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Become a Keweenaw Explorer and Earn Rewards for Visiting Waterfalls, Watching Birds, and Eating Pasties

Become a Keweenaw Explorer and Earn Rewards for Visiting Waterfalls, Watching Birds, and Eating Pasties

October 17, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Birdwatching, History

The Keweenaw Peninsula has long been a favorite vacation destination for our family. We love the combination of outdoor adventure opportunities, great food, and plentiful…

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Pintail Pond Trail (Rifle River State Recreation Area)

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Pintail Pond Trail (Rifle River State Recreation Area)

October 6, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Trails

Michigan Trail Tuesday is our attempt to showcase a different trail or trail segment each week. The Mitten State is home to thousands of miles…

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Lehman Nature Trails at Montcalm Community College

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Lehman Nature Trails at Montcalm Community College

August 25, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Trails

Michigan Trail Tuesday is our attempt to showcase a different trail or trail segment each week. The Mitten State is home to thousands of miles…

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Hawk Island Park, Lansing - Outdoor Recreation For the Whole Family in All Seasons

Hawk Island Park, Lansing – Outdoor Recreation For the Whole Family in All Seasons

August 20, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

2026 has been a busy year for us as we attempt to get out a visit a “new to us” trail in every county in…

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Seven Ponds Nature Center, Lapeer County

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Seven Ponds Nature Center, Lapeer County

August 11, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Trails

Michigan Trail Tuesday is our attempt to showcase a different trail or trail segment each week. The Mitten State is home to thousands of miles…

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Anderson Woods Nature Preserve, Whitehall

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Anderson Woods Nature Preserve, Whitehall

June 2, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Trails

Michigan Trail Tuesday is our attempt to showcase a different trail or trail segment each week. The Mitten State is home to thousands of miles…

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Kensington Metropark Is One Of Michigan's Best Birdwatching Locations

Kensington Metropark Is One Of Michigan’s Best Birdwatching Locations

May 31, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Birdwatching

One of this year’s Michigan travel goals is to hike a “new to us” trail in each of Michigan’s 83 counties, so we have been…

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge, Humbug Marsh Unit

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge, Humbug Marsh Unit

April 21, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Trails

Michigan Trail Tuesday is our attempt to showcase a different trail or trail segment each week. The Mitten State is home to thousands of miles…

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery, Mattawan

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery, Mattawan

March 3, 2026
by Jonathan Katje
Trails

Michigan Trail Tuesday is our attempt to showcase a different trail or trail segment each week. The Mitten State is home to thousands of miles…

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Soehnel Nature Trail, Bay County

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Soehnel Nature Trail, Bay County

September 16, 2025
by Jonathan Katje
Trails

Michigan Trail Tuesday is our attempt to showcase a different trail or trail segment each week. The Mitten State is home to thousands of miles…

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