1/16/2021 Stevensville, MI A mere 15 minutes from our winter wonderland we are transported to a sandy beach devoid of snow. You would hardly believe it was January so long as you stay out of the water. One Gander said it best, “It’s January and I’m hunting rocks!” Interested in checking out this park? FindContinue reading “Grand Mere State Park”
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William G. Millikin State Park
2/8/2020 Detroit, MI My first real Michigan winter. It is colder up here. The snow lasts longer, which Gob loves but I do not. It’s been too long since my last adventure, but I’m not yet ready to brave the wilderness. I opt for an “urban” park in Detroit. We find the trail by theContinue reading “William G. Millikin State Park”
Ludington State Park
6-9-2018 Ludington, MI 11:30 am – Today is the day that we visit a bunch of light houses. We have finally arrived at the first one. The trail head promises a 1-2 mile walk down a paved road. Mason decides he wants more adventure, so we instead wind through the forest for a longer hike.Continue reading “Ludington State Park”
Warren Dunes State Park
6-8-2018 Sawyer, MI 6:30 pm – We arrive at Warren Dunes State Park. The sky is full of fog, but it is still very crowded. We walk down to the water to let Gob splash. He has conquered his fear of the waves and is running into the water and chasing the waves back toContinue reading “Warren Dunes State Park”
Port Crescent State Park
June 6, 2018 Port Austin, MI Us Michigan newbies did not expect the lake effect winds and northern latitude to make it so much colder than Ohio. After our first night, we duck into a thrift shop for some sweats. Once at the park, we learn that there are showers. Mason quickly opts to goContinue reading “Port Crescent State Park”
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