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This job would be so cool! A company recently posted a job listing for someone to start traveling in an RV for two years while visiting breweries across the U.S….

Burgeoning Craft Beer Industry Creates Niche Market For Limited Release Beers

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This job would be so cool! A company recently posted a job listing for someone to start traveling in an RV for two years while visiting breweries across the U.S.

Harvey Hosts, an RV company, is looking for an "AleBlazer." The lucky pick will travel to the company-hosted 500-plus breweries and distilleries and stay over night at each location. Check out more info below!

Creepy Michigan Places to Visit This Year

Halloween is less than a week away. It's the perfect time to head to a spooky Michigan destination and take in all things scary.

Of course, even after Halloween, Michigan has some cool spots that you might want to visit and take in. The folks at Pure Michigan (Michigan.org) have put together a great list with the spookiest places to visit in Michigan in the fall.

"Looking for a spooky addition to your vacation while exploring Michigan?" they state in the article. "Enjoying the fall season isn't reserved for only Michigan's charming apple orchards and autumnal festivals. Explore the outdoors, rich history and experience a spooky, ethereal ambiance at some of Michigan’s ghost towns, cemeteries and historic attractions this fall. Before and during your visit to these ghostly locations, be mindful of what times of day visitors are allowed, as well as any informational and restrictive signage on the properties. Remember to always watch your step and be aware of your surroundings while exploring!"

So, which creepy Michigan spots should you get on your to-visit list? Read the full list via Michigan.org below. I actually haven't been to any of these places yet, but I get scared pretty easily, so not sure if I should venture out there. Find more information here.

Freda – The Keweenaw Peninsula

According to Michigan.org, "Located along sandstone cliffs over Lake Superior, the interesting thing about Freda is that people still call this 'ghost town' home. The most scenic way to get to Freda is Covered Road, which is a longer route through a lush forest on a dirt road that will help you get in the mindset of stepping into history. Explore the Champion Mill Ruins where only the concrete foundation, towering smokestack and other structures remain. Along Lake Superior, you can find a man-made waterfall, black-sanded beaches and beach glass waiting to be discovered from the area’s past."

Fayette Historic Townsite – Garden

"Located on the shores of the Garden Peninsula within one of Michigan’s most beautiful state parks, Fayette is an Upper Peninsula treasure. More than 20 beautifully preserved iron buildings are still standing from this smelting town built in the late nineteenth century. With a backdrop of Lake Michigan waters, towering forests and white sandstone cliffs, there’s plenty to explore in this ghost town. On a crisp, fall day, this townsite is sure to inspire both awe and chills during your U.P. adventure," Michigan.org says.

Haunted Traverse Walking Tours – Traverse City

"Want a guided tour for your spooky adventure? Go on a Traverse City Ghost Tour. These tours blend Traverse City’s rich history with the strange and haunting stories of the city’s past. You can choose between public and private tours, and will visit a variety of locations including the Perry Hannah House, City Opera House, State Theatre and more—and the tour guide may also mix it up! The tours run from spring until late fall, so if you don’t get a chance during autumn you can plan your future tour when warm weather returns," Michigan.org says.

Pere Cheney Cemetery – Near Roscommon

"If you’re taking a road trip through the Lower Peninsula, add the historic Pere Cheney Cemetery to your itinerary. The village of Pere Cheney, also known as Cheney and Center Plains, was a small lumbering community established in 1874. Abandoned in the early twentieth century, the village is now considered a ghost town," Michigan.org says.

The Lost City of Damon – Near Rose City

"The Damon Cemetery is home to both wooden and marble grave markers dating as far back as the 1800s. Make sure you have your GPS ready to go as you set off on your spooky adventure down the dirt roads that lead to Damon. The mystery continues if you’re up for a daytime treasure hunt, as Damon is also a geocaching location," Michigan.org says.

Fallasburg Village – Lowell

"Enjoy a relaxing, autumnal walk that’s a little less spooky at Fallasburg Village in the charming town of Lowell. Located along the Flat River, Fallasburg Village is made up of several historic structures including a one-room schoolhouse, multiple houses and a cemetery. You can also walk across the iconic, 100-foot Fallasburg Covered Bridge that was built in 1871," Michigan.org says.

Haunted M25 Trail – The Thumb Coast

"Go on a spooky road trip along the Lower Peninsula’s “Thumb” this fall. There are eight locations including “haunted” roads, historic cabins and inns, a haunted grave and some of Michigan’s oldest lighthouses. At one end of the route, north of Lake St. Claire, be wary as you travel down Marrow Road at night. It’s rumored that a woman can be seen wandering the road at night, still searching for her lost child," Michigan.org says.

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This list is via Pure Michigan (Michigan.org).

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Meltdown started on the mighty WRIF on the evening of Halloween, 1995. Technically, his first on-air shift was the morning of November 1st. Moving to the Motor City from Buffalo, N.Y., he has built a career and family. Over his almost three-decade stint at RIFF, he's had the privilege to work with some of the biggest personalities in Detroit radio history. He boasts of being just the second-afternoon drive jock in the station's illustrious 53-year history. Along with his love for rock music and attending concerts, he's also an avid Harley-Davidson enthusiast and hockey player. He plays year-round and manages to squeeze in a few charity games throughout the year. Meltdown writes about the Detroit Red Wings, rock music, and Detroit concert venues.