View in Browser 27 spots for snowshoeing in Michigan state parks this winter Take in a long, cold breath of fresh pine air. The deep snow has blanketed the world quiet and you are finally at peace. Snowshoeing can be a zen experience. And the endorphins released could be the elevation you need. SO many Michigan state parks have trails for you. We've gathered a huge guide with everything you need. THE WOODS AWAIT YOU HERE God's country getting an upgrade Along a rare, undeveloped stretch of the scenic Torch River, something amazing is happening. A Northern Michigan land conservancy plans to open a new public nature preserve. Mature hardwood forest and hemlock groves, cold seeps that originate from its slopes, and a prominent ridge that contributes to the land’s scenic character...amazing. HERE'S HOW THIS HAPPENED! Free Sleeping Bear Dunes? Free Isle Royale? Yes, please! Entrance to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Isle Royale National Park will be free for all visitors on six dates in 2021, thanks to the National Park Service’s annual fee-free days program. If money has kept you from seeing these rare beauties, this is your chance! DATES A U.P vacation in the winter? You betcha! It’s hard to beat Marquette’s outdoor adventure possibilities any time of year, but especially in winter. As one of the nation’s snowiest cities east of the Rocky Mountains, Marquette is a great place to fall in love with all the classic winter activities — skiing, snowshoeing, winter hiking — while also being wowed by some of the more unique ones, like luging, dog sledding, and even winter surfing. HOW TO WINTER IN MARQUETTE UP NORTH MACKINAC ISLAND MICHIGAN'S BEST LIFE & CULTURE EVEN MORE LOVABLE MICHIGAN For those who love Michigan, positive stories about our state's most beautiful, breathtaking and delicious MORE AWAITS HERE MLIVE MEDIA GROUP 169 Monroe Ave NW #100, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 CONTACT | UNSUBSCRIBE |