Howard Meyerson
After more than 30 years in the outdoor writing business, you would think I'd know better.
Category Archives: Uncategorized
Lake Michigan salmon stocking to be cut by 50 percent
By Howard Meyerson Plainwell, Mich. — A decision has been made. Lake Michigan states will reduce chinook salmon stocking by 50 percent next year. Approximately 1.65 million fewer will be planted in Lake Michigan, according to state officials. The decision … Continue reading
Paddler hopes to set new world record for largest raft of canoes, kayaks
By Howard Meyerson SUTTONS BAY, MI — Kate Thornhill is used to difficult challenges; she has traveled solo more than once deep into the Minnesota Boundary Waters paddling the wooden kayak she built. But on Sept. 1, she is going for … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged Canoe, Canoeing, Guinness World Record, Kate Thornhill, Kayak, Kayaking, Paddling, Suttons Bay
Leave a comment
Michigan adopts regional approach to respond to CWD
By Howard Meyerson LANSING, MI — Michigan wildlife officials plan to deal with Chronic Wasting Disease differently in the future, taking a regional approach, rather than one that affects an entire state peninsula. Revisions to the state CWD action plan … Continue reading
Well, it’s that time again. I’m off. Gone paddlin!
Findings: Menstruating Women Do Not Attract Bear Attacks
The question of the ages? Probably – especially if you are a woman. The story today in Mother Jones today states that it is a myth, but wait, hold on. You should read further. The MJ story is interesting. It touches … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged Bears, Camping, Hiking, Menstruation, National Park Service
Leave a comment
Reinventing Fire With Jetboil Camping Stoves
I have to confess I have looked longingly at the Jetboil stove system for a long time. I own an assortment of backpacking stoves that go back easily 30 years. Every one of them works well and each has its … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged Backpacking, Canoeing, Gear Reviews, Going Light, Innovation, Jetboil, Stoves
1 Comment
Rabid Beaver Repeatedly Attacks Scoutmaster
Were it not such a strange and unusual event with such potentially dire consequences for Normand Brousseau, the scoutmaster attacked in this story reported by the NY Daily News today, I would have laughed at the tabloid-style presentation. I mean, how … Continue reading
Hot Summer Perfect for Catching Smallmouth on Flies
By Howard Meyerson NEWAYGO, MI — Hot summer days aren’t always the best for trout, but summer is dynamite for smallmouth bass. And fortunately, Michigan has a number of great rivers for smallies. What’s special about smallmouth is they are … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged Fishing, Fly Fishing, Muskegon River, Rivers, Smallmouth Bass
Leave a comment
Light up: Picking a good headlamp.
Headlamps are the ultimate tool for the outdoor enthusiast. They leave hands free to cook, tend to tent matters or turn pages of a book at night. At night when hiking or paddling, the light goes where your head turns … Continue reading
The Outdoor Journal 