Trails and Greenways

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$5M grant for tree planting in GR can help ‘correct a historic injustice’

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 18, 2024

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DNR fund drive helps make state nation’s leader in accessible track chairs

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 15, 2024

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‘It really opened up my world’: Users welcome health benefits of accessible trails

Shandra MartinezTuesday, December 5, 2023

Two GRIT wheelchair users pose at a local park.

All-terrain wheelchair loan program opens outdoors to more users

Paul R. KopenkoskeyTuesday, November 14, 2023

The Bebot drone will pick up trash from Muskegon beaches as part of a project funded by a $1 million Meijer grant.

Drones set to join Lake Michigan beach cleanup crews

Kelsey SandersMonday, September 19, 2022

Spring Lake's newly opened Tanglefoot Park features a universally accessible kayak launch. (Tyra Jonas/Spring Lake Village)

Accessibility to waterways becoming a priority in state and local parks

Shandra MartinezWednesday, July 6, 2022

Many Michigan state parks adding off-road, electronic track chairs, available at no cost to visitors.

Making Michigan's beaches accessible to everyone

Rosemary ParkerMonday, June 27, 2022

Spring Lake Village Council members and other local officials gathered Aug. 21 to officially launch the construction project by turning shovels during a groundbreaking ceremony at the riverfront park.

'Wonderful collaboration' transforming Spring Lake waterfront park

Shandra MartinezMonday, August 23, 2021

Hawthorn Pond Natural Area is located in Holland Township. (Photo by Mike Lozon)

What to do in November? 7 activities to enjoy along the Lakeshore

By Sally LaukitisSaturday, October 31, 2020

Looking to reconnect with nature this fall? Check out Sanctuary Woods, just minutes from downtown Holland in beautiful Allegan County.

What to do in October? 8 ways to enjoy fall along the lakeshore

By Sally LaukitisWednesday, September 30, 2020

Avid cyclist Betsy Cech on her recumbent triker with her dog, Clara, in tow.

West Michigan blessed with fabulous network of bike paths and trails

By Betsy CechThursday, September 24, 2020

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The essential role of regional land conservancies in protecting Michigan’s outdoors

By Brian AllnuttWednesday, September 23, 2020

From the top of Mount Pisgah, you can look out over Lake Macatawa and Lake Michigan. (Photo by Mike Lozon)

What to do in September? 9 fun ways to explore the Lakeshore

By Sally LaukitisMonday, August 31, 2020

Quinn and Violet Tunison walk through the sunflowers.

Sunflower field draws appreciative crowds to Olive Township farm

By Heidi Tunison Thursday, August 6, 2020

Spring Grove park is wheelchair accessible.

What to do in August? 8 ways to explore your Lakeshore backyard

By Sally LaukitisFriday, July 31, 2020

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How Michigan became a land of trails

By Patrick DunnTuesday, July 14, 2020

Rules for park visitors are always spelled out on display boards. But the coronavirus crisis necessitated the creation of additional regulations.

COVID-19 etiquette for park visits

By Mike LozonFriday, April 3, 2020

The Ottawa County Parks and Recreation Department recommends visits to parks that regularly experience lower attendance, such as Connor Bayou.

How to practice safe distancing while enjoying Ottawa County Parks

By Mike LozonFriday, April 3, 2020

A renovation is planned for Tanglefoot Park

Spring Lake park renovation to create community hub

By Shandra MartinezThursday, March 12, 2020

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Michigan to join Confluence of States bolstering outdoor recreation industry

By Courtney SouleThursday, September 19, 2019

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