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Fishtown Shops and Charters

The Bead Hut
Lisa Preckel

Our one-of-a-kind handcrafted jewelry includes Leland blue, Petoskey stone, beach glass, and semi-precious gemstones. You will also find a fun, colorful selection of anklets, toe rings, up-cycled bags from Guatemala, and more.

Ph: 231-633-1525 | Email: [email protected]

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Carlson’s Fishery
Nels Carlson and Mike Burda

A Leland tradition for five generations. Providing the finest fresh fish, jerky and smoked fish products.

Ph: 231-256-9801 | Email: [email protected]

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Dam Candy Store
Rachael Carlson and Greta Campo

Classic, cheerful, and always delicious – the Dam Candy Store is Fishtown’s most favorite sweet spot. Our wide variety of candies, ice creams, and chocolates are sure to bring out the kid in you!

Ph: 231-256-7766

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Diversions Leland
Phil Anderson

In Fishtown since 1972. Diversions Leland is a village size version of its famous big sister, the year round Diversions in downtown Traverse City. Diversions features hundreds of hats and caps by Tilley, Stormy Kromer, Stetson, and other fine hatmakers. Focus on hats, but also fun toys, and upbeat selections of clothing, jewelry and souvenirs.

Ph: 231-256-9017

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FishBilly Charters
Captain Bill Stephenson

Enjoy world class lake trout and salmon fishing right out of Fishtown with FishBilly Charters!  Step aboard the FishBilly II, a 29’ Hewescraft Alaskan equipped with a private bathroom and spacious cabin to keep you comfortable and dry.  This vessel is loaded with premium electronics and top of the line gear to keep you safe and get you on the fish. Full and half day trips are available for up to 6 guests.  Call Captain Bill to book your next fishing adventure and make memories to last a lifetime.

Ph: 208-966-7984

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Haystacks – Alice’s Closet
Lizzi Lambert

A seasonal sister store to Haystacks on Main Street, Alice’s Closet is located in the original Ice House Shanty in Historic Fishtown. Alice’s closet features small batch handmade clothing stitched out of Haystacks signature prints and fabrics. You may find a one of a kind vintage or handmade treasure! Haystacks brand clothing and accessories are created in northern Michigan and available exclusively at Haystacks’ locations and online.

Ph: 231-271-0608 | Email: [email protected]

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Leland Beach Company
Lisa and Larry Engel

Your Sperry Top-Sider boat shoe headquarters for Leelanau County.

Ph: 231-256-7600  

 

 


 

Leelanau Artisan
Sarah Johnson and Bob Babich

Leelanau Artisan is an eclectic mix of locally crafted or produced goods made in Leelanau County including pottery, cards, prints, photos, sun/wind charms, bath goods, jewelry, CDs, books, cutting boards, maple syrup, honey, dried cherries and more all made in “The County” by local artisans.

Ph: 231-360-8918

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Tug Stuff
Chrissy and Malcolm Chatfield

Our tug logo merchandise represents the fishing tugs of 1900 Fishtown. You could say it’s the unofficial logo of Leland!

Ph: 231-256-7140  |  Email: [email protected]

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 Village Cheese Shanty
 David Kareck

A never trendy, tourist friendly, palate teasing, neighborhood store offering fresh, made to order sandwiches, imported cheeses, beer, wine and more!

Ph: 231-256-9141

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Wild Lettie (formerly Compass Paper Co.)
Annie Lang

Wild Lettie’s shanty in Fishtown is stocked full of outdoorsy goods that bring a spark of adventure to your every day and support your most daring pursuits. We create gear that is fun, functional, and ready for anything that you can dream up – designed to inspire you to find your wild.

Email: [email protected]

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Each business in Fishtown leases their shanty or dock space from Fishtown Preservation, and sets their own operating hours. Fishtown shops are generally open from early May through the end of October with a few opening earlier and closing later. Please contact each business for their specific hours.

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