Paddling season is here in the Great Lakes region! One of my favorite summer paddles in southeastern Wisconsin is Lulu Lake. Located in Walworth County, Lulu Lake State Natural Area was designated a State natural area in 1977. The Lulu Lake State Natural Area is jointly managed by the Nature Conservancy and Wisconsin Department of…
Wisconsin is home to serene, rolling hills, remnant prairies, sparkling lakes, cathedral pines, and rugged terrain. Sculpted in part by the receding glaciers of the last Ice Age, the state is home to diverse and unique landscapes. Wisconsin is home to several picturesque rail trails constructed from abandoned railroad corridors. One of my favorite rail…
Do you love to comb the beach in search of unique treasures? Are you looking for great beaches along the southern Lake Michigan shore for the best finds? From marbles to pottery, unique rocks, fossils, and other treasures, the southern Lake Michigan shore is home to beautiful beaches full of unique finds. In this post I’ll…
Marquette Michigan, located on the southern shore of Lake Superior, is the largest city in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Home to 20,000+ residents, the city is historically known for the shipping of iron ore through the Marquette Iron Range. Large vessels regularly pass through the ports of Marquette. This historic city on Lake Superior’s…
Who doesn’t LOVE SPRING? As the winter transitions to spring, new life emerges. Birds begin to nest, trees and shrubs begin to bud, and my personal favorite – native spring wildflowers begin to emerge. Spring ephemerals emerge in early spring before the leaf canopy has filled out, here for us to enjoy only for a…
Looking for a great winter hike along a scenic trail filled with diverse landscapes?The Ice Age National Scenic Trail is one of only 11 National scenic trails in the United States. This trail encompasses over 1000 miles and 28 counties in the state of Wisconsin. You will be fascinated by the geology of the Ice…
