Howard Meyerson
After more than 30 years in the outdoor writing business, you would think I'd know better.
Tag Archives: Hiking
A good camping summer is a good summer indeed
By Howard Meyerson While many have put their tents away and others are thinking about storing their RV’s for the winter still others are taking advantage of Michigan’s fall camping season. State officials say 2013 has been a good year … Continue reading
Young hiker walks North Dakota to New York on North Country Trail
By Howard Meyerson John D Rockefeller, the American industrialist once said: “I do not think that there is any other quality so essential to success of any kind as the quality of perseverance. It overcomes almost everything, even nature.” He … Continue reading
Trail Towns: Communities adopting North Country Trail
By Howard Meyerson Saturday was National Trails Day, a celebration enjoyed by people all across the country. Hikers took to their favorite trails, venturing out with friends, family and organized groups. In Michigan, of course, there is reason to celebrate … Continue reading
The right backpack: A good fit is essential to comfort, safety on the hiking trail
By Howard Meyerson Walk into any quality outdoor gear store these days and it’s likely you will find an overwhelming selection of packs for backpacking. There are big ones, small ones and middle-sized ones, too. Making the right choice isn’t … Continue reading
Day hike ends in tragedy for father and two sons
_____________________________________________ I don’t normally make a practice of posting entire stories written by other authors or news services, but this one, which ran in a number of publications today, deserves to be looked at in entirety. What caught my attention … Continue reading
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Tagged David Decareaux, Forest, Hiking, Hiking Safety, Mark Twain National Forest, National Forest, Trails
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Last year was a bad year in terms of human/bear interactions at national parks. There are some who are suggesting that changes in climate may be contributing to the increase in attacks, having impacted the availability of natural foods. Whether … Continue reading
Innovations at Outdoor Show Lineup This Season
By Howard Meyerson Innovation is one of the things I look for every year when the outdoor show season opens in Michigan. There are 13 shows on the lineup this year. They start next weekend in Novi with the Ultimate … Continue reading
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Tagged Archery, Calendar of Shows, Camping, Fishing, Gear, Hiking, Hunting, Innovation, Motorhomes, Outdoor Shows, Paddling, Solar Power, Tree Climbers
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Lake Michigan water trail summit in November
By Howard Meyerson A two-day summit about the Lake Michigan Water Trail, a 1600 mile paddling route around the lake, will be held in Saugatuck Nov. 8 and 9. at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts. The event is open … Continue reading
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Tagged Cycling, Hiking, Kayaking, Lake Michigan Water Trail, National Recreation Trail, Paddling, Saugatuck
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New plans for Harbor Island National Wildlife Refuge
By Howard Meyerson DeTour, MI – Boaters, paddlers, hikers and wildlife enthusiasts may find Harbor Island National Wildlife Refuge more inviting in future years. U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service staffers are finalizing the conservation plan for the 695 acre island … Continue reading
Lightweight Haze Shaves Pounds for Backpackers
A 50-liter capacity seems awful small for a week on the trail, but there’s a lot to be said for a lightweight pack. The new Mountainsmith Haze weighs just 1.9 pounds, according to a post at Gearjunkie. If you are looking … Continue reading
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Tagged Backpacking, Backpacks, Camping, Gear Reviews, Going Light, Hiking, Mountainsmith
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