Discover the best day trips from Detroit
There's no shortage of day trip opportunities in Michigan.
Jun
2024
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OUTDOORS
Jun
2024
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Conservation advocates push for renewable energy to help preserve Michigan wetlands
Renewable energy policies and funding can help Michigan preserve wetlands and reduce flooding, according to speakers at Audubon’s Great Lakes Advocacy Day.
Jun
2024
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7 waterfalls in Michigan you can actually swim in
Of the more than 300 waterfalls in Michigan, these are the best for swimming.
Jun
2024
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Michigan marvels: 26 must-see natural wonders in the Mitten
From historic rock formations to towering mountains and cascading waterfalls, Michigan has numerous natural wonders.
May
2024
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5 of Michigan’s cleanest lakes and most pristine beaches to visit
There's nothing like spending a day on Michigan's shores.
May
2024
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6 things to know: Stabenow unveils plan for ‘Rural Prosperity’ in new Farm Bill framework
A massive package of federal legislation making its way through Congress aims to put the US Farm Bill on the fast track to being signed before the end of the year.
May
2024
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State agencies advise decontamination with discovery of ‘rock snot’ cells in the Au Sable River
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is urging anglers and paddlers to decontaminate their wader, watercraft and gear after didymo cells were detected in algae samples taken from the Au Sable River.
Apr
2024
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What’s your favorite budget-friendly vacation spot in Michigan?
Whether you prefer adventures in nature or all-inclusive family getaways, let us know which destination is the best affordable vacation in Michigan.
Apr
2024
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These students are protecting the ‘coral reefs’ of Michigan—and you can too
Vernal pools are a critical part of Michigan’s natural ecosystem—but they’re not protected by state regulations. Here’s how Michiganders are helping.
Apr
2024
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This Earth Day, stop and smell these 5 flowers native to Michigan
Ah, spring in the Mitten. After a long wolverine winter, everyone is happy to enjoy warmer weather and later sunsets, and are maybe even starting to think about the beginning of the Oberon season. But for gardeners, hikers, and other nature lovers across the state,...
