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2021 Year in Review: Our 21 Most Popular Posts

2021 Year in Review: Our 21 Most Popular Posts

December 30, 2021
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

One of my favorite things to do at the end of each year is to look back at which of our posts got the most…

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Kent County Parks: Our Guide To 40+ Amazing Sites

Kent County Parks: Our Guide To 40+ Amazing Sites

May 7, 2021
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

There are close to 40 great parks and trails that are part of the Kent County Parks system in the greater Grand Rapids area. These…

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12 Great Kent County Parks for Winter Recreation

12 Great Kent County Parks for Winter Recreation

January 10, 2021
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

Winter has arrived in Michigan, and outdoor recreation activities have shifted from kayaking, hiking, and biking to skiing, sledding, ice skating, and more difficult hiking. Those…

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Photo Gallery: Kent County Fall Color Tour

Photo Gallery: Kent County Fall Color Tour

October 25, 2020
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

Fall color in Michigan was impressive this year, and some pockets of yellow, orange, and red leaves remain across the state. We had a chance…

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Lepard Nature Preserve, Kent County Parks

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Lepard Nature Preserve, Kent County Parks

April 25, 2017
by Jonathan Katje
Trails

Michigan Trail Tuesdays is a new feature that will showcase a different trail or trail segment each week. The Mitten State is home to thousands…

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