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A Gift Guide for Your Favorite Trail Runner
Are you searching for the perfect gift for your favorite trail runner? Trail runners thrive on the excitement of the great outdoors, embracing both the challenges and the beauty of nature. The right gear, fuel, and gadgets can significantly impact their performance and help them achieve their personal goals—whether they’re training for a big race,…
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Race to Restore: A Unique 5K in a Cemetery
Halloween races are the best. With cooler temperatures and festive atmospheres, they offer the perfect blend of fun and competition. After all, who wants to be beaten by a giant dinosaur? This year, Race to Restore 5K caught my eye. This race offers a unique experience as participants make their way through the historic Mount…
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Hiking Sugarloaf Mountain in Marquette, Michigan: A Fall Adventure
As the crisp air of autumn sweeps across Marquette, Michigan, there’s no better time to lace up the hiking boots and head to Sugarloaf Mountain. This local gem offers breathtaking views, vibrant foliage, and a sense of tranquility that’s perfect for anyone looking to connect with nature. There’s just something special about hiking Sugarloaf in…
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Hustling for Hot Cider & Caramel Apples
Celebrate the season with the Hot Cider Hustle 5K. This race is set in the picturesque Hawk Island Park in Lansing, Michigan. The course includes beautiful views of vibrant autumn foliage and the tranquil lake. The best part? Once crossing the finish line, unique treats await! All participants receive hot cider and a tasty caramel…
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Take a Hike in Lansing
You may think that hiking in the Lansing area means pavement pathways and a disconnect from nature, like most cities. But that’s not the case in Lansing. In fact, within a short drive, trail goers have access to many beautiful forested trails, right in the heart of nature.
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Run Woodstock: Completing the Happening 100K
It is said that you live a lifetime in an ultra. You have ups and downs. You make new friends. You discover hard things about yourself. You overcome challenges. You fade into darkness. You break into light. This September I participated in my first 100K. It was hard, uncomfortable, and beautiful.
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A Michigan Trail Experience: Deer Fly 5
Don’t be afraid of the name. You’re more likely to encounter mosquitoes than deer flies on this unique and fun trail 5K. The Deer Fly 5 occurs on the pretty, forested trails at Lake Lansing North Park in Haslett, Michigan.
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Why I Loved Running the Tahqua Trail 25K
Imagine spending a morning among giant pine trees, fern-covered forest floors, lush bogs, a wide river with waterfalls, and beautiful lakes where moose love to roam. Sound perfect? I thought so. The Tahqua Trail Run takes runners along a spectacular route that has all of those things and more. Out of all of the races…
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Don’t Miss the Incredible Ash Cave in Hocking Hills
You don’t want to miss Ash Cave in Hocking Hills State Park. Ash Cave isn’t like those we splunked through in Cumberland Caverns. It is a type of cave called a recess cave – and it is the largest one in the state of Ohio.
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Hiking to Cedar Falls in Hocking Hill State Park
Cedar Falls is one of Hocking Hill State Park’s greatest waterfall by volume. However, don’t get your hopes up of seeing this waterfall roaring with life if you visit any time in the summer. Like the other waterfalls in this area, Cedar Falls is likely to dry up during the warm seasons. Still, the unique…
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The Rock House in Hocking Hills State Park
Hocking Hills State Park is well known for its caves. But did you know that there is actually only one true cave within the park? That’s the Rock House. The Rock House cave is about 200 feet long and 20 to 30 feet wide with a high ceiling of 25 feet. It sits midway up…
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Top 5 Reasons Why Old Man’s Cave is Worth Exploring
Old Man’s Cave is the most popular area in Hocking Hills State Park. There is so much to see along a short, easy hike that is unique and very beautiful.
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Hocking Hills State Park Campground
Be at the center of it all. Stay at Hocking Hills Start Park Campground and have immediate access to most of Hocking Hills’ hiking trails. Located directly in the park next to the infamous Old Man’s Cave, this campground makes an excellent home base for all your adventures in Logan, Ohio.
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Participating in the Trail Town 5K
Spend a Saturday morning racing on the Lansing River Trail during the Trail Town 10K and 5K event. Enjoy scenic views of the Grand River, wildlife sightings, and help support the maintenance and expansion of the Lansing River Trail.
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Spicy Chorizo Tacos
I love tacos. Who doesn’t? These spicy chorizo tacos are not only delicious but are easy to make. Pre-make at home and warm up at camp or cook over a fire, these are sure to be a favorite.
