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After more than 30 years in the outdoor writing business, you would think I'd know better.
Tag Archives: Hiawatha National Forest
Lighthouse restoration, public comments sought
The Point Iroquois Lighthouse has been on the National Register of Historic Places since 1975. It overlooks Lake Superior at the entry of the St. Mary’s River, according to Hiawatha National Forest officials who just announced plans for a multi-year … Continue reading
Bear feeding problems on Grand Island National Recreation Area force temporary camping closure
By Howard Meyerson One mark of a savvy back country camper is how they come prepared for bear country. For instance, do they take precaution and keep food or snacks out of tents, or come equipped with throw-lines to hang … Continue reading
Scott Hickman: Man about Alger County
By Howard Meyerson Scott Hickman admits to being a rare bird enthusiast, someone who enjoys looking for the unusual find. Rare, of course, is a relative term. For the 62-year-old retired college biology professor and member of Laughing Whitefish Audubon … Continue reading
Anglers, boaters encouraged to fight invasives
By Howard Meyerson Hose them down! That’s the message Huron-Manistee National Forest staffers hope anglers and boaters will take away from demonstration projects planned this summer at boat launches on Houghton Lake, the Muskegon River and Manistee County waters. That’s … Continue reading