A new elevator at the Pine Mountain Ski Jump would make it easier for tourists to reach the top of the jump and take in the views. But organizers need about $1 million to finish it up.
Laura Herberg
Laura Herberg covers outdoor recreation, wildlife and the natural environment for Bridge Michigan as the Outdoors Life reporter on the environmental team. She came to Bridge from Outlier Media and built her career at WDET, where she produced talk shows, anchored the news and hosted podcasts. Named the Michigan Associated Press Best Reporter for Radio Broadcasting four times, Laura holds a master's degree in urban planning from Wayne State University.
A Pacific Northwest native who has also lived in West Virginia and Scotland, Laura has called Detroit home since 2010.
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Animal rights group sues Michigan over coyote killing seasons
Humane World for Animals says the Michigan Natural Resources Commission’s vote to allow year-round coyote killing is not based on science.
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Snowmobile race coming to the Soo. Meet the Michigan ‘troll’ in charge
Ric Federau is the longest serving chair of the International 500 snowmobile race in Sault Ste. Marie, but he’s from south of the Mackinac Bridge.
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Michigan sees record cougar reports in 2025
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources confirmed 31 cougar observations in 2025 and the number is expected to go up. That doesn’t necessarily mean there are more cougars in the state, but at least one family is established here.
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Armadillos in Michigan? Officials aren’t sure but mull killing season
In a recent meeting, state wildlife regulators said armadillos are in Michigan, but some officials say they don’t think the animals are established here — yet.
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Michigan approves electronic kill tags for hunters. How will they work?
Michigan’s Natural Resources Commission voted Wednesday to give hunters the option to use electronic kill tags. Here’s what you need to know.
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It just got easier to kill coyotes in Michigan year-round
A new coyote “management season” extends the time coyotes can be killed in Michigan to the entire calendar year.
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A wintry winter is boosting cold-weather recreation in Michigan
Heavy snow and cool temperatures across the state in the last few months means winter sports in Michigan are thriving, despite some warm spells.
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Michigan state park camping reservations going fast for Memorial Day weekend
Campsites at some Michigan state parks and recreation areas are nearly full for Memorial Day Weekend, but there are still plenty of others with availability.
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12 Michigan outdoor experiences to try in 2026
From icy plunges to elk bugles, Michigan has a year’s worth of outdoor adventures waiting for you. Read on for 12 ways to get outside and make the most of every season.