September 10, 2021 Gaylord, MI As seems to be my method, I load Gob into the car after work and we hit the road by moonlight. I have a love hate relationship with this method. I love that it starts our adventure sooner, and I’m usually able to squeeze an extra park or two inContinue reading “Otsego Lake State Park”
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Grand Haven State Park
September 5, 2021 Grand Haven, MI I can once again thank Labor Day weekend for a packed park. We pull into our campsite, which once again seems to be one of only a few empty ones. It’s truly just a parking spot with a small stretch of sand behind. Gob doesn’t care. As soon asContinue reading “Grand Haven State Park”
Hoffmaster State Park
September 5, 2021 Muskegon, MI Now caffeinated and breakfasted, we are ready for our second hike of the day. Gob is excited for the promise of another dip in Lake Michigan. We are both nervous to be back among the dunes. But thankfully these are much nicer on my calves. As we make it toContinue reading “Hoffmaster State Park”
Ionia State Rec Area
September 3-4, 2021 Ionia, MI The temperature has shifted from unbearably hot, to dare I say, chilly. I wake up glad that I threw a pair of leggings into my duffle last minute. We bid farewell to our apple filled campsite and drive to the trailhead. Gob is pleased to find out that we willContinue reading “Ionia State Rec Area”
Burt Lake State Park
August 7, 2021 Indian River, MI Drained of energy like raisins in the sun, we arrive at our final destination – sort of. The beach looks lovely enough. Families having cookouts swarm the grills. Boats dot the water. But signs stating “no animals” block our every entrance to the water. I’m sure this is aContinue reading “Burt Lake State Park”
Fisherman’s Island State Park
August 6, 2021 Charlevoix, MI After 3 miles slogging through a bog, Mason was very excited to hear that we were just going to plop on a beach for a while. I wanted to walk the beach, and I figured Gob would come with me. But Gob much preferred to join Mason for some yoga.Continue reading “Fisherman’s Island State Park”
Young State Park
August 6, 2021 Boyne City, MI As we arrive, Mason makes the obligatory “I only go to old state parks” joke. Gob and I both let out audible groans. We walk around the day use area and through the campground, eventually finding the trailhead hidden at the boat launch. Mason’s knee has been bothering him.Continue reading “Young State Park”
Indian Lake State Park
July 3-4, 2021 Manistique, MI We arrive shortly before the sun has completely set and quickly set up camp. I force Gob into a stroll down to the lake to feast our eyes on the cotton candy sky. Gob is upset I don’t let him swim yet, but nobody wants to snuggle a wet dog.Continue reading “Indian Lake State Park”
South Higgins Lake State Park
7/2/2021 Roscommon, MI We roll into the park shortly after 1 AM. I am shocked that there is actually someone in the registration hut for check in. He is equally shocked when I walk through the door. He asks for my license plate and I hand him my drivers license. He stares at it forContinue reading “South Higgins Lake State Park”
Holland State Park
5/1/2021 Holland, MI Famished, because we are always ready for our next meal, we pull into the campsite. Gob quickly scarfs his chicken and rice. Mason similarly scarfs his ribs. A short jaunt down to the beach while the boys napped in the car. A sign on the gate of the pier gave caution. WhichContinue reading “Holland State Park”
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