COMPUTER and WEB SITE Services:

• Consulting, technical support, installation, and training for Macintosh, and Windows computers and Internet; featuring on-site services and annual computer tune-ups.

• Web Site: custom Web site design, mobile Web sites, and domain services.

BENZIE, GRAND TRAVERSE, and LEELANAU COUNTY OUTDOOR GUIDES -- The owner is also the author of:

• "Benzie County Michigan Trail Guide" — provides the details of trails for hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing in Benzie County. A handy book for the bipedal-powered outdoor enthusiast. all of which are available at the Frankfort Chamber, many stores throughout the area, and Amazon.

• "A Guide to Benzie County Michigan Rivers, Lakes, and Creeks" — cover 33 of the county's 58 inland lakes, 2 of its 4 rivers, and 5 of its many creeks — all the navigable and publicly accessible inland water in the county. A handy book for all recreational users, especially those fishing by boat and paddling. 

• "A Guide to the Rivers and Lakes of Grand Traverse and Leelanau Counties, Michigan" — covers all 66 of the publicly and easily accessible inland lakes, the in-county pieces of the five rivers in those two counties, and ALL of the access points to those lakes and rivers. 

RECREATIONAL KAYAKING GUIDE -- The owner is also the author of: 

• "The Savvy Paddler" — A very comprehensive and practical guide for the technically-minded paddler covering all aspects of recreational kayaking.

Steps to The Beach & 2 Blocks to Downtown Frankfort. TWO Rental Units on site!

The Beachcomber (click on Beachcomber VRBO link here) (Main House) has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and sleeps 10-11. Deluxe Master Suite has a King bed, a Full-size sleeper couch, an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower with 8 luxurious showerheads, and whirlpool tub, and an 8 x 10 walk-in closet (large enough for a pack n' play! ), and a private balcony! The second bedroom has a Queen bed and an en-suite bathroom with a tub and shower. The "Bunk Room" has 1 Twin XL bunk bed and 1 Twin XL over a Queen futon bed with access to a shared bathroom and shower.

 Large updated gourmet kitchen with double ovens, granite countertops and spacious side-by-side refrigerator/freezer. Microwave, 4 slice toaster, 6-quart crockpot, new cookware, bakeware and cutlery set. The garage also has a kitchen and bathroom, for group gatherings!

 The Birdhouse (click on Birdhouse VRBO link here) (Guest Suite above the garage) has 1 bedroom (King bed ) and a spiral staircase leading up to a large sleeping loft (3 double beds). Full kitchen, dining room, living room, 1 bathroom. Very flexible ... works great for a couple or a small family! 

Equipped with Refrigerator, electric stove, Microwave oven, coffee maker, toaster, cable TV &  wireless internet, TV/DVD/CD player, Board games and cards. Small private porch with 2 chairs/table. Shared use of a large entertainment patio, and gas grill. 

Mission Statement

The mission of the Benzie Area Symphony Orchestra is to prepare, promote, and  perform orchestral music to audiences from the Benzie County area.

The mission is supported by three mutually reinforcing elements:

Artistic Excellence: promote a standard of excellence in orchestral music

Musical Development: provide a musical environment that encourages  lifelong musical participation and enjoyment

Education: ensure growth in musical skills and knowledge of orchestral music