My husband and I decided to try doing something really ballsy – try renting a cabin in Michigan’s state parks system – in mid July! 😂 We… Read more “Don’t Judge a Scary Looking Cabin By its Cover! Meet Stone Path Cabin at Thompson’s Harbor State Park (Alpena, MI)…”
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Leelanau State Park Cabin Trip – Juneteenth Weekend 2025
My husband and I visited Leelanau State Park for the fourth – or fifth – time over the weekend of Juneteenth in 2025. This was the first… Read more “Leelanau State Park Cabin Trip – Juneteenth Weekend 2025”
Mill Lake Cabins Visit Part Deux – 2024 Edition
My husband and I revisited the Mill Lake Cabins on Memorial weekend. This was our second visit- we visited the first time in September, 2020 during the… Read more “Mill Lake Cabins Visit Part Deux – 2024 Edition”
When You Want To Get Out To Enjoy Nature, You Find a Way!
Recently I stayed in a mini-cabin at Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area near Lapeer, MI (located east of Flint). I also paid a second visit to Seven Lakes State… Read more “When You Want To Get Out To Enjoy Nature, You Find a Way!”
How Does a Couple Celebrate 30 Years of Tent Camping Together? Go on a Camping Trip, Of Course!
My husband and I recently took a trip to Northern MI for a tent camping trip. This year marked the 30th year that he and I have… Read more “How Does a Couple Celebrate 30 Years of Tent Camping Together? Go on a Camping Trip, Of Course!”
Hello, Summer, 2023!
Memorial Day Weekend 2023 has begun – and later today, I’ll be on the road to visit my parents-in-law, who have a lovely spot on the Muskegon… Read more “Hello, Summer, 2023!”
Reflections on Cramming In Some “Summery” Activities – 2022 Edition
I’ve been working lots of Saturdays over the past several months, which means Sundays wind up being “chore/errand” days. Which means my weekends have been essentially non… Read more “Reflections on Cramming In Some “Summery” Activities – 2022 Edition”
Want an Airbnb Experience Only More Secluded? Try a Michigan State Parks Lodge Rental!
I hear that renting rooms and whole homes using Airbnb is quite popular these days. Though to be honest, it’s not something I’ve ever done – yet.… Read more “Want an Airbnb Experience Only More Secluded? Try a Michigan State Parks Lodge Rental!”
Sleepy Hollow State Park (MI) – Great For a Winter Escape!
My husband and I booked a “modern cabin” at Sleepy Hollow State Park near Lansing, MI and had an absolute blast! It’s been years since we’ve used… Read more “Sleepy Hollow State Park (MI) – Great For a Winter Escape!”
Winter Cabin Trip 2022!
There is nothing quite like a winter cabin trip – having the coziness of a heated cabin in the woods – and being able to bundle up… Read more “Winter Cabin Trip 2022!”
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