Michiganders, Let’s Make These 3 Spring Traditions Official!

As winter finally loosens its grip, Michiganders do not need a reason to welcome spring with open arms.

While we already have plenty of seasonal traditions, why not create a few more?

Here are some serious and silly traditions we should establish to make spring in Michigan even more exciting.

The Great Pothole Dodge

After months of brutal winter cycles, Michigan is flooded with a treacherous maze of potholes. 

Why not turn the hazard into a community event? Michigan drivers would compete to see who can complete a designated route with the fewest pothole hits.

You get extra points for creatively dodging them while keeping your drinks from spilling!

First 50-Degree Shorts Day

The moment the thermometer hits 50 degrees, Michiganders should break out their shorts.

Yes, even if there is still snow on the ground. With people already doing it naturally, why not make it official?

Every March, we would declare a statewide "Shorts and Sandals Day" to celebrate our optimism for warmer weather.

The Ice Scraper Farewell Ceremony

It is time to abandon your ice scrapers.

After being your lifeline throughout the winter, each April, you can gather in your driveways, thank the ice scraper for all of its hard work, and ceremoniously place it into storage.

With these new traditions, spring in Michigan will be super exciting.