Bridge walk tradition continues

October 1, 2023

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Bruce and Maria Bentley’s 14th Bridge Walk

REGION- For safety and security, the Mackinac bridge was closed from 6:30 a.m. to noon on Labor Day to all public vehicle traffic except emergency vehicles for the annual Bridge Walk.

The walk began at 7 a.m. in both St. Ignace and Mackinaw City. Walkers had to be on the side of the bridge they wish to return to before 10 a.m. or walk the entire length of the bridge, starting from either end, crossing the midpoint by 10 a.m. Over 35,0000 individuals took part in this once-a-year event.

Grandmother Sally & Ruth Losey — Ruth Losey’s first time walking the bridge on Labor Day pictured with her Grandmother Sally.

Mason Granger, Mariah Mattson, Marsha Whisman, Chris Ott and Brittany Henry participate in the Mighty Mac Bridge Walk.

Approximately 35,000 people participated in the annual Bridge Walk that took place Mon., Sept. 4. The Mackinac Bridge was closed to the public from 6:30 a.m. to noon so all could safely take part in this Michigan tradition.

Lifelong friends Jill Shork and Christine Constance walk the bridge as “double-crossers”. The ladies walked from Mackinac City to St. Ignace and back!

Bridge walk tradition continues

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