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  • Future of the Outdoor State: Key Takeaways from the 2024 Michigan Outdoor Summit

    covering the glaciology of the Great Lakes region . Scratch that - a lake-effect blizzard of recreational snow is truly headed our way, where the attention One where we transitioned away from the comparison game of "Great Lakes vs. parks, 5,292 miles of hiking trails, 9,345 miles of mountain-bike trails , 3,288 miles of pure Great Lakes We'd like to close out this article with a special thank you to Land of Outsiders , Heart of the Lakes

  • Guide to Conquering Detroit's Black Diamond Hiking Trails

    The Murray Lake rustic campground is immediately accessible to the Murray Lake Trail, while the Appleton Lake rustic campground and Bishop Lake modern campground are also within close proximity. Parking Directions: From Bishop Lake Rd., turn into the side street at the “Bishop Lake Complex” sign Take the first right turn available to you to arrive at the Bishop Lake parking lot. The road dead ends at the East Graham Lake parking lot.

  • All Grit: 5 Key Outdoor Takeaways from the Detroit Lions' 2023 Season

    You want something the city can be proud of. Like this year's Detroit Lions, the outdoor community needs to cater towards our Great Lakes environment In MCDC's words, "we want something the city can be proud of." climate enriched with old growth forests, vibrant rivers, panoramic trails, running rapids, and great lakes Most importantly, we have a hard-nosed population - inclusive of every demographic - that's fiercely proud

  • Top Ten Outdoor Events near Detroit throughout December 2024

    The Expedition Detroit  team is proud to represent the Michigan DNR's largest commercial provider  of Anything from an overnight at Green Lake's iconic yurt , a rustic cabin at Island Lake Recreation Area Seize the Day on a Winter Solstice Hike December 21st   | Lake Erie Metropark | 10 a.m. and 2 p.m This solstice, our friends at Lake Erie Metropark invite you to seize the fleeting daylight on their The hike will conclude at the Lake Erie Marshlands Museum.

  • The Ultimate Michigan Hunting Cheatsheet - Fall 2024 Edition

    There is a late antlerless firearm season open on private lands only from December 16th, 2024 - January NEW: There is an extended late antlerless season within Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne Car accidents involving deer have risen 6.6% since 2012, making Michigan the second leading state in M ilder winters across the Great Lakes region have allowed more deer to survive and reproduce in the Michigan needs hunters more now than ever in its history, and we at Expedition Detroit are proud to advocate

  • #TrailTuesday: Exploring Bald Mountain's Rugged Blue, White and Orange Loops

    This edition explores the glistening lakes, vast marshes, and wooded ridge lines of Bald Mountain State "Perfect," I said audibly at the empty East Graham Lake trailhead. of land, formerly owned by Chrylser, were added to the recreation area, providing access to Tommy’s Lake Don't miss the quick offshoot below the MTB Parking Lot towards Heart Lake, which provides not only a From Heart Lake, continue in your clockwise direction through the hardwoods for another 0.5 miles.

  • The Best Fall Hikes near Detroit for Experiencing Peak Colors

    Pinckney State Recreation Area | Crooked Lake Trail Distance: 4.4 miles Elevation Gain: 324 feet Trail Consistently praised as one of the best trails in the entire state, the Crooked Lake Trail specializes in picturesque views of fall colors around Crooked and Pickerel Lakes. Speaking personally rather than strictly on behalf of Expedition Detroit, the Crooked Lake Trail is my Seven Lakes State Park | Seven Lakes Loop Distance: 4.1 miles Elevation Gain: 177 feet Trail Rating:

  • Top Ten Outdoor Events near Detroit remaining in October 2024

    With an adventure-packed month like October that's already flying by, the sheer scope of the wealth of Join a Guided Hike under the Full Hunter’s Moon October 17th   |  Lake Erie Metropark   |  7 P.M. Be sure to catch a glimpse of this bright orange moon by heading over to Lake Erie Metropark  for a guided EXPERIENCE PEAK FALL COLORS WITH EXPEDITION DETROIT The Expedition Detroit team is proud to represent Do you have what it takes to be the last runner standing?

  • The Best Hiking and Cider Mill Adventures in Metro Detroit

    promise of sweet apple cider, a warm donut, and maybe even a caramel apple waiting at a cider mill will make Island Lake Yellow Trail Loop + Blake's Lyon Orchard | South Lyon, MI First on our list is a tried and true classic - Island Lake State Recreation Area's famous Yellow Loop Trail! Make your way just 4 miles down the road to Blake's Lyon Township cider mill and orchard. 9am-6pm Phone: (248) 437-0150 Address: 61475 Silver Lake Rd, South Lyon, MI 48178 2.

  • Top Ten Outdoor Events near Detroit throughout June 2024

    Celebrate the Clinton River and Lake St. For many Detroit region outdoor enthusiasts, enjoying the waves of Lake St. , community groups, and local governments across the watershed in celebrating the Clinton River and Lake to travel both back in time AND across the Metroparks' waterways in their 34 foot replica of a Great Lakes The Expedition Detroit team is proud to represent the Michigan DNR's largest commercial provider of guided

  • #TrailTuesday: West Bloomfield Woods Nature Preserve Trail

    the highland loops of the West Bloomfield Woods Nature Preserve, a forested oasis amidst the abundant lakes and behold, the closest, "yet-to-be-explored" trail just so happened to be located within a string of lakes , Upper Straits Lake, Morris Lake, and Mirror Lake. Pontiac Trail, you may have never noticed the vast acreage of forest standing just south of Mirror Lake The dramatic approach of massive Orchard Lake may be to blame, but I can't help but feel slightly robbed

  • Expedition Essentials: Ultimate Guide to Winter Camping near Detroit

    is without a doubt Pinckney State Recreation Area's Blind Lake Campground. Site 3 is Blind Lake's most desired site due to its location along a wooded rise overlooking Blind Lake Recommended Trail: Grass Lake Trail 3. Last - if you're daring enough - the frigid waters of Bishop Lake will invite you to take a cold plunge Portage Lake.

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