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Fee increase proposed at Sleeping Bear Dunes and other U.S. national parks

Posted on February 22, 2015 by Howard Meyerson

  By Howard Meyerson If you are planning a trip to a national park this summer, you might want to check and see what it will cost to get in. Entrance, camping, and other fees will be higher at some … Continue reading →

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Winter steelhead on the St. Joe: good if you got the gumption

Posted on February 15, 2015 by Howard Meyerson

By Howard Meyerson BENTON HARBOR, MI — There is an old adage that says history is determined by those who show up. The same might be said about winter angling: Those who show up are the ones who catch fish. I … Continue reading →

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Soldier’s story and more: Fly Fishing Film Tour returns to Michigan

Posted on February 8, 2015 by Howard Meyerson

By Howard Meyerson The horror of war and the personal trauma it imparts on soldiers might seem antithetical to the peaceful nature of fly fishing. However, Colorado videographer Scott Thompson skillfully weaves those ideas together in “Breaking Through: The Story … Continue reading →

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Groomed fat bike winter trails growing more numerous in Michigan

Posted on February 1, 2015 by Howard Meyerson

  By Howard Meyerson GRAND RAPIDS, MI – When fat-tire bikes first made an appearance in Michigan a few years ago, many dedicated riders considered them a fad — a puffed-up version of a mountain bike with big, soft tires … Continue reading →

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Michigan DNR changes master angler program rules

Posted on January 29, 2015 by Howard Meyerson

By Howard Meyerson Grand Rapids, Mich. — No more looking for a certified scale in the middle of the night for that monster walleye. That’s the word from the Michigan DNR, which recently revised the rules for the state’s Master … Continue reading →

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ORV users work to improve access at Silver Lake State Park

Posted on January 25, 2015 by Howard Meyerson

By Howard Meyerson MEARS, MI – Ron Olson stood in front of a packed house, his tall, lanky frame towering over many who listened intently. More than 200 off-road and dune-buggy enthusiasts poured into Golden Township Hall on this frigid … Continue reading →

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Camping fees increasing at Michigan State Parks

Posted on January 18, 2015 by Howard Meyerson

By Howard Meyerson The camping season still is some months away — unless you’re a die-hard, that is, or plan to spend a week in the Everglades. But if you are thinking to camp in Michigan this spring, be aware … Continue reading →

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Scientists: Invasive snail more prevalent than thought, poses grave danger to waterfowl

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Howard Meyerson

  By Howard Meyerson GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Scientists studying the health of Great Lakes coastal wetlands report that faucet snails have been found in many more waters than anticipated. The invasive snail, native to Europe, poses a threat to … Continue reading →

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New DNR deer specialist Chad Stewart ready to talk with state’s hunters

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Howard Meyerson

By Howard Meyerson GRAND RAPIDS, MI – After eight years working for the state of Indiana as a deer research biologist, Chad Stewart is looking forward to working with Michigan deer hunters. The 36-year-old Pennsylvania native began his new duties … Continue reading →

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Take A Wintry Walk – On Top Of The Snow! Snowshoe Experiences and Trails in West Michigan

Posted on January 13, 2015 by Howard Meyerson

When the snow piles up and the winter woods grow quiet, there is no better time to get out on snowshoes. Designed to keep hikers from sinking deep, and let them walk at an easy pace, snowshoes can open up … Continue reading →

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