Hwy 41, Copper Harbor, MI, 49918, United States

Dining Services Close at 3pm (for a Private Event)
2023-10-14 15:00 - 17:00 | KML Lodge, 14252 US Hwy 41, Copper Harbor, MI, 49918, United States
The dining services at the Lodge will be closed to the public on this day, starting at 3pm for a private event (wedding). As such, the Little Cabin Cafe will stop serving at 3pm that day.

Golf Course Closes at 2pm
2023-10-14 14:00 - 17:00 | KML Golf Course, 14252 US Hwy 41, Copper Harbor, MI, 49918, United States

Yankovich/Mastrondanto Wedding
2023-10-14 | KML Lodge, 14252 US Hwy 41, Copper Harbor, MI, 49918, United States

Golf Course Closes at 4pm
2023-10-13 16:00 - 17:00 | KML Golf Course, 14252 US Hwy 41, Copper Harbor, MI, 49918, United States

Morning Miles: Interpretive Hikes – Thursday Mornings with the OAC Team
2023-06-01 10:00 - 12:00 | KML Outdoor Activities Center, 14252 US HWY 41, Copper Harbor, MI, 49918, United States
Interpretive Hikes – Thursday Mornings with the OAC Team
Join the OAC team for an interpretive hike Thursday mornings at 9:45am. These hikes are open to people of all ages. Hikers should expect variable terrain that requires a moderate fitness level. Routes vary, but participants can expect to do anywhere between 2-4 miles. Discussions include plant and animal identifications, local geology, weather, lodge history and possibly the use of nature apps.
These nature hikes are a good opportunity to practice mindful, quiet moments so guests can listen to the sounds of nature. While these are social/educational hikes, quiet hikers tend to encounter birds and other animals.

Morning Miles: Tuesday Mornings with the OAC Team
2023-06-06 10:00 - 12:00 | KML Outdoor Activities Center, 14252 US HWY 41, Copper Harbor, MI, 49918, United States
Morning Miles – Tuesday Mornings with the OAC Team
Join a KML team member on a guided hike on the Lodge property. These social hikes are a great way to familiarize yourself with the trails while getting some exercise.

Fall Colors Photo Workshop
2023-09-30 10:00 - 20:00
[ Read: September 30, 2023: Fall Color Photo Tour Recap ]
The Fall Colors Photo Workshop is an all day event held at the Keweenaw Mountain Lodge. Photographers will learn different techniques and visit different locations in order to view and capture the Keweenaw Fall Colors at their peak. The workshop begins at 10:00 AM and lasts until 8:00 PM.

Stargazing: Northern Lights Photography Workshop
2023-09-17 20:00 - 22:30
[ Read: September 17, 2023: Night Sky Photography Workshop Recap ]
About the Workshop
The purpose of this workshop is to educate people on how to capture the beauty of the northern lights and the night sky on camera. Topics being covered include equipment needed, camera settings, and the best locations for viewing. These workshops will start out with a brief powerpoint presentation (in the conference room), and then we will go outside for hands-on experience — taking pictures of the night time sky (hopefully northern lights) around the Lodge property (weather depending). With the information garnered from the workshop, it will make stargazing more enjoyable.
Please bring your camera, a tripod (if you have one), warm clothing, and a great attitude.

Price
Free for Lodge guests, $75 for non-Lodge guests.
Reservations are required. Space is limited, so you will want to register early to reserve your spot. To reserve your spot, please call (906-289-4403 ext 4) or email outdoor-activities@keweenawresort.com.
Location
You meet at the Banquet Room at the Keweenaw Mountain Lodge at 7:30pm, and the session will last about 2 hours.
About the Instructor: Nate Bett
Nathan Bett is a photographer and educator in Hancock Michigan. Although originally from Marquette, Michigan, Nathan recently relocated to Hancock from New York City, where he taught at the City University Of New York, and represented a major camera manufacturer as a technical specialist in photography. He now spends his time indulging in the over abundance of natural beauty in his native UP and spending excesses of time outdoors with his family. Nathan maintains a passion for photography and the outdoors that he delights in sharing with students. His work can be viewed at nathanbett.com and @natebett and @artmonstermedia on Instagram.
