Inside our Outdoors

Longform The North Branch of the Clinton River at Wolcott Mill Metropark.

What is the new future of Southeast Michigan's parks, post-COVID?

Patrick DunnTuesday, October 19, 2021
Longform A runner at Lake St. Clair Metropark.

Can parks help lower health care costs? New efforts in Southeast Michigan say yes

Jaishree Drepaul-BruderMonday, September 27, 2021
Development News The Michigan Trails Week Challenge wants participants to log their miles online.

Michigan Trails Week Challenge asks you to get outside and log your miles online

David SandsSunday, September 19, 2021
Development News Image promoting the Metropark Express transit service at Lake St. Clair Metropark.

New pilot program will soon offer public transit access to Lake St. Clair Metropark

David SandsTuesday, August 31, 2021
Longform Friends of the St. Clair River volunteers Barb Ford (left) and Chris Danner remove nightshade along the Blue Water River Walk in Port Huron.

Here's how an army of volunteers plays a crucial role in improving Southeast Michigan parks

Jeanne HodeshMonday, August 23, 2021
Longform Mount Magna at Holly Oaks ORV Park in Holly.

The DNR turns 100 this year. Here's how it's shaped Southeast Michigan's natural areas.

David SandsThursday, July 22, 2021
Longform A hiker at Independence Oaks in Clarkston.

Trail etiquette: 8 rules to remember while exploring Michigan's great outdoors

Jeanne HodeshThursday, June 24, 2021
Longform PEAC students Conor Waterman, Amanda Salinas, Owen Conley, Shawn Kohsmann, PEAC founder John Waterman, and PEAC student Tiara Sims on MoGo adaptive cycles on the Detroit Riverfront.

Southeast Michigan advocates pursue accessible outdoor recreation for people of all abilities

Jeanne HodeshFriday, June 11, 2021
Longform From left, Tyler and Adam Pokowski, Steve Vigneau, and Wade Robbins ride the Shelden Trails at Stony Creek Metropark.

With expanding trails and engaged riders, mountain biking flourishes in Southeast Michigan

David SandsTuesday, May 25, 2021
Development News Rendering of proposed downtown Wixom trail segment.

The Michigan Air Line Trail is open to the public and awaiting approval for more trail construction

David SandsThursday, April 29, 2021
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This article is part of Inside Our Outdoors, a series about Southeast Michigan's connected parks, greenways, and trails and how they affect residents' quality of life. It is made possible with funding from the Michigan Trails and Greenways Alliance.
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