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What is the new future of Southeast Michigan's parks, post-COVID?
Patrick Dunn
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
Development News
New survey tracks invasive species along Clinton River Trail
David Sands
Thursday, September 30, 2021
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Can parks help lower health care costs? New efforts in Southeast Michigan say yes
Jaishree Drepaul-Bruder
Monday, September 27, 2021
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New wayfinding initiatives keep Southeast Michigan park users on the right path
Jeanne Hodesh
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
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Michigan Trails Week Challenge asks you to get outside and log your miles online
David Sands
Sunday, September 19, 2021
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New Iron Belle Trail extension will help connect Belleville with Lower Huron Metropark
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Friday, September 10, 2021
Development News
New pilot program will soon offer public transit access to Lake St. Clair Metropark
David Sands
Tuesday, August 31, 2021
Longform
Southeast Michigan's parks work to be more diverse, equitable, and inclusive for all residents
Jaishree Drepaul-Bruder
Thursday, August 26, 2021
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Here's how an army of volunteers plays a crucial role in improving Southeast Michigan parks
Jeanne Hodesh
Monday, August 23, 2021
Development News
On Hines Drive, bikes and pedestrians take over the street once a week
David Sands
Thursday, July 29, 2021
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The DNR turns 100 this year. Here's how it's shaped Southeast Michigan's natural areas.
David Sands
Thursday, July 22, 2021
Development News
New connector will link Macomb Orchard Trail with Stony Creek Metropark
David Sands
Thursday, July 22, 2021
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Trail etiquette: 8 rules to remember while exploring Michigan's great outdoors
Jeanne Hodesh
Thursday, June 24, 2021
Development News
Huron Valley Trail receives $250,000 maintenance grant, plans new connection
David Sands
Thursday, June 24, 2021
Longform
Southeast Michigan advocates pursue accessible outdoor recreation for people of all abilities
Jeanne Hodesh
Friday, June 11, 2021
Innovation News
Southeast Michigan bike and conservation groups are gearing up to celebrate National Trails Day
David Sands
Thursday, June 3, 2021
Longform
With expanding trails and engaged riders, mountain biking flourishes in Southeast Michigan
David Sands
Tuesday, May 25, 2021
Feature Story
Great Lakes Way project aims to unify greenways and water trails along Michigan's southeast coast
David Sands
Thursday, May 6, 2021
Development News
The Michigan Air Line Trail is open to the public and awaiting approval for more trail construction
David Sands
Thursday, April 29, 2021
Development News
Hines Park's new bike park is proving to be a popular attraction for Wayne County cyclists
David Sands
Friday, April 16, 2021
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This article is part of Inside Our Outdoors, a series about Southeast Michigan's connected parks, greenways, and trails and how they affect residents' quality of life. It is made possible with funding from the
Michigan Trails and Greenways Alliance
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Across Michigan
Concentrate - Ann Arbor/Ypsi
Community Development
New Washtenaw County trail fund embraced by non-motorized coalition
David Sands
Wednesday, March 24, 2021
Concentrate - Ann Arbor/Ypsi
Sustainability
Despite early spring warm-up, area mountain biking trails remain closed to protect trail integrity
David Sands
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
The Keel - Port Huron
Economic Development
Macomb and St. Clair counties are teaming up to create a coastal birding trail
David Sands
Thursday, March 11, 2021
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