Recreation
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Binge-watch the 11 best movies set in Michigan
From thrillers to romantic dramas to action flicks, here are some of the best movies set in Michigan to enjoy on your next movie night!
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Great Lakes’ $7 billion fishing industry may get a reprieve from the great carp invasion after all
A stalemate between President Donald Trump and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker that threatened a $1.2 billion plan to keep invasive carp from reaching the Great Lakes appears to have been settled.
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Michigan hunters are feeding their communities by donating thousands of pounds of meat to local food banks
These food drives didn’t just help feed local Michiganders—they also helped control the state’s deer population.
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These 12 Michigan counties are getting funds to spruce up parks, playscapes
The state Department of Natural Resources (DNR) this week announced 15 federally funded parks projects that are set to bolster outdoor recreation across Michigan.
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6 must-know stoner etiquette tips every Michigander needs to master
Whether you’re a seasoned toker or still new to the cannabis game, mastering stoner etiquette is absolutely essential to keeping the vibes positive and the rotation smooth.
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Volunteers needed to mentor youth at UP State Fair in Escanaba
This year, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) needs help staffing their Pocket Park during the August 12-18 UP State Fair in Escanaba.
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Livingston County volunteer honored as Hunter Education Instructor of the Year
After receiving nominations from fellow volunteer hunter education instructors, Stuart Kenewell of Gregory has been honored as the recipient of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) 2023 Hunter Education Instructor of the Year.
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Got a business idea for Michigan’s great outdoors? State funding is up for grabs.
Millions of dollars in state funding is available for new companies that are focused on getting more Michiganders outside of their homes—and into the great outdoors.
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The 3 best burritos in Grand Rapids, according to readers
From classic flavors to innovative twists, grab your fork and get ready to dig in as we explore your top picks for the best burrito in Grand Rapids in 2024.
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Foraging tips to help Michiganders find true morel mushrooms
While May is Michigan’s “Morel Month,” the actual fruiting period begins in late April and goes until mid-June. Before heading out to hunt, it’s important to know how to identify any wild mushroom before eating it.

























