Critters of Michigan is the kids’ wildlife pocket guide that’s informative, concise, and easy to use. Written by wildlife biologist and debut author Alex Troutman, this handy book presents 63 critters from the Land of 10,000 Lakes. If an animal is in this book, it’s...
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Get Garden Bugs & Insects of the Midwest by Jaret C. Daniels, and learn how to identify and attract (or repel!) them. With brightly colored flowers, rich soil, and delicious nectar, the garden landscape is a bug’s paradise. The garden not only attracts the creatures...
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The Upper Midwest is a wonderful place to start rock collecting, as the region is home to a variety of collectible and valuable specimens of rocks and minerals. From Lake Superior Agates to Petoskey Stone to geodes and fossils, the area’s offerings provide a challenge...
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Peaceful, relaxing, and inspiring―birding can yield a lifetime of satisfaction. For some, the simple observation of birds is enough to fill them with joy. Others prefer to make it more interactive, striving to see a variety of species and learning to identify them. If you’re...
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In her book, Michigan Day Trips by Theme, Michigander Kathryn Houghton leads you to the fun, the fascinating, and the downright unusual. Her book is packed with more than 300 of the Great Lakes State’s top spots for entertainment and enjoyment. Discover the state’s unique attractions: beaches, dunes, islands,...
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Have you ever asked, “What should we do today?” If so, then you need Michigan Day Trips by Theme. This comprehensive book by native Michigander Kathryn Houghton leads you to the fun, the fascinating, and the downright unusual. It’s packed with more than 300 of the...
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The presence of birds, bees, and butterflies suggests a healthy, eco-friendly place. These most welcome guests also bring joy to those who appreciate watching them. Now, you can turn your yard into a perfect habitat that attracts these creatures and, more importantly, helps them thrive....
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In his field guide Trees of Michigan, Stan Tekiela describes all 105 species found in the state. Fact-filled information contains the particulars that you want to know, while full-page photographs provide the visual detail needed for accurate identification. Plus, Stan’s naturalist notes feature fascinating tidbits and...
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In today’s post, Stan Tekiela, author of the Birds of Michigan field guide, tells us where to sight birds in the Great Lakes State. Millions of people in Michigan have discovered the joy of bird-feeding. Setting out feeders is a simple and fun way to bring birds...
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Kathryn Houghton, author of Little Michigan, takes us on a tour of the village of Fife Lake, a town of less than 600 habitants that’s growing once more. Fife Lake can trace its history as a settlement back to the mid-1800s when a team of surveyors...
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