Crafters and adventure enthusiasts are in for a treat as SkyBridge Michigan at Boyne Mountain Resort introduces its first-ever Knit the Bridge event on Saturday, June 8. To commemorate National Yarn Bombing Day, SkyBridge Michigan is thrilled to embrace the art of yarn bombing, a form of creative expression that involves adorning objects and public spaces with colorful knitted and crocheted patches.

Artfully curated knit and crochet panels will embellish SkyBridge Michigan for all to enjoy beginning June 8 and remain in place for up to two weeks, weather permitting.  Guests are invited to take in the vibrant display of more than 200 handcrafted panels while walking the 1,200 foot-long suspension bridge, set against the breathtaking backdrop of Boyne Mountain Resort and surrounding Boyne Valley.

Crochet masters to first-time knitters from across the country supplied the panels, each showcasing Michigan's vibrant and playful colors. Drawing inspiration from the picturesque scenes of sunrises to sunsets over the Great Lakes, to charming communities, and the iconic Mackinaw Bridge, the event guarantees a colorful showcase.

The Knit the Bridge event schedule is as follows:

• 10 a.m.: SkyBridge Michigan opens
• 10:30 a.m.: Artist meet-and-greet with Mimosa Brunch | Matterhorn Room
  (Tickets sold separately)
• 11:30 a.m.: Artist walk | Meet the crafters whose work adorns the bridge
• Noon to 4 p.m.: Live music | Jordan Hamilton | Strings in the Sky Summer Series
• Noon to 8 p.m.: Beverages and light fare | Disciples Overlook

Knit the Bridge is included in the price of a SkyBridge Michigan ticket, which begins with a scenic chairlift ride to the mountain’s summit, followed by a walk along the world’s longest timber-towered suspension bridge.  One dollar from every ticket sold during the Knit the Bridge display benefits the Women’s Resource Center of Northern Michigan.

For more information about the event or to purchase tickets online, please visit boynemountain.com.

SkyBridge Michigan's Knit the Bridge event also marks the start of the Strings in the Sky music series offering guests breathtaking views and beautiful melodies under the summer sky.   On June 8, electric cellist and vocalist Jordan Hamilton kicks off the series.

The Strings in the Sky summer 2024 lineup is as follows:

• Saturday, June 8: Jordan Hamilton | 1 – 2 p.m. & 3 – 4 p.m.
• Friday, July 5: Dixon’s Violin | 6 – 8 p.m.
• Friday, August 30: Dixon’s Violin | 6 – 8 p.m.
• Sunday, September 15: Dixon’s Violin | 1 – 3 p.m.

For those seeking an extended experience, Boyne Mountain Resort offers an array of lodging, outdoor adventures, swimming pools, championship golf, and the state’s largest indoor water park, Avalanche Bay.  For more information on booking your summer adventure, visit boynemountain.com. 

About Boyne Mountain Resort  
Boyne Mountain Resort has been entertaining legions of recreational guests since first opening in 1948 in Boyne Falls, Michigan.  Throughout the resort’s history, a pioneering spirit has been at the core leading to many industry firsts in snowmaking and lift innovation, and an evolution towards diversification that has allowed Boyne Mountain to grow to become one of the most popular and celebrated year-round destinations in Michigan.  Boyne Mountain is a member of the Boyne Resorts family of resorts and attractions.  To learn more, visit boynemountain.com or call 866.759.1472.