Tag Archives: National Park Service

Between a rock and a hard place: Michigan’s national parks cut services amid budget woes

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Howard Meyerson

By Howard Meyerson Hikers intending to backpack on Isle Royale this summer might want to pay extra attention to their planning. Fewer rangers will be stationed on the remote and rugged Lake Superior island, meaning fewer first-responders will be available … Continue reading →

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Findings: Menstruating Women Do Not Attract Bear Attacks

Posted on August 15, 2012 by Howard Meyerson

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 →

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North Country Trail: America’s longest footpath celebrated at national conference in Michigan

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Howard Meyerson

By Howard Meyerson LOWELL, MI — If you ask Dave Cornell about long-distance hiking, the 73-year-old Delton resident is unequivocal about its place in life. “Hiking has made a difference. It saved my life. There is nothing like strapping on … Continue reading →

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1,100-foot fall causes first death of season on McKinley

Posted on May 20, 2012 by Howard Meyerson

Mount McKinley, North America’s highest peak, claimed its first climber for the 2012 climbing season. The climber, as yet unidentified,  fell 1,100 feet Friday after turning to retrieve a backpack that was sliding down a slope, Denali National Park officials … Continue reading →

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