Howard Meyerson
After more than 30 years in the outdoor writing business, you would think I'd know better.
Tag Archives: Camping
DNR plan: Reinvigorate Drummond Island hunting and fishing
By Howard Meyerson DRUMMOND ISLAND, MI — The rocky, forested landscape and clear waters that Drummond Island has for decades made it a mecca for anglers, off-road enthusiasts, boaters and nature lovers. But change is in the wind for this … Continue reading
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Tagged Camping, DNR, Drummond Island, Fishing, Hunting, Kayaking, Lake Huron, Perch, Pike, Trail
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Will Power: Will temptations ever cease?
Ok. So it isn’t necessarily local and it isn’t necessarily good for you, but what a sweet twist on an old camping favorite. Now, how not to eat a whole bag…
All Calm for Now
I love this photo and its majesty of color. So calm. So peaceful. You can almost hear loons calling. But what about the campsite there on the rocks with the splash pool behind it? I suspect it is full of water from the last … Continue reading
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Tagged Adventure Travel, Camping, Kayaking, Kayaking Safety, Photos
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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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Michigan adding rustic campgrounds to online reservation system
By Howard Meyerson Eighteen of Michigan’s more popular state forest campgrounds are being added to the state campground reservation system this season. That’s a first for the remote and rustic campgrounds that have always operated on a first-come, first-serve basis. … Continue reading
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Tagged Camping, DNR, Rustic Campgrounds, State Forest, State Parks
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New Vision: State forest campgrounds repositioned
Campers can look forward to paying less at most state forest campgrounds from now on. Fees were lowered in April by $2 to $3 per night after Michigan Department of Natural Resources director, Rodney Stokes, approved the change looking to … Continue reading
Michigan tick problem growing, tips to avoid bites, Lyme disease
By Howard Meyerson Hikers and campers need to be careful on trails these days, particularly on the west side of Michigan. Warmer spring temperatures not only brought out the wildflowers, they also brought out ticks. A good friend of mine … Continue reading
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Tagged Birds, Camping, Centers for Disease Control, Deer, DEET, Dogs, Hiking, Lyme Disease, Michigan Department of Community Health, Nature, Paddling, Permethrin, Ticks
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Your Safety in Bear Country: A Yellowstone primer
Last year was a bad year for grizzly attacks in the U.S. Much has been written about the tragic incidents that took the lives of four men: two in Yellowstone National Park and two others in the Gallatin National Forest … Continue reading
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Tagged Bears, Camping, Grizzly Bears, Hiking, Hunting, National Parks, Paddling, Pepper Spray, Yellowstone National Park
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Going Light: Gossamer Gorilla backpack review
Hiker’s generally agree that next to scenery, good companions and maybe a small flask for a nip at night, nothing makes a hike or backpacking more pleasurable than carrying fewer pounds. And pack manufacturer’s have been responding with new, lighter … Continue reading
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Tagged Backpack, Backpacking, Camping, Gear Reviews, Going Light, Hiking
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Cabin Fever: Tentbound in Devil’s Bay
Anyone who has traveled far to try something challenging knows the dismay and mood swings that come when the weather doesn’t cooperate. Knitting isn’t an option when you are an athlete and adrenaline junkie. This video of a climbing expedition … Continue reading
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Tagged Adventure Travel, Camping, Climbing, Newfoundland, Video
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