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K in a Sea2Summit Head net on Lake Superior Trail, Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, 2018

Tips

Do Bugs Tick you off? How to battle those Outdoor pests!

The spring and early summer is the time that most of us are itching to get back outside. As the weather breaks and becomes nicer, nature calls us. Sometimes, nature is not the only one that is making us itch. It is also the time for all of our insect…

Posted on May 1, 2019May 1, 2019 by Nikki by Nikki

Hiking

Leave No Trace

Leave No Trace, or LNT, as many people call it, is a group of seven rules that you should follow when in the wilderness. These rules not only have the capability to make your trip more eco-friendly, but can help preserve the area for future generations. By following LNT you…

Posted on March 28, 2019May 2, 2019 by CJ by CJ

Hiking

Hiking 101 – So you want to go hiking for the first time?

Starting with the basics is a good idea for those new to getting their family outdoors and a great refresher for those that may have more experience. There are a few things that are important to do each time that we head outside. These things are for the safety and comfort of…

Posted on February 21, 2019February 21, 2019 by Nikki by Nikki

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The 10 Essential Items to Take Outdoors

The 10 Essentials are the most basic things that you need in the outdoors. Whether you are hiking the Rockies or sitting in your local car campsite they will serve you a purpose. From hanging your wet clothes to helping you survive when lost, these items have many uses. Navigation:…

Posted on January 31, 2019February 21, 2019 by CJ by CJ

Hiking

Ogemaw Hills Pathway 101

About five miles north of the small town of West Branch, Michigan you'll find the Ogemaw Hills Pathway trail system, an approximately 15 mile long network of trails through the AuSable State Forest open year round to hiking, cross-country skiing, snow shoeing, and biking. The Pathway has served our family…

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