Michigan Outdoors

Growing up in small-town Michigan means your classmate’s dad is the auto exec, the neighbor’s house is always “in process,” and the diner table is a news hub. It’s universal, yet uniquely Mitten State.

Michigan’s spongy moth infestations keep returning, shredding oaks and aspens while dropping frass across backyards statewide.

Michigan hunters can legally take certain species year-round—no “opening day” required—under rules that balance wildlife management with property protection.

Bassmaster ranks Lake St. Clair #10 in 2025’s best bass lakes. Michigan claimed a quarter of the Northeast Top 25—and don’t forget those hush-hush honey holes.

Before hitting Michigan’s trails, learn about these seven plants that can cause painful rashes or worse.

Every April, the lines blur between chaos and fun in Michigan's waters—discover the thrill of smelt dipping and its unique local charm.

These inland Michigan lake names range from weird, creepy to scary.

In 2008 they decided to reduce the deer population in the Jackson area. Mission accomplished I suppose.

Nothing fishy going on here!

Michigan announced its first 'glamping' campground this week, which made camping purists like me howl in despair. So I've paired a story about Michigan's newest camping phenomenon with a story about one of Michigan's oldest (sort of).

Looking for some summer adventure? Why not take a hike around beautiful North Manitou Island in Lake Michigan -- part of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Here's a quick time lapse tour of the island, courtesy of some guys who hiked it last summer.