Howard Meyerson
After more than 30 years in the outdoor writing business, you would think I'd know better.
Tag Archives: State Parks
Southern Lake Michigan state park expanded.
Everyone loves beautiful sand beaches, and the mile-long stretch at Van Buren State Park, with its high dunes, trails, campground and day-use area, just got longer. Michigan’s Department of Natural Resources recently announced that Van Buren County officials approved leasing … Continue reading
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Tagged Beaches, Conservation, DNR, Lake Michigan, Nature, State Parks, Van Buren County
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Three Lake Huron parks are Michigan’s newest ‘dark sky preserves’
By Howard Meyerson Sitting under a dark sky full of stars can be magical, a glimpse of the sublime and a sight to behold. Yet, many never really experience it. Their communities shine too much light into the night sky. … Continue reading
Major work this summer coming for Hart-Montague and White Pine Trails
By Howard Meyerson Two popular west Michigan rail-trails are scheduled for major work this summer. The 22.6-mile William Field Memorial Hart-Montague Trail will be widened and repaved while two unfinished sections of the Fred Meijer White Pine Trail, just over … Continue reading
ORV users work to improve access at Silver Lake State Park
By Howard Meyerson MEARS, MI – Ron Olson stood in front of a packed house, his tall, lanky frame towering over many who listened intently. More than 200 off-road and dune-buggy enthusiasts poured into Golden Township Hall on this frigid … Continue reading
Camping fees increasing at Michigan State Parks
By Howard Meyerson The camping season still is some months away — unless you’re a die-hard, that is, or plan to spend a week in the Everglades. But if you are thinking to camp in Michigan this spring, be aware … 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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Tagged Adventure Travel, Backpacking, Camping, Hiking, Michigan, National Parks, Nature, State Forest Campgrounds, State Forests, State Parks, Trails
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Out on the canoe trail: It’s good to stop and enjoy nature
By Howard Meyerson LUDINGTON, MI — It’s rare these days that I get a chance to just sit. Deadlines beckon and emails stack up. If not emails then other online demands, or family and home matters. Quiet moments, it seems, … Continue reading
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Tagged Canoeing, Environment, Ludington Canoe Trail, Ludington State Park, Nature, Paddling, Richard Louv, State Parks, Trails
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Wild State Parks: Lake Huron shoreline parks offer natural abundance
By Howard Meyerson ROGERS CITY – It was mid-afternoon when I kicked off my boots and sat down on a bench at the edge of a cobblestone beach along Lake Huron. A short rest was in order before finishing the hike. … Continue reading
Recreation passport requirements change at some locales
By Howard Meyerson GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Anglers, birdwatchers and others who enjoy boating on Fletcher’s Pond will need a state recreation passport this year to launch on the popular 9,000 acre flooding in Montmorency and Alpena counties. Michigan DNR director, … Continue reading
Recreation passport sales eclipse 2 million mark in ’13; shy of goal
By Howard Meyerson State recreation passport sales didn’t hit the goal that state park officials had hoped for last year, but it still proved a good year for Michigan state parks and other related camping programs. Michiganders purchased nearly 2.1 … Continue reading
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