When it comes to New Year’s Eve traditions, I normally think of drinking champagne, the ball dropping, fireworks, and a kiss at midnight—the usual New Year’s Eve checklist.
Heck, even for a Michigander, the New York ball drop at midnight is an annual tradition. But did you know Michigan had its own tradition and “drop” of sorts?
What Is the Great Turtle Drop?
Despite that I’ve been a lifelong Michigander for 35 years, I had no idea that Mackinac Island has a turtle drop.
Yes—you read that right, and there’s no need to worry because it’s not a real turtle…