Michigan Winter Survival Guide: How To Make The Most Of A Snowed-In Day

With the impending West Michigan snowstorm and continuation of the winter season, it is best to hunker down indoors.

But just because you are stuck inside does not mean you have to be bored out of your mind!

I have put together 5 Michigan-themed ways to make the most of a snowed-in day.

Read A Book (Bonus Points if it is Michigan-themed)

As an avid reader, I will always recommend people to crack open a book in any downtime.

If you do not have a book on hand, the local public library is always a great resource.

Want to cozy up with a Michigan-related book? Here are few recommendations:

• Middlesex by Jeffrey Eugenides
• The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead
• Detroit: An American Autopsy by Charlie LeDuff

For more recs, you can check them out here.

Have A Michigan Sports Marathon

Whether it is the Red Wings, Detroit Lions, Pistons, Tigers, or any Michigan college team, you can rewatch any of the classic games to take your mind off the snow outside.

Snowstorms are the perfect time to binge-watch your favorite movies or TV shows.

Pop some popcorn, grab a cozy blanket, and enjoy several hours of entertainment.

Make Michigan Comfort Food

Being snowed in is the perfect chance to test out a new recipe, especially one only Michiganders would love.

Whether it is homemade pasties, a bowl of Detroit chili, or a cherry pie, you can eat good and watch it down with Faygo or Vernors!

Watch A Michigan Movie

With good food, you need some entertainment to keep you busy.

Try out the classics like Gran Torino, 8 Mile or Grosse Point Blank.

If you scroll down, there will be other movies that are based on or filmed in Detroit like It Follows, which is a good option for horror movie fans.

Have A Virtual Hangout

While you do not want to go outside, you can still stay connected with all of your fellow Michiganders who are enduring the snow, too.

Hop on a Facetime or video call to chat with family and friends. You can plan your next family trip (when it's snowing like crazy outside).

Regardless of what you do, take the snowstorm as your opportunity to get in some well-deserved TLC.