Michigan has more lighthouses than any other state and some offer a place to stay
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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Michigan Natural Resources Commission punts on coyote decision again
The commission hasn’t voted on the proposal to make coyote hunting year-round since first introducing the idea in March.
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Michigan Dreaming Bucket List: Your guide to hiking state's tallest peak
Reaching the top of this point in the Huron Mountains was voted #6 on the Michigan Dreaming Summer Bucket List.
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Michigan’s shortened coyote hunting season stands, judge rules
An Ingham County Circuit Court judge said the Natural Resources Commission’s decision last year to shorten the coyote hunting season was legally sound.
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Michigan’s newest campground will showcase popular Marquette cliff, 'The Rock Cut'
Kona Hills Campground is a private campground started by three local friends. It’ll give access to a popular local attraction overlooking Lake Superior.
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Michigan researchers study hawks in migration hot spot the Mackinac Straits
The Straits of Mackinac holds the 2019 record for the most red-tail hawk crossings in North America in a single season.
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Voted by you: 10 Michigan gems to add to your summer bucket list
Ever dreamed of flying a seaplane to Isle Royale or bunking in a lighthouse? These reader-recommended summer picks offer unforgettable Michigan adventures.
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Michigan OKs 'does with bows' UP hunting, punts on coyote plan
Hunters across the UP will be able to shoot antlerless deer with bows this season under rules approved by the Michigan Natural Resources Commission, which again delayed a potential vote on year-round coyote hunting.
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Cast your vote for our under-the-radar Michigan bucket list!
Bridge readers offered more than 100 Michigan summer bucket list suggestions. Now, we need you to help us make the final list.
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It's state park season in Michigan. What's closed, back open and new?
Heading to a state park soon? Some Michigan parks are still closed for ice storm repairs or renovations, while others are back open with new features. Here’s what you need to know.