We made it to the western side of the state today. Most of the students were seeing the dunes for the first time.

We explored Silver Lake dunes on a guided dune buggy and got out mid-ride to run down the largest dune there – then climb back up. You’ll notice on our YouTube videos we had a few spectacular face plants.

Then we headed north towards Sleeping Bear Dunes and went to the beach at the Point Bestsie Lighthouse for dinner and swimming at the beach.

We finished the day relaxing at the hotel. It was an incredibly fun day, but also very special to be able to share most students’ first trip to the dunes with them.

Tomorrow we will explore the park. Students will be mapping the park and creating beach profiles.