Tundra or Trumpeter Swan Near Oscoda? – You Decide

Posted on January 29, 2021November 12, 2021 by Michael Hardy

We were treated to an interesting treat today, which is much appreciated. Amy from Oscoda spotted a swan paddling along

Rediscovering Bach General Store – Fading Days of A Joyful 4 Corner Town

Posted on January 29, 2021July 24, 2025 by Michael Hardy

The Bach General Store, long since closed. Once the center of the community, these shops were common in the days before Walmart and Dollar General.

The Lightship Huron Still Lights the Way on the St. Clair River.

Posted on January 27, 2021March 19, 2026 by Michael Hardy

One interesting little site, located in a county park, is the Lightship Huron. Lightships are floating lighthouses that could be anchored on the lakes where it was too deep or impossible to build a lighthouse.

The Lucky History And Amazing #1 Power of the Caro Michigan Dam

Posted on January 26, 2021January 21, 2022 by Mark Putnam

The history and story behind the 115 year old Caro Michigan River Dam. It’s been a home to Native Americans and early Michigan settlers.

The Dam is falling into significant disrepair. If it fails the Cass river would become a mere creek which would greatly impact recreational boating and fishing.

Fortunately there is interest in refurbishing the historic structure.

4 Michigan Legislators Demand DNR Restore Commercial Fishing Licenses

Posted on January 23, 2021November 13, 2021 by Michael Hardy

Four Michigan State legislators demand the restoration of commercial fishing licenses for 13 fisher operations left in Michigan.

Belle Isle State Park Works To Restore Historic Sawmill

Posted on January 22, 2021March 10, 2026 by Paul Austin

For decades, City of Detroit foresters industriously labored away in a quaint sawmill within Belle Isle Park, giving trees from streets and parks new life as usable wood after they were removed for road widening or death from disease, pests, or storms.

RV Rental in Michigan State Parks – 9 Motivations To Consider

Posted on January 20, 2021August 4, 2023 by Michael Hardy

The past pandemic has caused folks to curtail travel. However a new interest in camping now giving families safe way to be outdoors and explore safely.

Also the Michigan DNR has worked with local companies that offer RV and camper rental delivery and set up services in Michigan’s State Parks. This allows outdoor camping for those who want the experience of staying in a camper but not the ownership of one.

A Lost Lumber and Company Town – New River Michigan

Posted on January 15, 2021April 8, 2025 by Malcom Mott

On the shores of Lake Huron near the tip of Michigan’s Thumb is a well appointed cottage community that used to be a thriving company lumber town. New River Michigan as been almost erased by time and nature.