Manitou Media

Manitou Media is an independent publisher of online resources and other digital publications. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, practical, and inspirational works covering travel and outdoor recreation in the upper Great Lakes region.

Current Titles


Superior Paddling informs and inspires sea-kayakers to explore popular paddling destinations in the upper Great Lakes region: the Apostle Islands, Pictured Rocks, Manitou Islands, Isle Royale, and more.

Superior Paddling also publishes a series of detailed destination guides for some of these premier Great Lakes kayaking destinations.


A virtual summer camp for those who love driving and travelling in Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia campervans, Camp Westfalia offers how-to and camping advice, road trip travelogues and ideas, repair and technical articles, photos and more.

The Crosswinds newsletter delivers helpful tips and timely van-camping info.


The Glacial Drumlin Visitors Guide is the mobile interactive resource to Wisconsin’s most popular recreation trail for hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities.

The free guide connects visitors with local dining and lodging, unique shopping experiences, fun family events, and more.