This Week’s Challenge

This week, Hughie was hidden somewhere inside our Local Transfer Station Guide — a helpful resource covering waste disposal, recycling programs, and household item drop-off locations across Northern Michigan. Somewhere among those recycling bins, a certain goose was quietly blending in.

Could you spot Hughie? ♿

Take a close look… where is Hughie hiding?

(Keep scrolling for the reveal…)

Why This Week’s Hide Was Important

While Hughie loves a good hiding spot, this week’s location wasn’t just for fun. The article highlights something many residents and property owners don’t always think about until they need it — where and how to properly dispose of household waste, recycling, and larger items in Northern Michigan.

For both full-time residents and seasonal property owners, knowing where your local transfer station or recycling program is located can make a big difference in keeping our area clean and well cared for.

Proper waste disposal helps:

• Keep our forests, lakes, and trails clean
• Support local recycling programs
• Prevent illegal dumping
• Maintain the natural beauty that makes Northern Michigan so special

Whether you live here year-round or maintain an Up North cabin, understanding these local services is part of being a good steward of the Lewiston, Atlanta, Johannesburg, and the Up North community.

The Reveal

So, did you spot him?

Hughie was perched right on top of the recycling bins in the Otsego County recycling program section — keeping a watchful eye on responsible waste disposal across Northern Michigan. He was hiding in plain sight, blending right in where the real work gets done.

There he is! Hughie, keeping a close eye on the recycling bins. ♿️

Responsible recycling. A perfect vantage point. Hughie may have found his most civic-minded hiding spot yet — and it’s hard to argue with his dedication to keeping Northern Michigan beautiful.

Missed Hughie This Time?

Don’t worry — Hughie is always finding new places to hide.

Each week he sneaks into our Local Spotlight features, encouraging readers to explore the article while learning more about the people, services, and places that make Northern Michigan unique.

If you haven’t read this week’s guide yet, you can still check it out and try to spot him!

♿️ Read the Original Post

Who is Hughie?

If you’re new to Hughie’s weekly adventures, you might be wondering who this quirky little character is and how he ended up at Huston Real Estate.

Hughie’s journey Up North was intentional — drawn by the lakes around Lewiston, Atlanta, and Johannesburg, the quieter pace of life in Northern Michigan, and the genuine way people live here. He found his way to our team where community values, local expertise, and a playful spirit made him feel right at home.

Just like the families and individuals we help find their perfect property in Northern Michigan, Hughie recognized something special about this area. And just like us, he’s committed to being part of what makes Up North so unique.

Want the full story?

Read Hughie’s Complete Up North Backstory