All lost and found items in Northern Michigan
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Small brass compass in leather pouch
I lost my small brass compass yesterday around 3pm near the parking lot behind the Dennos Museum Center on College Avenue in Traverse City, Northern Michigan. It's about 1.75 inches across, with a brushed brass finish, and it sits in a worn brown leather pouch with a faint map print on the flap. The back is engraved with the initials 'W.R.' and there's a tiny dent on the rim from a fall on a rocky trail. It was a gift from my grandfather and has sentimental value, so I really need it back—it's the one I use on weekend hikes along the shores of West Grand Traverse Bay. If found, please message Priya at [email protected] to arrange pickup in Traverse City.
Natural wood kalimba with bird carvings
I lost my natural wood kalimba with a tiny carved bird on the top edge yesterday around 3pm. It's about 7 inches long, comes in a denim pouch that's frayed at the zipper, and the strings are a bit tarnished from use, with a small sun sticker on the back edge. I think I last had it outside Kilwins on Front Street in downtown Traverse City, near the Union Street intersection, by a blue recycling bin along the curb. It means a lot to me—it's a gift from my grandmother, and I'm really hoping to get it back!
Green parakeet found near Clinch Park Marina, TC
I found a small green parakeet this afternoon around 3:30 pm near Clinch Park Marina on Front Street in downtown Traverse City. It’s about 6 inches tall, emerald-green body, yellow head, blue-tinted tail, and it wears a small blue leg band on the right leg with the code 'TC-07'. The bird seemed curious but a bit nervous, and it perched on the railing by the water before letting me approach. If you own a parakeet matching this description, share a photo or details to confirm ownership and we can arrange a handoff.
Blue Nike running shorts with phone pocket
I was out for a run yesterday around 3pm and realized my blue Nike running shorts were missing. They’re knee-length, navy with a white swoosh, size M, made of lightweight Dri-Fit fabric, and they have a small zippered phone pocket at the back waistband. I last saw them near the bike racks outside the Cherry Republic on Front Street in downtown Traverse City. I marked the inside waistband with my initials 'PP' and there’s a faint saltwater stain from yesterday’s harbor breeze. These shorts have sentimental value — I’d really appreciate getting them back if anyone finds them.
Framed watercolor landscape found near Old Mission Point Lighthouse
Found a framed watercolor landscape on a bench outside the Old Mission Point Lighthouse parking lot this morning around 10:15 am in Northern Michigan. It shows a tranquil lakeshore scene with pine trees and a pink-orange sunset, about 16x20 inches with a white mat and a slim black frame. The back has a Studio North sticker and a pencil note reading 'Urban Pines Series #3' with a small signature in the lower corner. It's in good condition aside from a tiny scratch on the upper right corner of the frame. If this belongs to you, drop me a note and I’ll help get it back to its owner.
Le Creuset cobalt blue Dutch oven
I miss my Le Creuset cobalt blue 5.5 qt Dutch oven. It’s a well-loved piece from my grandmother's set, with a glossy enamel finish and a tiny chip on the rim near the right-hand edge of the lid. I last used it yesterday around 3pm in the kitchen of a rental cabin on Front Street in Traverse City, Northern Michigan, after cooking a seafood stew for friends. The interior is still shiny, but the lid knob feels a bit loose and there’s a faint sticker imprint on the bottom from the tag. It means a lot to me—it's a wedding gift—and I’d really appreciate getting it back.
Blue ID badge with photo on black lanyard
I lost my blue plastic ID badge from work yesterday around 3pm. It was attached to a black nylon lanyard with white lettering, and the badge itself shows my photo on the left with 'Priya Patel' printed beneath. There’s a tiny red HR sticker on the back for access level, and a coffee stain across the lower-right corner. I think I last had it near the Starbucks on Front Street in downtown Traverse City, Northern Michigan, after grabbing a quick coffee. This badge is essential for building access and library privileges, so I’m really hoping it turns up soon. If you found it, please drop me a note here or email me at [email protected].
Red Canada Goose parka with fur hood
I lost my red Canada Goose parka yesterday around 3pm near The Perry Hotel on Lake Street in Petoskey. It's a size large, in normally great condition except for a small snag on the left sleeve and a faint coffee stain on the inner liner; the fur trim on the hood is intact, and there's a blue enamel lighthouse pin on the zipper pull that's easy to spot. That coat has sentimental value—it was a gift from my grandmother, and it helps me survive our Michigan winters. If anyone found it, I'd really appreciate getting it back; I'm happy to meet somewhere in downtown Petoskey to verify details.
Grey tabby cat with white paws, found near Charlevoix marina
I found a grey tabby cat this afternoon around 4:15pm near the Charlevoix City Marina on Bridge Street. It's a medium-sized cat with short fur, mostly grey, and white paws and chest, and it was wearing a blue collar with a small silver bell. There’s a small notch in the right ear and a white heart-shaped patch on the chest—two features that could help identify it. It seemed friendly and I kept talking to it while I looked for any ID, but there wasn’t a tag. If this is your cat or you know who it belongs to, please reach out; I’d love to help reunite them.
Black Samsung T7 256GB external SSD with panda sticker
I found a black Samsung T7 256GB external SSD this afternoon around 3:15pm in the parking lot behind the Grand Traverse Mall on US-31 in Traverse City, Northern Michigan. It’s housed in a scratched satin aluminum case with a blue silicone sleeve and a panda sticker on the front. The attached USB-C cable is present, and there’s a small dent on the bottom edge, but it otherwise looks clean and powered up when I checked. I know these drives can have sentimental or work value, so I’d be glad to reunite it with its owner. If this is yours, please use the app to connect and verify ownership.
Lost men's Coach wallet with ID and cards
Lost men's Coach wallet. ID, cash(His Christmas money) and cards. Stops were Lodi gas station on Ann Arbor-Saline Rd at the air pump, Virgil and Jims tree stand and Culvers on Jackson rd in Ann Arbor. This is my my teenage son's and I'm hoping to locate for him. Also hoping someone has the heart to return to him during the holiday season as I'm sad for him
Found violin in Traverse City, brown case
Today around 4:15pm I found a violin in a brown wooden case in the parking lot behind Kilwins on Front Street, Traverse City. It's a full-size instrument with a sunburst finish, ebony chin rest, and a small dent on the lower bout. The bow has a red wrap and a few loose hairs. Inside the case there's a sticker that says 'TC Strings Collective' and a folded page of 'Moonlight Sonata'—nice clues that might help identify the owner. If you're the owner, please reach out; I'd love to help reconnect you with it—this violin clearly means a lot.
Sterling silver heart pendant necklace
I lost my sterling silver heart pendant necklace yesterday around 3pm near the parking lot behind the State Theatre on Front Street in downtown Traverse City. The pendant is about 1 inch tall, heart-shaped, with a tiny turquoise bead in the center, and it hangs on an 18-inch delicate chain with a small lobster clasp. The back is engraved with the initials 'MH' and there's a faint scratch along the right edge from years of wear. It was a gift from my mom and means a lot to me; I wear it every day and it's really special to me. If anyone finds it, please reach out—I would be so grateful to get it back.
Lost complete set of socket wrenches in a blue carrying case near 5th Street, Northern Michigan.
I accidentally left my complete set of socket wrenches on the workbench outside my garage while fixing my car on Friday. I realized they were missing when I went to use them again the next day. I believe I might have left them in or around the 5th Street area of Northern Michigan. They are stored in a blue carrying case. If found, please contact me!
Lost small light brown hamster named Peanut with white belly and fluffy tuft, last seen in a living room in Northern Michigan.
I seem to have misplaced my small hamster, Peanut, who slipped out of her cage last night. She is light brown with a bit of white on her belly and a small tuft of fluffy fur on her head. We last saw her in our living room, but I think she may have scurried into a nearby corner or under the couch. I'm really worried about her and hope someone can help find her!
Lost navy blue swim trunks with mesh lining and drawstring waist, size medium, last seen near Lake Michigan in Northern Michigan.
I lost my favorite navy blue swim trunks while packing up after a day at Lake Michigan last weekend. They have a mesh lining and a drawstring waist, size medium. I completely forgot to check for them before leaving. If anyone finds them, I would really appreciate getting them back!
Lost two tickets to the Great Lakes Music Festival in an envelope dropped on Main Street, Traverse City.
I lost two tickets to the Great Lakes Music Festival that were in an envelope marked with my name. I believe I dropped them while walking along Main Street in Traverse City. I was so excited to attend, and now I'm really worried they're gone for good. If anyone has found them, please reach out!
Lost black Bluetooth earbuds with charging case near Petoskey, Northern Michigan.
I lost my black Bluetooth earbuds and their charging case while hiking near Petoskey in Northern Michigan last weekend. They are small and might have fallen out of my pocket. I really hope someone finds them, as they are pretty important to me for listening to music during my daily commute.
Lost cozy, soft blue down blanket left at a cabin in Northern Michigan.
I left my cozy, soft blue down blanket at a cabin I rented last weekend in Northern Michigan. I remember wrapping myself up in it by the fireplace and I think I may have forgotten it there when checking out. It's pretty warm and perfect for chilly nights, and I would love to have it back.
Lost black Nintendo Switch with blue and red joy-cons possibly left on a couch in Northern Michigan.
I lost my black Nintendo Switch while visiting my family in Northern Michigan last weekend. I think I might have left it on the couch after a gaming session. It has a blue joy-con on the left and a red one on the right. I really hope someone finds it because I have some important game saves on it!
Lost blue Trek mountain bike near campsite by Ausable River in Northern Michigan.
I last saw my blue Trek mountain bike while camping near the Ausable River in Northern Michigan. I left it near our campsite while I went for a swim, and when I returned, it was gone. It's my favorite bike, and I've had it for years. If anyone has seen it or picked it up, please let me know.
Lost vibrant green parakeet named Charlie in the backyard near home in Northern Michigan.
I lost my vibrant green parakeet named Charlie in the backyard near my home in Northern Michigan last Saturday. He often flies around the neighborhood but hasn’t come back for a couple of days. He is very sociable and loves to perch on people's shoulders. If anyone sees him, please let me know.
Lost black iPhone 11 left at Corner Coffee Cafe in Traverse City, Northern Michigan.
I accidentally left my black iPhone 11 at the Corner Coffee Cafe in Traverse City, Northern Michigan. I realized it was missing when I got home and would really love to get it back, as it has all my important contacts and photos.
Found a bright green and yellow parakeet near a bird feeder in a backyard close to Lake Cadillac.
I found a bright green and yellow parakeet hopping around my bird feeder in the backyard. It seemed quite friendly and wasn't afraid of me at all. I live near Lake Cadillac, and I've checked around with my neighbors, but nobody seems to be missing this little guy. He may have flown away from a nearby home, as he appeared to be well taken care of. If this is your bird, please reach out!
Lost gold-plated pendant necklace with a tiny heart charm near a scenic overlook in Northern Michigan.
I lost my beloved gold-plated pendant necklace with a tiny heart charm while hiking in Northern Michigan last weekend. I think it slipped off while I was adjusting my backpack near a scenic overlook. It holds sentimental value, and I'd be so grateful if anyone found it!
Lost delicate silver necklace with a turquoise pendant near Petoskey, Northern Michigan.
I lost my favorite necklace, which is a delicate silver chain with a beautiful turquoise pendant, while hiking near Petoskey. I remember taking it off briefly to apply some sunscreen and must have left it behind on a rock or in the grass. It has a simple clasp and the turquoise stone is uniquely cut. This necklace means a lot to me as it was a gift from my grandmother. If you find it, please reach out!
Lost black Sony Bluetooth headphones near a picnic table at the Lake Michigan trailhead in Northern Michigan.
I lost my black Sony Bluetooth headphones while hiking near Lake Michigan last weekend. I think I might have left them on a picnic table at the trailhead. They're really important to me as I use them for my daily commute and during workouts. If anyone happens to find them, I would really appreciate getting them back!
Lost green tree frog named 'Bubbles' with yellow spots near a pond in Northern Michigan.
I lost my green tree frog named 'Bubbles' while I was hiking near the pond in Northern Michigan. I've had Bubbles for about two years, and he's bright green with little yellow spots and a slightly lighter belly. He hopped off my shoulder when I was trying to take a quick photo of a sunset. I've been looking for him all evening but couldn't find him. Any help would be appreciated!
Lost blue and white striped beach umbrella near the beach in Traverse City, Northern Michigan.
I lost my blue and white striped beach umbrella while enjoying a day at the beach near Traverse City, Northern Michigan. The winds picked up unexpectedly, and I turned around to find my umbrella missing. I've been searching high and low but haven't been able to locate it. It's a favorite of mine, and I really hope someone might have seen it or picked it up.
Lost medium-sized dark blue rolling suitcase with travel stickers near the picnic area at Crystal Lake, Northern Michigan.
I lost my dark blue rolling suitcase while visiting Northern Michigan last weekend. I think I left it near the picnic area at Crystal Lake. It's medium-sized and has a few stickers from my travels on it. Inside, there are some personal clothes and a couple of books. I'm really hoping someone finds it as I have some important items in there.