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Best Offbeat Lake Michigan Adventures Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 6:00AMWe live beside one of the most magnificent lakes in the world, but how many of us have truly explored our great lake? Sure, we’ve all enjoyed swimming the lake, but how many of us can say that we’ve paddleboarded, surfed, or scuba dived Lake Michigan? Here are three extreme challenges for all the lake lovers out there...
Focus on the Marquette area Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 1:48AMMARQUETTE - A recent article in The Minneapolis Star-Tribune highlighted the Marquette area as a prime Midwestern tourist destination.
Pier jumping poses potential problems Sunday, July 3, 2011 @ 6:02PMOfficials warn of underestimating lake conditions ST. JOSEPH - Eric Neinas, 16, of Niles, threw a large rubber ball off South Pier at Silver Beach County Park.
Marquette's natural appeal Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 2:18PMSurrounded by parklands, the largest city on Michigan's Upper Peninsula has transformed from industrial hub to summer hot spot.
Will Swoffer enjoyed a good game to the end Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 1:30AMJim Schultz is eagerly awaiting his next volleyball game with Will Swoffer as his teammate.
Galesburg among dozens of towns that must curb sewer overflows Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 10:24AMAs a kid, Gary Mechanic didn’t think twice about playing along the banks of the Chicago River, just a half block from his home, despite the sewage and industrial runoff that fouled the waterway when it rained. He remembers when the Fox River farther west was so polluted it was rare to see people canoeing or fishing. Today, he is paddling rivers that have undergone dramatic yet incomplete ...
River traveler to present program at The Heritage Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 4:26PMST. JOSEPH - The Heritage Museum and Cultural Center at 7 p.m. June 30 will present "Paddling Across Wisconsin and Michigan" with PBS-featured Michigan author Doc Fletcher.
Back to the Bricks rolling into Caseville Saturday Thursday, June 23, 2011 @ 6:44AMBy TRACI L. WEISENBACHTribune Staff Writer
Stand-up paddleboarding lessons mix fitness and fun under the Pinellas sun Thursday, June 16, 2011 @ 4:18PMBy Terri Bryce Reeves, Times Correspondent Thursday, June 16, 2011 Max Smedley, 7, on learning to stand-up paddleboard with his dad, Ron, above. CLEARWATER It's Dad's big day and if you want to be the most awesome of offspring, treat him to one of the hippest ideas under the Florida sun — a SUP lesson. What's SUP? It's short for stand-up paddleboards, which look like oversized surfboards but are ...
True good old boys don't break laws Monday, June 13, 2011 @ 6:05PMI know plenty of 'good old boys.' They love their families and friends and enjoy the outdoors -- hunting, fishing, kayaking, hiking, biking, canoeing and boating. These people care about their communities and their neighbors. They take their work seriously, volunteer their time to conservation and environmental projects, and volunteer through church, missionary work or just plain being a good ...
Paddlers have options with Tip of the Mitt event Sunday, June 12, 2011 @ 6:28AMWhen veteran paddler Bob Bradford embarks on a 150-mile canoeing adventure from Mackinaw City to Manistee on Friday, he won’t be alone. Far from it. The 68-year-old Lapeer man will be joined by wife Janet, 66, his frequent companion on the water. The two compete in about 10 races a year together.
Flint River Corridor Alliance hosting Boats, Bikes and Bricks Triathlon Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 1:51PMFor the second year, the Flint River Corridor Alliance is encouraging residents try their hand at a triathlon that replaces the swimming portion with canoeing or kayaking the Flint River.
OnMilwaukee.com weekend preview, June 10-12, 2011 Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 5:58AMSummer's heating up and so is Milwaukee's red-hot fest schedule. Spend your weekend on the lakefront at PrideFest or Gathering Waters Festival, or check out the Best Fest in Riverwest for a day of fun on Locust Street. Get a sneak peek at the Milwaukee Art Museum's new exclusive exhibits or get down at the Miltown Beat Down finals, then cheer on the Brewers during their Homestand Weekend and ...
Book Review - My American Unhappiness - By Dean Bakopoulos Thursday, June 9, 2011 @ 11:31PMIn this novel, a 33-year-old bureaucrat with his own problems sets out to reveal a nation of fake smiles.
Canoeists complete their maiden fundraising voyage Wednesday, June 8, 2011 @ 10:29PMSix canoeists arrive at the Peoria riverfront docks near Liberty Park on Wednesday after traveling 175 miles, from Lake Michigan down the Illinois River to Peoria, beginning June 4, in an effort to raise money for Family House, Friends of the Children of Haiti and The Salvation Army.
Keeping it clean: Grant helps St. Clair County monitor beaches Tuesday, June 7, 2011 @ 7:25AMBeaches in St. Clair County will likely be safer for swimming this summer - and will almost certainly be safer in the future - thanks to a $142,849 grant from the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.
Catching Up With: Derek Wissner of Memories Bridal & Evening Wear in downtown Kalamazoo Sunday, June 5, 2011 @ 12:51PMDerek Wissner, of Memories Bridal & Evening Wear in downtown Kalamazoo, says his passion in this industry is in creating a company that runs like a clock and makes his customers very, very happy.
Home on the Range Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 12:35PMCharles (Chuck) Connors died tragically in 2001 a single-vehicle collision, but his dream remains alive with each pull on the bow.[...]
Chicago River cleanup ordered by state Thursday, June 2, 2011 @ 9:05PMOrder says city waterways must be safe for 'primary contact' Illinois is a step closer to outlawing partially treated sewage teeming with disease-causing bacteria that churns endlessly into the Chicago River.
State pollution board orders Chicago River cleanup Thursday, June 2, 2011 @ 3:20PMThe Illinois Pollution Control Board today took the first step toward designating stretches of the Chicago River, Cal-Sag Channel and Little Calumet River safe for “primary contact,” a legal term that includes activities such as kayaking, canoeing, boating, wading and swimming.
State board orders river cleanup Thursday, June 2, 2011 @ 3:11PMFew people think waterways like the Chicago River and Cal-Sag Channel will ever become swimming attractions, but the Illinois Pollution Control Board's order would make them safer for people who ply the waters.
Keeping it clean: Grant helps St. Clair County monitor beaches Wednesday, June 1, 2011 @ 6:26AMBeaches in St. Clair County will likely be safer for swimming this summer - and will almost certainly be safer in the future - thanks to a $142,849 grant from the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.
Hackel creates new council to replace Water Quality Board Tuesday, May 31, 2011 @ 5:07AMCounty Executive Mark Hackel wasted little time creating a new panel to replace the Macomb County Water Quality Board, as he announced last week the formation of a 22-member Water Resources Advisory Council.
Second to none Tuesday, May 31, 2011 @ 2:38AMGENERAL CLINTON CANOE REGATTA ... BAINBRIDGE _ During a post-race interview, Steve Lajoie referred to Andy Triebold as the best paddler in North America. Triebold reciprocated, saying Lajoie is the best guy in the back of a canoe. So it should come as no surprise that the teammates won the 49th annual General Clinton Canoe Regatta C-2 Pro Class title for the fourth straight year on a humid ...
Body of missing canoer found Sunday, May 29, 2011 @ 10:13PMThe body of a 49-year-old Clawson man was found on Sunday after he had gone missing earlier in the day while canoeing. According to Presque Isle County Central Dispatch, central dispatch received a 911 call at 11:06 a..
NEW: Ready for the River: There are plenty of options for canoeing, kayaking and tubing Chippewa River Saturday, May 28, 2011 @ 12:33PMThere are more options today than ever before for people wanting to take a trip down the Chippewa River.
Paddle this way: Dave Diget still sharing his love of canoeing and kayaking (and his boats) with kids of all ages Friday, May 27, 2011 @ 8:14AM72-year-old hoping to bolster canoe and kayak club membership before Michigan-hosted nationals.
Summertime is the time to remember boating safety Tuesday, May 24, 2011 @ 5:38PMWith the holiday weekend in sight, thousands are scrambling to get their boats in the water.
Calendar List Monday, May 23, 2011 @ 11:28PMTravel, nature and science writer Greg Breining will give a reading at Northern Michigan University at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 25 in the Marquette Room of the University Center. Admission is free.
26 DESTINATIONS: Getaways don't have to be far away Sunday, May 22, 2011 @ 5:07AMWe're all still a little shell-shocked from paying nearly $4.30 a gallon for gasoline, but prices are drifting down slowly and the urge to get back on the road is starting.
175-mile canoe journey will benefit area charities Saturday, May 21, 2011 @ 11:36PMOn June 4, Steve Hammond and a few friends are taking four days and canoeing from Lake Michigan to Peoria to help raise money for three locally based organizations. They are hoping this will become an annual event, allowing them to choose a different charitable organization each year. This year they chose FOTCOH (Friends of the Children of Haiti ), Family House and The Salvation Army.
Canoeist looks for rivers, towns and taverns Wednesday, May 18, 2011 @ 5:38PMThe author of three books on canoeing took on the Flint River today.
Chicago River Makes ‘Most Endangered Waterways’ List Tuesday, May 17, 2011 @ 7:21AMCHICAGO (CBS/WBBM) — The Chicago River is being declared one of the nation's most endangered waterways. As CBS 2's Kris Habermehl and WBBM Newsradio 780's Bob Conway report, the conservation group American Rivers has placed the Chicago River system on …
OUTDOORSMAN'S JOURNAL: Canoe fishing offers a unique challenge Thursday, May 12, 2011 @ 12:06PMHello, friends. When I was in sixth grade I bought a very used 12-foot canoe for $100. When I was 26, I tried canoeing up the Mississippi River. I put 980 miles behind me on that adventure and learned
Summer camps Wednesday, May 11, 2011 @ 7:47PMCamp Blue Sky is accepting applications for summer 2011. Camp Blue Sky is located on the grounds of YMCA Camp Ohiyesa, 7300 Hickory Ridge Road, Holly. Camp Blue Sky provides the full spectrum of recreational camp activities for those with special needs ages 8 to adult. Under the direct care of qualified and experienced adult professionals, kids enjoy authentic summer camp — horseback riding ...
Make taxes fair Wednesday, May 11, 2011 @ 2:18PMSo, Lansing will have fewer police and fire protection because the voters did not see fit to have their property taxes raised.
Summer camps Wednesday, May 4, 2011 @ 7:57PMCamp Blue Sky is accepting applications for summer 2011. Camp Blue Sky is located on the grounds of YMCA Camp Ohiyesa, 7300 Hickory Ridge Road, Holly. Camp Blue Sky provides the full spectrum of recreational camp activities for those with special needs ages 8 to adult. Under the direct care of qualified and experienced adult professionals, kids enjoy authentic summer camp — horseback riding ...
Volunteer opportunities Wednesday, May 4, 2011 @ 7:57PMThe Friends of the Commerce Township Community Library are seeking volunteers to help with the next used book sale. The dates are May 6-7 for set-up, May 11-14 for the sale and May 16 for clean-up. Email friends@commercelibrary.info or call Pat Hillebrand at 248-202-3803.
Sister will pay respects to brother Monday, May 2, 2011 @ 8:53PMReta Hallett saw her big brother off when he left the nest and set out on his own three decades ago, but she never really got the chance to say goodbye. Duane Guertson, originally from Vancouver, had been living in Sault Ste.[...]
30 years after brother's drowning on the Goulais River, woman searches for closure Sunday, May 1, 2011 @ 8:06AMReta Hallett saw her big brother off when he left the nest and set out on his own three decades ago, but she never really got the chance to goodbye. Duane Guertson, originally from Vancouver, had been living in Sault Ste.[...]
UM to hold inauguration for President Engstrom on Monday Saturday, April 30, 2011 @ 8:00PMThe University of Montana will host inauguration ceremonies for its 17th president, Royce Engstrom, on Monday. The theme is "Building a University for a Global Century."
Duo with Flint ties to canoe Mississippi River, raise money for fisherman affected by Gulf oil spill Saturday, April 30, 2011 @ 1:07PMAlex Poe, 22, and Cliff Walls, 23, a MSU senior, plan to canoe the length of the Mississippi this month to raise money for a charity that helps fishermen affected by the Gulf oil spill.
Hugh Heward Challenge: 50 miles by canoe to Portland Thursday, April 28, 2011 @ 10:05PMRecreating history for the 12th year in a row, more than 150 paddlers are expected to traverse 50 miles of the Grand River Saturday.
Volunteer opportunities Wednesday, April 27, 2011 @ 7:46PMThe Friends of the Commerce Township Community Library are seeking volunteers to help with the next used book sale. The dates are May 6-7 for setup, May 11-14 for the sale and May 16 for clean-up. Email friends@commercelibrary.info or call Pat Hillebrand at 248-202-3803.
MARSHALL -- Susan Collins ignored the hustle of valets rushing out to cars and the hum of... Friday, April 22, 2011 @ 5:54AMA sunny day and high water levels made for excellent conditions for canoeing as Steven Yuill and... - 12:50 am
Lakeview sweeps Spartan track invitational Friday, April 22, 2011 @ 4:06AMIt was a Spartan sweep on Thursday as Lakeview hosted the Bill Dolezal Spartan Invitational.
High flyin' Wings now get to rest Friday, April 22, 2011 @ 4:06AMROMULUS -- The Detroit Red Wings swept a series during the 2008 playoffs and they ended up hoisting the Stanley Cup. They did it again the next year and fell one win short of repeating.
Bombers re-sign All-Star pitcher Friday, April 22, 2011 @ 4:06AMThe Battle Creek Bombers announced on Thursday that it has resigned pitcher Joe Battistelli for the 2011 Northwoods League season.
BCC hopes Alumni Meet boosts program Friday, April 22, 2011 @ 4:06AMOnce upon a time, the Battle Creek Central High School swimming program was both feared and respected throughout the state of Michigan.
Athletes of the week Friday, April 22, 2011 @ 4:06AMGirls' Track and Field Cavinder was one of many Spartans to claim a city title at the recent All-City Track and Field Meet, but it was how she did it that is so impressive. Cavinder broke the Lakeview school-record in the shot put with a throw of 39-feet, 3-inches. Her efforts helped the Spartans claim the All-City title.