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WEB SITE HOSTING

. . . is a full service Marketing and Computer Services company with over 10 years experience in Benzie County.

Our Marketing background includes 33 years of advertising, marketing, graphic design, printing, and sales, experience.

Projects have ranged from simple brochures, product sheets, and multimedia presentations to extensive community information websites and award winning annual reports.

Website design, marketing, and maintenance services include the following:

· Domain Registration, Auto-Renewal, & Hosting
· Custom Website Design
· Website Maintenance
· Meta-Tag Creation for Search Engines
· E-Commerce Shopping Carts
· Site Traffic Tracking
· Pay Per Click Setup and Management
· Feedback Form Creation
· Database Management
· E-Newsletter Creation
· Website Maintenance Packages
· Pre-Press Brochure Creation
· Corporate Identification Services

Gear It Up Communications, Inc. maintains a network of websites to promote Benzie County and Northern Michigan. Whenever possible customer websites are linked to these url's to increase website exposure.
Examples can be found at:

· BenzieCounty.Net
· BenzieCounty.Org
· Benzie.Us

Additional sites will be coming on-line during 2006 offering a 14 county community information network.

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was the first company to open a computer retail/service center in Benzie County.

Our Computer Services background includes ownership in Benzie County's first, locally owned, ISP and ten years home and business computer service and networking experience.

Together, the staff has over 50 year's combined computer hardware, software, programming and troubleshooting experience.

Computer system services include the following:

· New Computer Sales
· Used Computer Sales
· Computer Upgrades
· Computer System Diagnostics
· Home/Office Networking
· Computer Software Troubleshooting
· Wireless Networking
· Data Backup Services
· On-Site Service
· Hardware/Software Consulting
· System Security Programming & Diagnostics

. . . is a member of the Benzie County Chamber of Commerce and past member of the Frankfort-Elberta Chamber of Commerce.

The owner is a member of the Board of Directors for the Benzie County Chamber and the Benzie Sunrise Rotary Club.

The company is also a member of Benzie Neighbors Interactive, a chapter of Business Networking International.

• Computer Services
• Web Site Hosting
• Domain Registration
Call: 231.882.9720

 

BENZIE MARKETPLACE LINKS

Apparel, Galleries & Gifts - clothing, gift ideas, and more
Business Services - accounting, banking, professional, medical
Vacation Information - reference links
Community & Government clubs, churches, government links
Computers & Internet - computers, internet marketing services
Dining & Catering - places to eat
Home & Garden - products and services for the home
Lodging, Resorts & Bed/Breakfast - places to stay
Real Estate & Vacation Rentals - agents, homes, and land
Recreation & Sporting Goods - things to do, marine and camping supplies
Other Links of Interest - Publishers

 

APPAREL, GALLERIES & GIFTS

Cherry Hut Products - The official website for the world famous Cherry Hut Restaurant. For information call: 231-882-4431.

Fernand Footwear - Custom shoes and sandals made in any size, length and width or custom made to tracings of your feet.

Hulls Of Frankfort - From the classic to the casual, Hull's of Frankfort has been serving the fashion conscious woman for over 40 years. 419 Main Street, Frankfort, MI 49635. (231) 352-4642. Email: mariah@hullsoffrankfort.com

Jackleens Jems Jewerly and Gifts - Owners, Jackleen and Pat Carmack have combined their creative energies to establish Jackleen's Jems Jewelry & Gifts, a unique and artistic shop. Jackleens Jems & Gifts is located on Clark Street in downtown Beulah, Michigan. Call the local number - 231.882.2390 or toll-free number - 800.699.2390.

Llama Meadows Farm - a 16-acre organic fruit and vegetable farm. Located in beautiful Benzie Country, in northwest lower Michigan. We raise llamas for wool and manure. Some of the items we make out of the wool are slippers, mittens, hats, and three dimensional art objects. We current have 11 llamas, around 100 fruit trees, we grow grapes, kiwi and  sell decorative flags and banners. 1176 West St., Benzonia, MI 49616. Phone: (231) 882-4933

Roycraft Watercolors, Inc. (Open Year Round)
National award winning transparent watercolor paintings & prints featuring Michigan Landscapes. Author of "Fill Your Watercolors With Light and Color" 8479 Orchard Hill Rd. Beulah, 49617. Off US-31. Ph: 231-882-4627 Email: roycraft@benzie.com

Smeltzer Orchard Company - The Smeltzer Orchard Company offers some of the finest, Premium Dried Fruit Products in the world. Products include Cherries, Blueberries, Cranberries, and Strawberries, all ideal for cooking or snacks. Order your favorite today with our online ordering system.

BUSINESS SERVICES

A&A Painting, Inc. - Residential, Commercial, Exterior, Interior painting. Experienced crew, fully insured, free estimates. Call: 231-882-5214

A-1 Patio & Deck - Call A-1 Patio & Deck to schedule an appointment to have your patio or deck cleaned, powerwashed and sealed. We also can repair that seasonal damage that may have occurred. Don't waste a minute of your vacation time cleaning the patio or deck. Call the courteous folks at A One Patio & Deck at: 231-882-7677. Email JIm@aonedeck.com

Daugherty Law Offices Helping You Navigate the World of Law.
Attorneys At Law. 249 Benzie Boulevard · Beulah, Michigan 49617 Phone 231-882-4404 . Fax 231-882-5152

Four~O Enterprises - LLC is an authorized builder for Pinnacle Building Systems homes and commercial buildings. Located in Benzie, Michigan, we service the Northwestern counties of the state.  1951 Benzie Hwy. Benzonia, MI 49616. Call Toll Free: 1-888-882-4003 - Office: 231-882-4003

JRA - Jim Ryan Associates, interactive multimedia training programs for business.

Lakeshore Title Company - Title insurance, abstracting, title searches. 269 N. Michigan Ave. Beulah, 49617 Ph: 231-882-9691. Fax: 231-882-4475. Email: ltc@lakeshoretitle.net.

M. Weishaar & Company, - C.P.A., PC Tax and accounting services, 289 S. Benzie Blvd., Beulah. 231-882-2313.

Nye Plumbing & Heating - If there is one word that best describes Nye Plumbing & Heating's commitment to the people of the Benzonia community it is Quality. For years, Nye Plumbing & Heating has provided the best in quality produts, quality service, quality customer relations, quality work and a quality team of people. 6877 Grace Rd., Benzonia, MI  49617.  Showroom Hours: Mon-Fri.- 8am-4:30pm. Service Hours 24/7 - 365 Days a Year. Phone:(231) 882-4959 . Toll Free: 1-888-550-4959 . Fax: (231) 882-0073

VIP Communication Solutions - Offering telcom solutions for small to medium-size businesses as an Avaya and LDMI business partner. Call: Lindi Milner at 231-882-7676 or email: LindiM@vipcommunicationsolutions.com

Webber Insurance - An independent, full-service insurance agency offering a complete porfolio of insurance products. Locations in Benzonia and Empire.

VACATION INFORMATION

My Michigan Vacation - My Michigan Vacation is dedicated to bringing you valuable information on Northwest Michigan attractions, vacation information, getaways, and much more. Northwest Michigan is one of the most beautiful places in Michigan with all its natural beauty and numerious attractions.

Benzie County Info - More travel, recreation, vacation information. One of a network of vacation information web sites managed by Gear It Up Communications, Inc. to promote Northwest Michigan. Visit: BenzieCountyInfo.Com

Hamlin Lake Resorts - One of a network of vacation information web sites managed by Gear It Up Communications, Inc. to promote Northwest Michigan. Visit: HamlinLakeResorts.Com

Manistee County Info - One of a network of vacation information web sites managed by Gear It Up Communications, Inc. to promote Northwest Michigan. Visit: ManisteeCountyInfo.Com

Mason County Info - One of a network of vacation information web sites managed by Gear It Up Communications, Inc. to promote Northwest Michigan. Visit: MasonCountyInfo.Com

COMMUNITY & GOVERNMENT

Benzie Audubon Club - Our major objectives are focused on promoting an appreciation for and better understanding of the plants and animals of northern Michigan.

Benzie Bar Association - The official web site for the Benzie County Bar Association. Featuring a list of members, announcements, legal, local, state and community information links.

Benzie Community Chest - Our mission is to represent and serve the overall interests of the citizens of Benzie County in matters concerning individual, community health and social well being. 272 S Benzie Blvd. Suite 303. PO Box 713, Beulah, MI. 49617. Ph: 231-882-0223 Fax: 231-882-2395. Email: bccc@net-port.com

Benzie Conservation District - Combating soil erosion, managing surface and groundwater quality and promoting the maintenance of the lands related resources and the aesthetic values are vital to the communitee's long range economic well being, from food and timber production to natural resources related industries and tourism.

Benzie County Organizations - BenzieCounty.Org has been designed as an information source with links to the Clubs, Community Organizations, Governments, Points of Interest, Schools, and Volunteer Groups that make up the Benzie County Community.

Benzie Home Health Care - A non-profit organization providing services of home health care, respite care, telephone reassurance, in-home helpers and an equipment loan closet to those 60 and older in Benzie County, Michigan. For information call 231-882 5031 or visit our offices at 209 S. Benzie Boulevard in the village of Beulah, Michigan.

Benzie Neighbors Interactive - Benzie County business owners formed a BNI chapter in January 2004. The chapter name is Benzie Neighbors Interactive. Members meet at 7 am, every Thursday at the Sail Inn Restaurant in Benzonia, Michigan. Visit our web site for information. BNIBNI.Com.

Benzie Sunrise Rotary - Providing guidance and opportunity for the youth of Benzie County. The "Sunrise Club" meets every Tuesday morning at 7:30 am at the Sail Inn Restaurant.

Beulah - Village of - Beulah rests on the southeast shore of Crystal Lake about one mile north of on U.S. Highway 31 and about 7 miles east of Lake Michigan.

Crystal Lake Community Business Association - or CLCBA, is a group of business owners and individuals who are interested in promoting Benzie County as a fun place to visit. We sponsor such events as the 4th of July in Beulah, the Winterfest, the yearly Easter Egg Hunt, Music in the Park and much more. For additional information and/or a membership application, please call: 231-889-9959 or write: Crystal Lake Community Business Association, P. O. Box 754, Beulah, MI 49617

Elberta - Village of - The Village of Elberta is a quaint little community in Northwest Michigan, located at the western most edge of Benzie County on the southern rim of the Betsie Bay.

First Congregational Church of Benzonia United Church of Christ - Come and join us for Sunday worship beginning at 11:00 a.m. Church School begins at 10:30 a.m. for those children that wish to attend. 900 Barber Street - Benzonia, Michigan 49616.Ph: 231.882.4922

Frankfort Rotary Club - The "Friendly" Frankfort Rotary meets every Wednesday at 12:10 p.m. at the Sail Inn Restaurant in Beautiful Benzie County.

St. Andrews Presbyterian Church - St. Andrews is an open, Christ-centered community of faith: Serving, learning and praying together.

COMPUTERS & INTERNET

Gear It Up Communications - offers Web Design, Internet Marketing, and Colateral Design services. With over a quarter century of Marketing Communications experience, Gear It Up has the tools and expertise to assist you in reaching your sales and marketing goals.

DINING & CATERING

Blue Stone Catering - Offering a full range of food services to the Benzie area, including buffet & plated service, linens, tableware, bar service, & more. 1602 Crystal Dr. Frankfort. 49635. Ph: 231-352-8048. Email: chef@bluestonecatering.com

Betsie Bay Inn
An historic Inn in downtown Frankfort lovingly restored by Geoff & Lesley Perkins. Two blocks from gorgeous Lake Michigan beaches.  We offer comfortable spacious rooms - some w/spas, saunas, steam showers, balconies & lofts, or just a cozy room with private bath to relax in. Casual and fine dining, pub/tavern, Old World wine cellar, Scottish gift shop, banquets, and meetings. Open year 'round. Geoff & Lesley Perkins. 231 Main St. Frankfort, 49635. Ph: 231-352-8090 or Toll free 877-352-8080. Email: lesley@betsiebayinn.com

Clancy's Kitchen - just west of Interlochen corners, next to the Dollar General Store

Dinghy's Restaurant & Bar - For over 50 years, Dinghy's has been a landmark in Downtown Frankfort. Today, Dinghy's Restaurant is a great place for the family dining. Come in and join us for lunch or dinner. We have daily specials sure to please and a kids menu. 417 Main Street . Frankfort, MI 49635 . 231-352-4702

HOME & GARDEN

A-1 Patio & Deck - "When are you going to start your vacation?" Don't waste a minute of your vacation time cleaning the patio or deck. Call A-1 Patio & Deck to schedule an appointment to have your patio or deck cleaned, powerwashed and sealed. We also can repair that seasonal damage that may have occurred. Call the courteous folks at A One Patio & Deck at: 231-882-7677. Email JIm@aonedeck.com

Lily's Furniture Gallery - Consignment, Rescured, Orphan & Customer upholstered furniture. Visit our showroom and design center. 18080 US 31 Interlochen. Phone; 231-275-5459.

Northern Lights & Lifestyles, LTD - offers a shopping experience where past and present meet, where exceptional craftsmanship and designs of a simpler era are evident in our heirloom-quality furniture, vintage-inspired furnishings, and period lighting.  312 Main St., PO Box 1786 - Frankfort, MI 49635 Phone: 231-352-6443 - Fax: 231-352-6551

Slabstix Rustic Tables & Furniture - Slabstix rustic furniture often starts as some form of salvaged cedar, cherry, and apple wood that has been chosen for it's shape or the characteristics of color and grain. If you are looking for some up north decor' furniture or room accents or just a casual room that could use a special touch Slabstix can create the special piece you want. 13899 N. County Line Road, Thompsonville, MI 49683
Phone:231-864-1014
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LODGING

Barnhart's Resort & Marina- Come and stay in one of our three cottages. Our marina is right on the lake, convenient for fueling your boat. We also offer free boat slips, fishing tackle, bait and snacks.

Betsie Bay Inn- An historic Inn in downtown Frankfort lovingly restored by Geoff & Lesley Perkins. Two blocks from gorgeous Lake Michigan beaches.  We offer comfortable spacious rooms - some w/spas, saunas, steam showers, balconies & lofts, or just a cozy room with private bath to relax in. Casual and fine dining, pub/tavern, Old World wine cellar, Scottish gift shop, banquets, and meetings. Open year 'round. Geoff & Lesley Perkins. 231 Main St. Frankfort, 49635. Ph: 231-352-8090 or Toll free 877-352-8080. Email: lesley@betsiebayinn.com

Cedar Landing - On its own 165 sandy feet of Long Lake in Benzie County, right off Scenic Hwy M-22, Cedar Landing can provide a refuge from the fast-paced world beyond. Long Lake is sparsely developed and acts as home to loons and swans, pike and perch. It is great for swimming and fishing. To make reservations call, write or email: Cedar Landing, P. O. Box 242, Honor, Michigan 49640. Phone: 1-231-882 -9941 Email: djklmk@ameritech.net

Cedar Ridge Cabins - 8 Cabins, all with A/C & cable TV, in-room coffee, decks with picnic tables, access to play area with firepit. Also available is "The Cottage", a 3-bedroom furnished "home away from home". Only 10-15 minutes from Platte River, Betsie River, Crystal Lake & Lake Michigan. Traverse City is only 20-25 minutes North. Cedar Ridge Cabins, 11481 Main Street, Honor, Michigan  49640. Phone: 231-325-2200.

Gatehouse Lodge - (Open Year Round) The Gatehouse Lodge is located just minutes from Crystal Mountain Resort in Thompsonville, Michigan.Whether it's for a night or a weekend - business or pleasure, spring, summer, fall or winter, make the Gatehouse Lodge your home base while you're visiting beautiful Benzie County. 16378 M -115 (Cadillac Hwy.) . Thompsonville, MI 49683 . 231-378-4207

Hanmer's Riverside Resort - Whether it's Spring, Summer, Fall or Winter you will find all the comforts of home in Hanmer's modern, fully equipped cabins. Hanmer's is located on seven acres with frontage on the Betsie River. Dozens of sightseeing and recreational opportunities are within a few minutes of the resort.  2251 Benzie Hwy. . Benzonia, MI. 49616 Business:1-800-252-4286 . Home: 231-882-7783.

KinzelHaus Bed & Breakfast - Two lovely double bed guest rooms on the upper level offer comfortable accommodations for one or two persons with a shared, adjacent bathroom (one lake-side room and one street-side room) Reserve a room or a suite (suite consists of two-bedrooms, bath and a sitting room). 334 N. Center - Beulah, MI 49617 - Phone (231) 882-0156

Mountain Valley Motel - The Mountain Valley Motel offers year round lodging packages and is just minutes away from all of Benzie County's popular attractions. 10422 M-115 Thompsonville, MI . Call: 1-231-378-2990 or 1-800-666-2991

Northern Rental Management - For your "get-away" in beautiful Northern Michigan, we offer beachside waterfront cottages, secluded riverside retreats, and spacious homes located at Crystal Mountain Resort. Enjoy skiing...golf...miles of sandy beaches...and much more, all in your back yard while visiting scenic Benzie County. 57 N. Michigan Ave., PO Box 637. Beulah, 49617. Ph: 231-882-9507. Email: info@northernrental.net

Northwoods Lodging - (Open Year Round) Accommodations include 20 clean comfortable motel rooms and several efficiency apartments. Centrally located, only minutes away from a variety of shops and restaurants. A large deck area and heated pool are available for all guests to enjoy. A driving range is available or hotel guests and visitors. 475 N. Michigan (US31) Beulah. Call: 231-882-5522 For Reservations.

Platte Lake Resort - Lakefront cottages on Big Platte Lake at the edge of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. One, two, and three bedroom cottages complete with kitchens, all linens, dishes, cable TV and rowboat or canoe (in season). 7107 Deadstream Rd., P.O. Box 250, Honor, MI 49640. 231-325-5701.

Reverie On The Lake - A truly unique bed and breadfast experience awaits you in this luxury home located on the bluffs overlooking Lake Michigan in Frankfort. For additional information and to make a reservation call 231-352-7385 .

Riverside Acres - (Call for Availability) Six fully equipped cottages, ideal for a long weekend or week long stay. Each cottages includes a full kitchen with stove, refrigerator, color TV and air conditioning. Located on US-31 in Honor, Michigan, 10 minutes from Interlochen.Call: 1-800-968-3471 for reservations.

"Serenity" - Located off Deadstream Road on Big Platte Lake, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath summer home is perfect for your family vacation. Amenities include full kitchen with stove, refrigerator, microwave, color TV with cable and VCR, picnic area with barbaque, 175 feet of lake frontage with a dock. For information call: 231-882-5101.

Sunny Woods Resort - Open Year-round. Motel rooms, Cabins, and Campsites on the Platte River. Heated pool, A/C and Microwaves in all the cabins. For reservations call: 1-800-347-9728.

Twin Birch Resort - (Seasonal) Located on the Little Platte Lake just south of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Accommodations include two neat, clean and nicely decorated cottages overlooking the Little Platte Lake. For information contact: Ronnie & Diane Brown Email: rbrown1038@aol.comMichigan Phone: 231-325-2401. Ohio Phone: 513-887-1161.

Vacation Trailer Park - Betsie River, canoeing, riverside camping, sporting goods, RV supplies, rental trailers, laundry room, game room, heated pool, playground, sport fishing charters. 231-882-5101

REAL ESTATE & VACATION RENTALS

Northern Rental Management - For your "get-away" in beautiful Northern Michigan, we offer beachside waterfront cottages, secluded riverside retreats, and spacious homes located at Crystal Mountain Resort. Enjoy skiing...golf...miles of sandy beaches...and much more, all in your back yard while visiting scenic Benzie County. 57 N. Michigan Ave., PO Box 637. Beulah, 49617. Ph: 231-882-9507. Email: info@northernrental.net

RECREATION & SPORTING GOODS

Benzie Area Symphony Orchestra - The Benzie Area Symphony Orchestra is open to volunteer string players of all skill levels and ages as well as woodwind, brass and percussion players by invitation or audition. BASO provides a musical environment that encourages continuing musical participation, growth in musical skills and the joy of performing orchestral music.

Benzie Fishing Service - Benzie Fishing Service is owned and operated by David Kane. I have been a professional fishing guide and charter boat captain for over 20 years. I offer half and all day fishing trips on the Manistee River, Crystal Lake and Lake Michigan, from the port of Frankfort.

Crystal Lake Marina - The Crystal Lake Marina is the only marina in Benzie County with two locations to server you and the only marina on Crystal Lake with dock side re-fueling. Crystal Drive: 231-882-7058 - US31: 231-882-9636

Crystal Pool and Spa  - "Dip" into our quality line of: spas, pools, used spas, chemicals, supplies and accessories. We offer in-home and bench maintenance and repair services.  We are located at  6780 Legacy Lane, Benzonia, MI  49616.  Phone: 231-882-7093.

MacDonald Marine - Full service marine facility, pontoons, ski boats, Sea-Doo, fishing boats. Large water toy shop, dock & hoist, sailes/service. "We take your fun seriously." 231-352-7970 or 1-800-482-7910

Riverside Canoe Trips - Imagine yourself canoeing, tubing, kayaking, rafting down the crystal clear Platte river & ending at a beautiful sugar-sand beach on Lake Michigan. Located on M-22, N. of Frankfort, 5042 Scenic Highway, Honor, 49640, 231-325-5622

Vacation Trailer Sales - Vacation Trailer Sales is an authorized dealer for Sandpiper, Viking, and Shasta RV's. 1776 Benzie Highway, Benzonia, MI 49616 - 231-882-0450

Other Links of Interest

Wolfe Pack Press - Wolfe Pack Press, Inc., a non-profit corporation, was formed to prevent animal cruelty through education. Educational materials are provided in numerous forms, such as books, slide presentations, accompanying written commentaries, posters, and cards.

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