Hometown Hype: Northern Michigan

Film Synopsis

 An inside look at Northern Michigan’s surf scene. Hometown hype is part of a video series highlighting America’s Surf Towns.

Showings

Thu, Oct 15 Thursday, Oct 15

Fresh Coast Free!

Fresh Coast Basecamp at Lower Harbor Park

Sat, Oct 17 Saturday, Oct 17

Home is Where the Hype Is

Blackrocks Brewery

Sun, Oct 18 Sunday, Oct 18

Home is Where the Hype Is

Women's Federated Clubhouse

  • Filmmakers in attendance
  • Subjects in attendance
  • Contains adult language

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