Great Lakes Echo (https://greatlakesecho.org/category/recreation-2/page/15/)
Outdoor, resource-based recreational activities.
The Apostle Islands in northern Wisconsin offer a one-of-a kind adventure within the Great Lakes that includes a chance to explore Lake Superior’s caves by kayak and spend the night alone on a deserted island.
The Superior Hiking Trail in Minnesota is a surprise for those expecting an easy walk through the forest. Hikers will find breathtaking views atop rocky cliffs along the trail. There are also options for less adventurous, outdoor lovers.
The creek is one of only six water bodies where the health department warns fishermen to not eat what they catch.
A recent study says that there’s little to no water quality monitoring for recreational waters in winter. Winter swimmers, surfers and sailboarders beware.
Michigan’s natural landscapes have been marketed as refuges for urbanites since the 1800s.
Bills in the Michigan House and Senate would require drivers to give cyclists more breathing room and set specific standards for bicycle safety instruction in driver’s education courses.
Outdoor enthusiasts with disabilities hit the slopes thanks to the region’s adaptive ski programs.
Efforts are underway to determine if Bishop Baraga’s many works make him worthy of sainthood.
A kiteboarding and drone enthusiast captures stunning views of Lake Michigan beaches.
