Howard Meyerson
After more than 30 years in the outdoor writing business, you would think I'd know better.
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Find secluded lakes for wild-feeling fishing experiences
By Howard Meyerson Little out-of-the-way lakes often have a special allure. Small and quiet with no shoreline development, they are wild-feeling places where fishing is just fun. I was reminded of these little gems recently. It was misty and overcast … Continue reading
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Tagged Bluegill, Canoeing, DNR, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Kayaking, Lakes, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Nature
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Researchers considering non-toxic lamprey control on northern Michigan waters
By Howard Meyerson Federal researchers working to control sea lampreys in the Cheboygan River Watershed are considering a chemical-free approach starting in 2017. The four-year experiment would involve releasing sterile male lampreys in the Pigeon, Maple and Sturgeon Rivers. All … Continue reading
A beauty of a snake
You don’t see these very often in the wilds of Michigan – Coluber constrictor foxi – otherwise known as the Blue Racer, but a few of us did today while hiking on the North Country National Scenic Trail. The encounter was … Continue reading
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Tagged Adventure Travel, Hiking, Nature, North Country National Scenic Trail, Snakes
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Artist looks to fund Alaskan painting expedition
Canoeing and painting are the backbone of Rob Mullen’s life. The West Bolton, Vermont expedition artist and executive director of the Wilderness River Expedition Art Fellowship, a non-profit he founded to encourage artists to immerse themselves in wild, natural terrain, … Continue reading
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Tagged Adventure Travel, Alaska, Artisans, Canoe, Canoeing, Conservation, Environment, Nature, Paddling, Painting, Rob Mullen, Wilderness Art
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Federal wildlife & fisheries funding expected
By Howard Meyerson Michigan is slated to receive more than $37.5 million in federal funding for fisheries, wildlife and hunter education programs in 2015 – another high-mark year but that could change. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recently announced … Continue reading
Bear country manners called for when camping in bear country
By Howard Meyerson A few years ago, a friend and I were walking back to a campground, backtracking on a remote Upper Peninsula trail. Overcast skies had threatened rain. We’d spent a moody, chilly day tramping through deep forest. Then, … Continue reading
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Tagged Adventure Travel, Bears, Camping, Hiking, National Forests, Nature, Paddling, State Forests, Wildlife
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Upper Peninsula wood boat school gets a gig with U.S. Navy
By Howard Meyerson In the tiny eastern Upper Peninsula town of Cedarville — population, 253 — a small group of students is working on a project for the U.S. Navy. As unlikely as that might sound, it is equally remarkable … Continue reading
A fine day for a paddle
Today was one of those fun days. The weather cleared and I had the honor to hook up with the enthusiastic and skilled members of the Wooden Canoe Heritage Association who gathered for a spring … Continue reading
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Tagged Canoeing, Canoes, Paddling, Photos, Wooden Canoe Heritage Association
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Spring Is Blooming: The Best Places To See Wildflowers In and Around Grand Rapids
By Howard Meyerson Spring is a delightful time to be in the woods, a period when wildflowers bloom brilliantly in Grand Rapids area parks and woods. Hit it right and you may be dazzled by white and lavender hepatica blooming … Continue reading
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Tagged Environment, Grand Rapids Michigan, Nature, Wildflowers
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Salmon season outlook full of uncertainty
By Howard Meyerson The 2015 salmon season is just getting underway and what anglers can expect remains uncertain. Lake Michigan fishing typically picks up in May but just where in the lake depends on water temperature. And so far lake … Continue reading
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Tagged Conservation, DNR, Fishing, Lake Michigan, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Nature, Salmon
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