by Cassandra Lybrink | Dec 10, 2025 | Culture, Explore, Water
Oscoda area holds six impressive hydroelectric dams Photo courtesy of Shannone Bondie William A. and James B. Foote are best known as the founders of Consumers Energy — at first called Consumers Power Company — but near Oscoda, the brothers are more commonly...
by Cassandra Lybrink | Dec 10, 2025 | Culture, Explore, Family, Trails
Lumberman’s Monument honors those who developed Oscoda Lumberman’s Monument photo courtesy of Shannone Bondie Why are lumbermen so often discussed in Oscoda? The profession played an essential role in the development and growth of Iosco County, and left...
by Cassandra Lybrink | Nov 26, 2025 | Culture, Explore, Uncategorized
If you’ve never visited Oscoda, but the name rings a bell, you might be associating the area with Wurtsmith Air Force Base. The since- decommissioned base was — for many years — the heart of the Oscoda. It remains an important historic site and local legacy....
by Cassandra Lybrink | Nov 26, 2025 | Culture, Explore, Uncategorized
Photo courtesy of Shannone Bondie Oscoda, while technically an unincorporated community, has an interesting history. The region straddles Au Sable Township and Oscoda Township in Iosco County, and includes the mouth of the Au Sable River and shoreline along Lake...
by Cassandra Lybrink | Oct 20, 2025 | Culture, Explore, Family, Uncategorized
Does Oscoda, Michigan have a downtown? A Guide to Shops and Eateries If you’re wondering whether Oscoda has shops, boutiques, restaurants and bars to keep you occupied during your visit, you’ll be pleased to learn the area’s downtown district is...
by 8456pwpadmin | Sep 30, 2025 | Culture, Explore, Fall, Trails, Uncategorized
As the vibrant colors of autumn sweep across Michigan’s Sunrise Coast, Oscoda offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and rich historic discovery. This fall, we invite you to slow down and explore our fascinating history from the tales of lumbering days at the...
