July 3, 2021 Rapid River, MI We are both tired, but the sun will be setting soon and the promise of a lakeside sunset complete with a lighthouse is just too tempting. I promise Gob that we will skip the hike at this one (which was a good choice because once we got to theContinue reading “Peninsula Point Lighthouse”
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Wells State Park
7/2-3/2021 Cedar River, MI Thoroughly exhausted, we arrive at our campsite for the night. We check in well before 1 AM, and I pass as a normal human being. This time we are at a rustic campsite, which means no strangers in sight. Gob and I set up camp and start a fire, then waitContinue reading “Wells State Park”
Fayette Historical State Park
7/2/2021 Garden, MI I’m going to be honest, I had very low expectations for this park. I’m not typically drawn to old buildings or monuments. And Gob also prefers the rugged nature to the paved path. We arrived fully expecting a quick pit stop to check something off the list. But boy were we bothContinue reading “Fayette Historical State Park”
Van Buren State Park
5/22/2021 South Haven, MI It is hot. Summer has finally arrived, and it did not come gently. After a short half mile hike, we can finally see the water waving at us. Gob is eager. I release him, and he dives straight in much to the delight of several onlookers. Hard to believe this adventurousContinue reading “Van Buren 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”
Saugatuck Dunes State Park
5/1/2021 Saugatuck Dunes, MI We pass multiple signs drawing our attention to paths that are not marked trails. I’m not sure if they are meant to deter or entice adventures. We stick to the marked trail this time. As the pine trees fade behind us, sand infiltrates my shoes. It begins to drizzle. I repeatedlyContinue reading “Saugatuck Dunes State Park”
Sterling State Park
4/27/2021 Monroe, MI The day is far too nice, and I have been stuck at work far too long. I need to stretch my legs from the weekends half-marathon, so I opt for an easy 4 mile jog. I head to Sterling SP in search for eagles, but I don’t have any luck. All IContinue reading “Sterling State Park”
Cheboygan State Park
3/20/2021 Cheboygan, MI Hey, it’s Che-boy-again. Our last minute addition to the itinerary. We abruptly turned into the park as we approached. A snoozing Gob is startled awake by the change in direction. As we approach the trail head parking lot, he appears unconvinced that another hike is necessary. I roll his window down, andContinue reading “Cheboygan State Park”
Headlands International Dark Sky Park
3/19/2021 Mackinaw City, MI Finally, the reason I dragged Gob more than 250 miles north. A chance to see the northern lights. The aurora borealis. The dancing lady. With plenty of daylight left, we head to the dark sky park to scout out our viewing area, get my camera set up, and ultimately take aContinue reading “Headlands International Dark Sky Park”
Turnip Rock
2/20/2021 Port Austin, MI I had a last minute substitution. Poor Gob’s little paws don’t hold up to the frigid temperatures and deep snow (especially when he won’t keep his shoes on). He sure does love to roll in it though…Mason steps in, promising to keep his shoes on. He inquires about the temperature asContinue reading “Turnip Rock”
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