Links
At the Mackinac Island Butterfly House we believe that education and fun can go hand in hand.
The following sites are provided for educational and recreational purposes.
We hope that you enjoy them.
The International Association of Butterfly Exhibitors
www.butterflyexhibitions.orgNorth American Butterfly Association
http://www.naba.orgEl Bosque Nuevo, a real butterfly farm
www.sciencenorth.com
For a special treat visit Science North in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. With four floors of interesting, educational, and fun things to do you could spend two days there joining the experts in special events, science programs, and so much more. There's even an Imax theater!
But I don't want to spoil it, go there and check it out for yourself. While you're there, say hi to Dan Chaput, Staff Scientist, and Jacquie Bertrand, Horticultural Technician. They're on the third floor, and don't forget to visit our favorite friends, Sue, Mike and Roxanne on the second floor (they're the ones in the display in the middle of the room).
It's learning while having fun, and it doesn't get any better than that.
See you there!
Conservation.org Conservation and a Healthy Planet
Discover Learn Explore Act Give
Those are the first words you'll read on the homepage of an organization of scientists traveling the world to protect our environment and keep our planet healthy.
Sound like something you'd like to know more about?
Go To www.conservation.org and learn how you can do your part
The Butterfly Farmer
http://www.butterflyfarm.co.crThe Butterfly Website
http://www.butterflywebsite.comWhere Do Butterflies Come From?
http://hhmi.org/coolscience/butterfly/index.htmlButterflies & Bugs
http://billybear4kids.com/butterfly/flutter-fun.htmlChildren's Butterfly Site
http://bsi.montana.edu/web/kidsbutterfly/Zoom Butterflies
http://www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/butterfly/Weedfullthings.com
Checkout this website "Where the Weedy, Seedy, and Wild Things Are"
visit www.weedfullthings.com for note cards made from weeds and other organic materials, and shaped into butterflies, dragonflies, other insects, and a multitude of other interesting things.
Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau
Get all the information you need for a great visit to the Island at www.mackinacisland.org
Star Line Hydro-Jet Ferry
Ride the Star Line to Mackinac Island. The only hydro-jet ferry service on the Great Lakes
Visit www.mackinacferry.com
Shepler's - Your Gateway to Mackinac Island
For more information, visit www.sheplersferry.comArnold Line Ferry Service
Take the most historic ferry line to Mackinac Island.
For more information, go to www.arnoldline.com
Island Accomodations
Or go to: www.mackinacisland.org for information on some other great places to stay while visiting the island.
Restaurants On the Island
At The Yankee Rebel Tavern you'll experience regional cuisine in a historical period setting. Lunch offers unique salads, distinctive sandwiches, and homemade soups. Dinner entrees range from specialty salads, renowned Yankee Pot Roast, and fresh fish to Filet Mignon. Childrens menu available. Full bar with an extensive collection of wine by the glass.
For more information go to www.yankeerebeltavern.com
Horns Bar is a local and visitors favorite spot! Established in 1933!
Offering traditional sandwiches, superb nachos, interesting salads, and soups for lunch. A variety of American and flavorful Southwestern appetizers and entrees for dinner. Childrens menu available. Full bar specializing in Margueritas. Live entertainment after 9:00 p.m.
Find them at www.hornsbar.com
Located in the Lake View Hotel and Conference Center, "Goodfellows" Restaurant features a classic American / Italian menu featuring daily specials. The Lake View and Goodfellows are both located directly across from Starline and Shepler's Ferry Lines. For more information
Go to www.lake-view-hotel.com and click on "Goodfellows".
The Village Inn on Hoban Street, conveniently located a short walk from the Star Line and Shepler's Ferry docks. Famous for their Planked Whitefish.
For more Information go to www.viofmackinac.com
Mackinaw City Accomodations
Excellent location at the foot of the Mighty Mac with all the amenities.
Trout Creek Condominium Resort
Beautiful northern Michigan condos located in Harbor Springs. Only a short 15 minute drive from Petoskey, and approximately 45 minutes from the Mackinac Bridge.
Mackinaw City Chamber of Tourism
Looking for a great place to stay on the south side of the bridge? Mackinaw City offers some wonderful accomodations, check out www.mackinawcitychamber.com or call 800-301-1765 for a choice of hotels, some close to the city, some further out, and all are very nice. You'll also have the option of some complete custom vacation packages to choose from.
Don't miss putt putt golf at Animal Tracks adventure golf, located on South Huron Street next to Nonna Lisa's Italian Restorante where they serve wonderful wood fired pizza in a spectacular log building.
Regular Season Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Open 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. prior to Memorial Day, and after Labor Day.
Mackinac Island, MI 49757
906.847.3972