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Michigan Trail Tuesday: Refitt Nature Preserve, Traverse City

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Refitt Nature Preserve, Traverse City

January 14, 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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2024 Year in Review: 24 Michigan Places We Visited For The First Time

2024 Year in Review: 24 Michigan Places We Visited For The First Time

December 26, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

As 2024 winds down it is time for our annual look back at the new places in Michigan we were able to explore this year….

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Michigan Trail Tuesday: De Tour Peninsula Nature Preserve

Michigan Trail Tuesday: De Tour Peninsula Nature Preserve

June 18, 2024
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: Cosner & Bennett-Barnes Nature Preserve, Antrim County

Michigan Trail Tuesday: Cosner & Bennett-Barnes Nature Preserve, Antrim County

May 7, 2024
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 Wildlife Watching: Birds and Beautiful Trails at Muskegon Lake Nature Preserve

Michigan Wildlife Watching: Birds and Beautiful Trails at Muskegon Lake Nature Preserve

May 6, 2024
by Jonathan Katje
Wildlife

The Muskegon Lake Nature Preserve is a beautiful piece of property on the shore of Muskegon Lake near the mouth of the Muskegon River. This…

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2023 Year In Review: 23 Michigan Places We Visited For the First Time

2023 Year In Review: 23 Michigan Places We Visited For the First Time

December 30, 2023
by Jonathan Katje
Arts and Entertainment

At the end of each year I always have fun looking back at all of our great Michigan adventures. One of my favorite things to…

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Holland's Outdoor Discovery Center: Trails, Wildlife, and Free Fun for the Whole Family

Holland’s Outdoor Discovery Center: Trails, Wildlife, and Free Fun for the Whole Family

July 25, 2022
by Jonathan Katje
Family Trips

Holland is know for its beautiful beaches and water recreation opportunities on Lake Macatawa and Lake Michigan, its Dutch heritage and the annual Tulip Time…

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