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Bike Race in a Copper Mine? Must be the U.P.
Edward Vielmetti tipped us off to the Miner's Revenge bicycle race in Greenland (near Ontonagon) which takes place July 11 & 12 and includes free on-site camping for racers and a bonfire the night before.

Camping at the Sleeping Bear Dunes
A comprehensive guide to camping options at the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore on Lake Michigan. Pack up your backpack or trailer and check it out!

Michigan Morel Hunting Season
It's springtime once again in Michigan, and not only have daffodils broken through, confirmations of morel mushrooms are arriving daily. For a few short weeks, folks flock to the woods in search of this elusive, edible mushroom. Read on for morel hunting tips, Michigan morel events and a recipe!

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St. Johns, Michigan Bicycle Band by Seeking Michigan.

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League of Michigan Bicyclists
We are making Michigan a bicycle friendly state with programs and projects and coordination between government, clubs and bikers. Visit for race calendar, bike tours and biking news.

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League of Michigan Bicyclists
We are making Michigan a bicycle friendly state with programs and projects and coordination between government, clubs and bikers. Visit for race calendar, bike tours and biking news. (Lansing, Ingham County)
Michigan Mountain Biking Association
The Michigan Mountain Biking Association (MMBA) is a 501(C)(3) charitable non-profit corporation. We have over 2,500 members and nine chapters throughout Michigan. We are one of the largest affiliates of the International Mountain Bicycling Association. (Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County)
Moosejaw Mountaineering
Moosejaw opened its first outdoor specialty shop in Keego Harbor, Michigan in 1992 and now operates six retail shops, a mail order business, and an online catalog. The best selection of clothing, footwear, gear & ridiculous stories on the planet. (Madison Heights, Oakland County)
North Country Trail Association
The North Country National Scenic Trail is a footpath that stretches over 4,000 miles across seven states and links communities, forests, and prairies. The Michigan trail stretches from the southern state line to Ironwood in the UP. (Marquette, Marquette County)
Northern Michigan Geocachers
A family friendly group of geocachers from Northern Michigan. Forum, chat, and so much more. Drop on by and learn more about the newest outdoor sport/hobby... geocaching. (Traverse City, Grand Traverse County)
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
This Upper Peninsula park features sandstone cliffs, beaches, sand dunes, waterfalls, lakes, forest and more than 40 miles of Lake Superior shoreline where hiking, camping, sightseeing, and four season outdoor opportunities abound. (Munising, Alger County)
The Detroit BikeBlog
Pictures and News related to Detroit and year-round cycling in the city. (Detroit, Wayne County)
The Erie Hiker
The Erie Hiker is a blog about nature, environmental politics and outdoor activities in the Lake Erie West region. The blog includes daily links to regional outdoors-related news from 350+ rss feeds and Google maps of natural areas. (Monroe, Monroe County)
Woods & Water Ecotours
Experience authentic, natural and cultural Ecotours. Most trips are based in the Eastern Upper Peninsula of Michigan, with an emphasis on Islands. (Cedarville, Menominee County)