n a trip to northern Michigan several years ago, our fully loaded van (six people, a ton of supplies and lots of camping/fishing stuff) broke down on the highway. With two broken push rods and a big loss of power we limped into the next town where I put up the family and my son's friend in a motel. The next day I dropped off the van for engine replacement and got a ride to Battle Creek to rent another van so we could continue our trip. When I returned my family had already been checked out of the motel and all of our stuff was at the curb. Tired and sweaty, I hurriedly packed the new van and got underway so we could continue our vacation. As I exited Marshall, I realized that - "Holy crap that was the home of Dark Horse Brewing". If I ever needed a beer...
Well, every year since on our way to and from Mac's Island we stop at the Dark Horse for the half way rest and to eat and get beer. Lots of good memories. This photo sums that up.