Ghost stories and campfires are as inextricably linked in the American imagination as any summer activity could be. Some campgrounds in Michigan take this love of the outdoors and the spooky one step further, offering murder mystery camping....
Young swimmers looking for a place to improve their performance or just meet friends who also enjoy being in the pool can attend one of Michigan's swimming camps. The state's college campuses are host sites for a number of camps and clinics that...
Pole vaulting requires generalized skills of speed, coordination and power. Camps that provide this broad base of training provide the foundation needed to expand skill and experience. Most pole vaulting camps in Michigan take advantage of the...
Golf is one of the most popular sports among teenagers, as evidenced by the more than 227,000 boys and girls nationwide who played the sport in 2009-10, according to the National Federation of State High School Associations. Golf academies operate...
Michigan is home to the Great Lakes, as well as plenty other outdoor wonders, from the Sunrise Coast to quaint small towns with adjoining campgrounds. With plenty of hiking trails and places to experience water sports while you rough it in the...
Michigan is surrounded by the Great Lakes, and is a place most ideal for fishing enthusiasts. According to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the state is home to more than 146 types of fish species that range from tiny minnows to giant...
Otsego is known for being one of the most family- and biker-friendly towns in Michigan. Motorcycle camping is available at city, county and state-owned facilities throughout Otsego County. Campgrounds offer outdoor enthusiasts year-round...
The KOA campground in Oscoda, Michigan, attracts vacationers who enjoy outdoor recreation. Oscoda is on Michigan's east coast along Lake Huron. Visitors to the area seek out canoeing, kayaking, swimming, boating, fishing and hiking and biking at...
Michigan's nickname, "The Great Lakes State," comes from its proximity to four of the five Great Lakes. This jewel of the Midwest is second only to Alaska, with more than 3,000 miles of coastline. Numerous opportunities are available for camping...
If your child is having behavioral problems, needs to lose weight or needs discipline in his life, then boot camp may be the right choice. Luckily, there are plenty of options available for you in Michigan. Boot camps provide kids with rigorous...
Many teens suffer from obesity and weight issues; however, fighting the battle of the bulge can be a difficult thing to do on your own. Weight-loss camps can assist you on your weight-loss journey while teaching you the proper tools needed to lose...
Considering a camping or fishing trip to the Midwest? Wondering what areas would offer variety and affordability? With the beautiful parks and lakes located in Indiana and Michigan, there is no need to look anywhere else for your outdoor...
Campers who eschew the luxuries of an RV can take comfort in Michigan's many choices that cater to tent campers. Most Michigan campsites offer tent and RV camping, but there are dozens of state and national parks that focus on tent camping,...
Camping is a great way to experience the outdoors, but not everyone is up to truly roughing it. Most Michigan State Parks provide showers and bathrooms, as will some other government owned campsites and numerous private campgrounds in the state....
Michigan is known as the Great Lakes State because of its contact with four of the five Great Lakes and over 3,000 miles of shoreline, more than any other state except Alaska. There are hundreds of miles of sand dunes located along Michigan's...
Weight-loss camps, sometimes called "fat camps," are a place for people to go when they want to learn to lose weight while also making new friends and learning the skills needed to manage their weight. Some weight-loss camps are specifically for...
Michigan's vast wilderness makes it an ideal location to find campgrounds, especially in the many state parks and other wild areas. There is a fair amount of disparity between the two peninsulas that make up the state of Michigan, with the lower...
Although Brooklyn is often associated with New York, Brooklyn is also a small, quaint town located in the center of the Irish Hills of Michigan. A scenic treasure, Brooklyn, Michigan, also is home to many nearby lakes and rivers, making it an...
Michigan has 3,000 miles of coastline and almost four millions acres of land that's managed by the Department of Natural Resources. Lighthouses, historical sites, cultural activities, casinos and amusement parks draw thousands of visitors to the...
If you are camping in Michigan, chances are your tent will be within view of a body of water. Michigan is known as the Great Lakes State because it is surrounded by the largest fresh water lakes in the world. Campgrounds also are located on rivers...
Southeast Michigan offers diverse choices for camping. While the city of Detroit is located in this quarter of the state, there is no lack for wide open spaces and outdoor recreation. The lower peninsula's largest state park is in this part of the...
Monroe, Michigan, is a fast becoming a tourist destination for people seeking an outdoor experience in an historic setting. The River Raisin Battlefield is located in Monroe and was scene of the bloodiest battles of the War of 1812. Pure Michigan,...
Most of Michigan's dunes are found on the western coast of the Lower Peninsula, along the Lake Michigan shoreline. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Energy (MDNRE) maintains several state parks with campgrounds along this coast and...
Michigan is a land of natural resources and attractions, from the Great Lakes to the wooded areas. Camping in Michigan allows you to enjoy these natural resources and healthy outdoor recreation, but finding a campsite under $25 can be challenging....
Michigan is a state known for, among other things, the quality of its fishing. If you are looking for a healthy outdoor excursion anywhere in the state this season, consider fishing in one of Michigan's many campgrounds. Whether you camp in a tent...
The U.S. Forest Service provides for camping in three national forests in Michigan, while the National Park Service runs campgrounds in one national park and along two national lake shores in the state. Some sites provide modern facilities, but...
Camping is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, but food preparation for your camping trip requires careful advance planning. Make sure that cold food remains cold to avoid food-borne illnesses that can put an early and unpleasant end to your...
Visioning Lake Michigan is automatic when talking about camping in Michigan. Southwestern Michigan caps that vision with its chain of beach-based campgrounds in the white sands of the lakeside dunes. Inland trails connect the lake shore to rivers,...
With its majestic forests and access to four of the Great Lakes, Michigan is a prime destination for those interested in healthy and active traveling, especially those interested in camping. Home to some of the best campgrounds in the country,...
