People at the NewPage Escanaba facility — the largest local employer — take pride in their work, neighborhoods and natural surroundings. It’s the result of rewarding career opportunities, close-knit communities and an abundance of beautiful woodlands and water. If you enjoy nature or an active lifestyle, you’ll find plenty to do in and around Escanaba. Hunting, boating, fishing, golfing, hiking, skiing and snowmobiling are among the popular activities.
Located on Little Bay de Noc, Escanaba is the Delta County seat. It’s a thriving small community that offers varied activities and services for its residents, as well as tourists who visit Michigan’s Upper Peninsula in all seasons. You’ll also find cultural and intellectual outlets in Escanaba. The fine arts center, museums, art galleries, choral society, city band, community theater, libraries, parks, schools and community college play an integral role in the life of Escanaba.
City of Escanaba
www.escanaba.org
Local government, services, community links
www.uproc.lib.mi.us
Escanaba Public Library
www.nmu.edu
Northern Michigan University, located an hour away in Marquette, Michigan
www.baycollege.edu
Bay college offers a wide variety of two year and certificate degrees. Its Besse Center Theater offers opportunities to view professional and amateur performances.
www.answers.com
History, weather, geography, culture
“The quality of life in Delta ranks as one of the best in the U.S., and is often cited by those who have chosen to live, work and operate a business here.” – www.deltami.org
Chamber of Commerce
www.deltami.org
Delta County Chamber of Commerce: businesses, churches, community and visitor information
Real Estate
www.upmls.com
Upper Peninsula Association of Realtors® – comprehensive listing of area homes for sale
www.coldwellbanker.com
Data on communities, housing, and schools
Recreation
www.travelbaysdenoc.com
Delta County places to visit, things to do, maps, activity information
www.travelbaysdenoc.com
Interactive, flash Travel Guide for Bays de Noc (travel, lifestyle, and business directory)
www.michigan.org
Attractions, events, shopping, dining, golf, driving tours, by city
www.bonifasarts.org
Fine arts center in Escanaba, information on events, exhibits, theater productions, workshops, education
www.fandango.com
Listing of movies playing at Willow Creek Cinema 8 (search for live events at www.fandango.com)
www.michigan.gov
Upper Peninsula State Fair
www.ymcadelta.org
YMCA of Delta County
www.uptravel.com
U.S. Travel and Recreation Association (complete travel and lodging information, with events, activities, attractions, etc.)
News and Weather
www.dailypress.net
Local news, sports, community events, weather
www.weather.com
Weather conditions and forecasts in Escanaba and surrounding areas
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