About Alexis Dahl

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Michigan is way more interesting than I thought. From ancient lava flows and mountain ranges, to copper mines and groundbreaking experiments, this channel follows my adventures trying to better understand and connect with the corner of the planet that I call home. You'll find a lot of science, a bit of history, and a good bucket load of enthusiasm. I'm glad you're here!

To learn more about me and my work, or if you'd like to partner together on a project, you can also head over to www.alexisdahl.com. If you'd like to support my work, you can learn more at www.patreon.com/alexisdahl.

A Lighthouse Made of Ancient Mountains | Huron Island Lighthouse, Michigan

Three miles off the coast of Lake Superior, you'll find a chain of islands that just might be 2.5-billion-year-old, submerged mountains. This is the story of the Huron Islands, and the Huron Island Lighthouse. Thanks to the Huron Island Lighthouse Preservation Association for supporting this video…

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All Aboard a Great Lakes Schooner (How Sailboats Work)

Welcome to the Alliance! To try and understand more about how sailboats work, I boarded a three-masted schooner and recruited the help of my expert husband. Special thanks to the Inland Seas Education Association for hosting us and teaching me so much! You can learn more about how to go sailing wi…

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Michigan's Billion-Year-Old Glowing Rocks | "Yooper" Stones

The rocky beaches around Lake Superior are famous for their glowing Yooper stones (or emberlite, glowdalite, or Yooperlite® when they're sold by a specific business). But where did they come from, and what makes them glow? I met up with an expert to learn more. Get 10% off at 41 North Co. with cod…

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