Archive - Nature

Video: What You Should Know About Invasive Phragmites

Video: What You Should Know About Invasive Phragmites

Phragmites is an invasive plant that has the power to change Michigan's coastline forever. Find out why you should educate yourself on identifying this invasive species and what you can do about it.

Fish from a Kayak

Fish from a Kayak

Where to fish from your kayak in the Traverse City region, plus expert tips

Traverse City Loves Bill McKibben

Traverse City Loves Bill McKibben

Climate change warrior comes to Traverse City.

Keeping It Country

Keeping It Country

Can crops co-exist with homes?

The Mighty Mink Frog

The Mighty Mink Frog

Turn on your flashlight and go find one of summer's shyest creatures.

Geocachers: GPS Shopping

Geocachers: GPS Shopping

GPS recommendations from Up North guys in-the-know.

Winging it: Sandhill Crane

Winging it: Sandhill Crane

Look for skyward for these large and beautiful harbingers of spring.

Skunk Shampoo

Skunk Shampoo

Recipe for Skunk Shampoo.

Ice by Any Other Name

Ice by Any Other Name

The crew of the mighty Icebreaker Mackinaw came up with names for the kinds of ice that clattered against the hull as the ship broke its way through.

Feral Pigs Are Running Wild in Northern Michigan

Feral Pigs Are Running Wild in Northern Michigan

Feral pigs, a hybrid escaped domestic hogs and wild boars, are multiplying and running wild in the woods of Northern Michigan.

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