Southeast Michigan bike and conservation groups are gearing up to celebrate National Trails Day
National Trails Day takes place the first Saturday in June. And these Southeast Michigan organizations want you to help them celebrate.
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With expanding trails and engaged riders, mountain biking flourishes in Southeast Michigan
Since mountain biking first caught on here about 30 years ago, infrastructure and a community of enthusiasts have sprung up to support the sport across Southeast Michigan.
Great Lakes Way project aims to unify greenways and water trails along Michigan’s southeast coast
A new effort is underway to establish a world-class land and water trail running along Michigan's lower eastern coast.
New Washtenaw County trail fund embraced by non-motorized coalition
Biking and walking advocates are thrilled about a new Washtenaw County special revenue fund that will support the long-term maintenance of non-motorized trails.
Despite early spring warm-up, area mountain biking trails remain closed to protect trail integrity
Melting snow doesn't necessarily mean early spring is a good time to go mountain biking. And trails like the DTE Energy Foundation Trail in Chelsea are taking steps to protect themselves from damage related to the spring thaw.
Washtenaw County’s expanding B2B trail now features a new trailhead and other improvements
The Border-to-Border Trail has been growing by leaps and bounds in Washtenaw County. And 2021 promises to be one of its best years yet for its expansion.
Superior Greenway forges ahead with planned improvements, despite pandemic delays
The newest portion of the greenway consists of an 80-acre area near Ford Road and Berry Road in Superior Township.
Voices of Youth: Southeast Michigan girls share joys of running and pandemic observations
For these girls, running has meant more than just a way to stay fit.
Voices of Youth: Washtenaw teens share opinions on elections and community during COVID-19
These Washtenaw County teens have a lot to say about local politics, the recent primary, and the coming presidential election.
Voices of Youth: Detroit’s Citywide Poets teens share feelings on poetry, BLM protests, and COVID-19
Teens involved with Detroit's Citywide Poets are deeply concerned about the state of the world during the COVID-19 crisis.
