My husband and I have been taking camping trips together since 1993, when we were still dating and in college. Though we still occasionally use a tent… Read more “Waterloo Recreation Area Cabin Trip – September, 2026”
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Petoskey State Park Visit – July, 2026
My husband and I recently did a camping trip at Petoskey State Park in Northern Michigan. We had not visited this park for camping since August, 1993… Read more “Petoskey State Park Visit – July, 2026”
Hartwick Pines State Park – Even a Killer Storm Can’t Take it Down!
My husband and I recently rented a rustic cabin at Hartwick Pines State Park near Grayling, MI. We had to cancel a previous cabin trip around Halloween,… Read more “Hartwick Pines State Park – Even a Killer Storm Can’t Take it Down!”
Want To Frighten a Mountain Lion On a Hike? Make Sure Your Phone Has Some “Scary” Music!
Every so often, I get inspired by real-life stories that make me think: What would I do if I were in the same situation? 🤔 Of course,… Read more “Want To Frighten a Mountain Lion On a Hike? Make Sure Your Phone Has Some “Scary” Music!”
Diary of a Dozen Years of Michigan Camping Trips
I recently decided to log in to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources web site to look at every single camping trip I’ve booked since 2014. Data… Read more “Diary of a Dozen Years of Michigan Camping Trips”
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”
Five Reasons to Visit Northeast Michigan
1 Straits of Mackinac/Mackinac Island/Mackinaw City There’s a reason this area is a tourist destination. Well, many reasons, actually! One great lake, two great lakes and fudge… Read more “Five Reasons to Visit Northeast Michigan”
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!”
Three “Last of Their Kind” Businesses You Can Visit
Note: All information in this blog was accurate and up to date as of June 9, 2022. Please be sure to confirm whether the businesses listed here… Read more “Three “Last of Their Kind” Businesses You Can Visit”
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!”
