I’ve hiked a lot of trails in Michigan, and here is my totally accurate, not up for debate and perfect (yes, PERFECT) list, cataloguing the ten VERY BEST hiking trails in Michigan. 10) Ludington State Park Intermediate. Head first back toward Lost Lake, then follow the Island Trail to the Ridge Trial, connect out to … More Michigan’s Ten Best Hiking Trails for Views, Wildlife, and Variety
A ghost town in the off season, tropical hotspot in the summer, Sleeping Bear is mostly just home to me in all seasons. I ran down the dunes with my sister as a kid, and swam in the Platte River, and then out into the Lake. I have been there so many times I’ve lost … More Trail Guide: All-Season Adventure Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
One of the questions I get asked the most—next to “what is it you do exactly?”—is “how do I get a good sunset picture?” Luckily, I have a few tips for catching a good sunset, and most of them are pretty easy! Here are a few things to keep in mind: The Sun Sets in … More How to Catch a Great Michigan Sunset
The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is one of my favorite places on earth. It’s got clear blue water, rivers and forests, some of the best beaches in the world, and of course, the dunes themselves. In the summer, the water is warm enough to swim and the beaches fill up. Fall sees the leaves … More Sleeping Bear Moods: A Photo Essay
2017 has been an eventful year for me. I had the opportunity to experience some really amazing things, from interning at the Kellogg Biological Station to playing around in the Blue Ridge Mountains and Glacier National Park. Social media tends to give the impression that all things—travel, our personal lives, camping—are always fun and easy, … More 2017’s Greatest Misadventures: On the Water, Trail, and Road
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