Camping

  • Staying at Island Lake Campground in Hiawatha National Forest

    Staying at Island Lake Campground in Hiawatha National Forest

    If you like camping in peace and solitude, off the beaten path but still close to a multitude of things to do, Island Lake Campground is the perfect place for you.


  • A Weekend Stay at Crooked Lake Rustic Campground

    A Weekend Stay at Crooked Lake Rustic Campground

    There is something special about places like that. You never knew the campground existed, but once you discover it, you are hooked. Crooked Lake Rustic Campground is one such place. Tucked away in Pinckney Recreation Area, this campground is at the heart of it all.


  • Gift Guide for Your Favorite Camper & Hiker

    Gift Guide for Your Favorite Camper & Hiker

    If you know someone who loves the outdoors as much as I do, here are some great gift ideas that might help you support the camper and hiker in your life.


  • A Weekend Camping Trip at Sleepy Hollow State Park

    A Weekend Camping Trip at Sleepy Hollow State Park

    Sleepy Hollow is located 4 miles outside of Laingsburg, Michigan. While merely a 30-minute drive from the city of Lansing, this campground still manages to serve up that “up north” feel that most of us drive hours to achieve.


  • Campfire Ethics

    Campfire Ethics

    Who doesn’t love having a campfire? It is one of the most iconic aspects of the camping experience. We rely on fires for food, warmth, and happiness. Whether roasting marshmallows for s’mores or having a laugh with friends and family, fires are a place of comfort. However, with the enjoyment comes the responsibility of following…


  • Camping at Sleeper State Park

    Camping at Sleeper State Park

    Sleeper State Park is located in Caseville, Michigan at the tip of Michigan’s thumb. Caseville is most prominently known for its annual cheeseburger festival. While we weren’t there to celebrate the cheeseburger, we did enjoy our time at Sleeper State Park.


  • Are You Tick Aware?

    Are You Tick Aware?

    It is spring and the prime season for ticks. These little creatures can be intimidating and scary. They have the power to dampen what could be a fun hiking or camping trip. But the reality is, we need to learn to co-exist with them because they aren’t going anywhere. To do that, it is important…


  • A Wonderful Cabin for a Winter Weekend Getaway

    A Wonderful Cabin for a Winter Weekend Getaway

    Winter has been lacking this year in our area of the state. Snow has not been sticking around. So we decided to pack up the pups and head north in search of a cozy cabin for a winter wonderland getaway. We found just that in Afton, Michigan.


  • Camping at Van Buren State Park

    Camping at Van Buren State Park

    Van Buren State Park is located 10 minutes south of South Haven, Michigan. With over a mile of sandy dune shoreline, close to major tourist cities, and miles of hiking trails, this state park is an ideal place for a summer camping trip.


  • A Weekend Stay at Green Lake Campground

    A Weekend Stay at Green Lake Campground

    Located in Waterloo Recreation Area, Green Lake Campground provides an excellent home base for exploring the great outdoors. Access to miles of hiking trail, boating, and horseback riding, this campground is perfect for a weekend get-a-way.