Howard Meyerson
After more than 30 years in the outdoor writing business, you would think I'd know better.
Tag Archives: State Forests
Bear country manners called for when camping in bear country
By Howard Meyerson A few years ago, a friend and I were walking back to a campground, backtracking on a remote Upper Peninsula trail. Overcast skies had threatened rain. We’d spent a moody, chilly day tramping through deep forest. Then, … Continue reading
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Graymont revises mining proposal; DNR decision postponed
By Howard Meyerson GRAND RAPIDS, MI – A newly updated proposal from Graymont Inc., the Canadian mining company seeking to buy state land for a limestone mine in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, was submitted to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources … Continue reading
Trail guide sets new standard for books about hiking in Michigan
By Howard Meyerson When author Jim DuFresne first came out with his book, “50 Hikes in Michigan,” I didn’t think anyone could top it. DuFresne, a Michigan-based writer, instinctively seemed to know what hikers needed — a solid, well-crafted guide … Continue reading
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Graymont submits new mine proposal for Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
By Howard Meyerson GRAND RAPIDS, MI — A Canadian mining company, Graymont Inc., has submitted a revised proposal to mine limestone on state land in the Upper Peninsula. Michigan Department of Natural Resources officials say the request is now under … Continue reading
Michigan’s snowshoe hares disappearing, could benefit from forest management amid climate changes
By Howard Meyerson Grand Rapids, Mich. — Researchers investigating the whereabouts of Michigan snowshoe hares confirm what hunters have said for quite some time: The big rabbits with the white winter coats have vanished from places where they once were … Continue reading
Six state forest campgrounds to reopen: New access for equestrians, paddlers and anglers
By Howard Meyerson The start of spring is still 10 days out and deep snows in the north country could well mean a slow start for Michigan’s camping season, but state officials are moving forward this week to expand Michigan’s State … Continue reading
2014: The year ahead – for starters
By Howard Meyerson Last year was full of interesting developments: The endangered Kirtland’s warbler was reported to have made a comeback, Lake Michigan salmon were huge but proved less plentiful, the DNR moved to reopen some state forest campgrounds, camping … Continue reading
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Tagged Camping, Chinook Salmon, Coho salmon, Conservation, Deer, Endangered Species, Environment, Fishing, Grand River, Hiking, Hunting, Kayaking, Lake Huron, Lake Michigan, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Paddling, Road-kill, Salmon, Skiing, State Forests, State Parks, Trails
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Four or more state forest campgrounds to be reopened in 2014
By Howard Meyerson Campers who like rustic state forest campgrounds will have a few more choices in 2014. State officials are planning to reopen at least four of 12 that were closed in 2009 due to budget constraints. It’s an … Continue reading
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
Michigan Wildfire Season: Slower than usual
By Howard Meyerson Grand Rapids, Mich. — State forest fire fighters got some relief this spring. Persistent wet and cool weather reduced the fire hazard around the state. Although 170 wildfires were extinguished by the start of June, state forest … Continue reading
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