Enter the Summer 2008 Backyard Excursions Mystery Destination Contest

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1. The Summer 2008 Mystery Destination is located in a great lakes port city, which offers pure beauty and relaxation. (Posted 6/4)

2. Kids will scream with joy as they plunge down a 100-foot long, figure 8 waterslide, featuring four thrilling curves and a terrific splash landing. (Posted 6/13)

3. Restaurants, shopping and more are just a short walk away. An elk ranch and historic village are just a short drive away. (Posted 6/20)

4. In the town of the Mystery Destination, you'll find a sculpture park featuring bronze statues on the waterfront. (Posted 6/27)

5. While you’re there, you can unwind in the sunny atrium, swim in the pool, relax in the sauna or sit in the warm, bubbly hot tub. (Posted 7/1)

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Can you guess where Pete, the Backyard Excursions’ Mystery PI, is?

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Backyard Excursions is a travel idea resource guide providing a rich variety of destinations and attractions in the Great Lake states including Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Wisconsin and Illinois. Discover great vacation ideas including family activities, romantic getaways, accommodations, entertainment, shopping, tours, museums, sports, recreation activities and more, all in “your own BACKYARD." Visit locations in Michigan like Frankenmuth, Mackinaw, Traverse City, Bay City, Midland and Ludington. Take a road trip to Shipshewana, Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, South Bend, Greenfield or Antique Alley, Indiana. Explore Toledo, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, Youngstown and Put-in-Bay, Ohio. Take an excursion to Chicago, Springfield, Peoria or Rock Island, Illinois. Plan a weekend in Green Bay, Black River Falls, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin Dells or Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

The destinations are endless, yet not so far away.