Howard Meyerson
After more than 30 years in the outdoor writing business, you would think I'd know better.
Tag Archives: Nature
Trumpeter Swans: A Conservation Success in Michigan
By Howard Meyerson Fifty years ago the plight of Trumpeter Swans was a cause for concern in North America. The majestic birds were perched on the brink of extinction. America’s largest waterfowl species was in need of a helping hand. … Continue reading
Officials: Strong 2015 Lake Michigan perch hatch
By Howard Meyerson Grand Rapids, MI – Lake Michigan fish managers see more than a glimmer of hope for perch fishing in the future. A large crop of young perch appeared in late-summer netting efforts all around the lake. “I … Continue reading
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Tagged Conservation, DNR, Fishing, Great Lakes, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Nature, Perch
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A moment of beauty
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Pigeon River returning to free-flowing state
By Howard Meyerson VANDERBILT — Anglers who like free-flowing streams got a chance to celebrate in September 2014 when the Song of the Morning Yoga Retreat dam was permanently opened on the Pigeon River allowing it to return to a free-flowing … Continue reading
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Tagged Conservation, Dams, Environment, Fishing, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Nature, Pigeon River, Rivers, Steelhead, Trout
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Michigan’s Important Bird Areas Flag Conservation Priorities
By Howard Meyerson It’s no secret that Lake Michigan waters are important for recreation and tourism. Thousands of summer tourists flock daily to its shoreline to boat, swim, and play. But scientists have recently determined that those crystal-blue waters are … Continue reading
North Country Trail offers unique hiking opportunity near Grand Rapids
By Howard Meyerson Grand Rapids is a walker’s paradise, full of parks where an hour or more can be spent outdoors walking. But for those who seek an entire day on the trail, an excellent opportunity is found just 30 … Continue reading
Government agencies to spend $74 million on Asian carp control
By Howard Meyerson Grand Rapids, Mich. – Federal and state agencies intend to spend $74.2 million over the next two years to keep Asian Carp out of the Great Lakes. New control techniques are being developed and a third electrical … Continue reading
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Tagged Asian Carp, Asian Carp Regional Coordinating Committee, Conservation, Environment, Fisheries, Great Lakes, Nature
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DNR: Gray wolves have spread across entire Upper Peninsula
By Howard Meyerson GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. – One or more wolf packs now live in every Upper Peninsula county, having spread from west to east over the past 20 years. Most –for now – are concentrated in Western counties, according … Continue reading
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Tagged Conservation, DNR, Environment, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Nature, Upper Peninsula, Wildlife, Wolf, Wolves
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White River: A scenic trip through national forest
By Howard Meyerson MONTAGUE, MI – It was a perfect summer day when I launched at Sischo Bayou, a remote canoe landing on the White River in the Manistee National Forest. I’d come looking for a half-day float, some time … Continue reading
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Tagged Canoe, Canoeing, Huron-Manistee National Forest, Kayak, Kayaking, Montague, National Forests, Nature, Paddling, Rivers, White River
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Lead and Loons
By Howard Meyerson Τom Cooley has examined a lot of dead loons during the past 27 years. They appear every year, dead on beaches and inland lakes where cottage owners, researchers, national park volunteers, or Michigan Department of Natural Resources … Continue reading
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