Spring Thaw Pedal (Michigan)

Drip…. Drip…. Drip…. I am in my office, tapping keys to the rhythm of the snowmelt dripping off the roof and soaking into the saturated ground. The birds are back, too, even Mr. and Mrs...

Detroit: Henry Ford Museum

I started listening to an audiobook written by Arthur Hailey “Wheels". I love this author and read almost all of his books. He always has the ability to develop an entertaining plot, precisely...

Michigan - The Great Beer and Bike State

Trail usage is on the rise for runners, hikers, and bikers of all levels… especially the mountain bike niche. Dirt shredders and their two-wheeled creatures have come out of their homes from the...

Backpacking the Manistee River Trail

It was the first time in three years that we did not have severe weather to contend with on the annual nieces and nephews’ backpacking adventure. There were, however, plenty of other happenings...

7 of the Most Underrated Hikes in the Canadian Rockies

When it comes to choosing a hike in the Canadian Rockies, everyone has an opinion on where you should go. Some trails are so well-travelled, everyone who owns a pair of hiking boots seems to have a...

Vancouver Hikes and Trails

British Columbia sees a part of the famous Rocky Mountains chain crossing its province. As a result, mountains surround the Vancouver area. While I was living in the wonderful Canadian city, I had...