Howard Meyerson
After more than 30 years in the outdoor writing business, you would think I'd know better.
Monthly Archives: June 2012
So much for quick and efficient blogging. I’ve corrected the links on the two photos below – of Lake Michigan and Lake Superior. They now will take you to the respective Facebook pages. That’s what happens when you have a great morning, … Continue reading
The Flip Side: A calm day on Lake Superior
Lake Superior is notorious for its rough, terrible water. That’s where the Edmund Fitzgerald sunk and became legend spawning Gordon Lightfoot’s classic tune. On the other hand it is also known for its magnificent sunsets. Here’s one captured by photographer … Continue reading
Surf’s Up: A not so calm day on Lake Michigan
Lake Michigan often surprises people. It called the freshwater ocean for a reason. This photo captures the thrill and power of the surf there. Found at Paddling.net’s Facebook page.
Michigan trail offers a glimpse of history and a scenic ride
By Howard Meyerson | Grand Rapids Press Cyclists, walkers and equestrians have good reason to consider a visit to the sunrise side of Michigan this summer. It’s called NEST, the North Eastern State Trail. The trail runs 70 miles from … Continue reading
Going Light: The Warbonnet Blackbird Hammock
Over the years I’ve given hammocks some thought, even contemplated switching to one or another of the hammock shelters for lightweight backpacking. Now perhaps there is one worth testing. Jim Bradley, author of huskyhiker.com website, reviews this one on Section … Continue reading
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Tagged Backpacking, Camping, Gear Reviews, Going Light, Hammock, Hiking
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Lake trout rules on Lake Huron to be eased
By Howard Meyerson The 2004 disappearance of Lake Huron alewives may have put Chinook salmon fishing on the rocks, but state officials say that catastrophe proved a boon for native lake trout. So much so that Michigan Department of Natural … Continue reading
Who wants trout? Michigan TU funds study to find out
By Howard Meyerson Michigan Trout Unlimited wants to find out more about cold water anglers, those who fish trout, salmon and steelhead on the state’s rivers and lakes. The conservation group raised $100,000 to fund that study. The project is … Continue reading
Eighteen-year-old Yellowstone park-worker falls to her death
A 18 year old woman working for Yellowstone National Park fell 400 feet to her death Thursday, according to a story in Mail Online. The victim is thought to be Russian. Her name was not disclosed. She was hiking the North Rim Trail … Continue reading
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Tagged Grand Canyon, Hiking, National Park, Yellowstone National Park
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Nearly 100 bird species face risk of extinction in the Amazon
Deforestation in the Amazon is threatening the existence of nearly 100 bird species, The Guardian reports. The findings are the conclusions of BirdLife International, a global bird conservation organization. The story reports that duck populations are disappearing in northern Europe and vulture … Continue reading
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Tagged Amazon, Biirds, BirdLife International, Conservation, Environment, Extinction, Nature
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Isolated Isle Royale wolves “hanging by their teeth”
On Isle Royale in Lake Superior the wolf population is in decline. Experts say their numbers have dropped from 30 wolves to nine over the last six years The reasons cited in a story today on Michigan Radio’s Environment Report , include … Continue reading
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Tagged Environment, Isle Royale, Lake Superior, National Parks, Nature, Wolves
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