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Meet Rucking: The Perfect Trail Sport for Offseason Recreation
Born out of military boot camp training, the physical and mental benefits of "Rucking" is taking the recreational community by storm!...
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Dan Cooke
- Aug 16
- 5 min
Expedition Essentials: Trail Running Shoes vs. Hiking Boots
One of the most divisive - and impactful - issues of the outdoor community, here we dive into the "Great Trail Debate" on when and why...
Dan Cooke
- Jul 10
- 6 min
Expedition Essentials: Hammock Camping Gear for Summer 2023
No tent, no problem! Here we provide our #ExpeditionEssentials on the best gear, health benefits, and opportunities in the Detroit region...
Dan Cooke
- Jun 16
- 4 min
Explore Michigan Backpacking with Chicken Tramper Ultralight Gear
In a world where ounces equal pounds - and pounds equal pain - here's why you should treat yourself for peak hiking season this summer...
Dan Cooke
- May 26
- 8 min
The Rookie's Guide to Triathlon Training in Metro Detroit
Part triathlon training guide, part misadventure story, here are the "dos" and "don'ts" of competing in one of the most challenging,...
Dan Cooke
- May 2
- 7 min
Thru-Hiking the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail, Pt. 2: Crossing the Highlands
In honor of Earth Week, we embraced the challenge of thru-hiking the Detroit's region's most rigorous backpacking route: the...
Dan Cooke
- Apr 28
- 3 min
Expedition Partner Feature: Motor City Axe
Timeless. Powerful. Hand crafted in Detroit. It is our privilege to feature Motor City Axe as our first #ExpeditionPartner! We pity...
Dan Cooke
- Apr 21
- 4 min
Michigan Turkey Hunting Cheatsheet: Guide for Spring 2023
Spring has arrived in full regalia, including its symphony of bird songs - including the coveted turkey gobble for Detroit's conservation...
Dan Cooke
- Mar 29
- 10 min
Expedition Essentials: The Ultimate Guide to Canoe Camping
The ice has melted. The birds are returning. The sun - knock on wood - is actually shining again. Kayak season has returned to Detroit,...
Dan Cooke
- Mar 3
- 4 min
Battle of the Buckets: The Best Ski Helmets of Winter 2023
There's nothing like an early March snowstorm to remind Detroit that ski season isn't over! If you are looking to hit the slopes for the...
Dan Cooke
- Jan 28
- 7 min
Winter Trails: Snowshoeing vs. Cross-Country Skiing vs. Snow Hiking
Just when any dreams of deep powder days had diminished to a fool's hope, January has delivered with over a foot of snow over the last...
Dan Cooke
- Dec 28, 2022
- 10 min
Expedition Essentials: 5 Basic Skills for Winter Survival
In recognition of this winter's inaugural snow storm, this edition of our #ExpeditionEssentials Series focuses on five essential survival...
Dan Cooke
- Dec 10, 2022
- 9 min
Embrace the Dark Pt. II: Essential Night Gear for Nocturnal Explorers
Sunset marks the starting gate for a whole new genre of adventure, although with one major caveat: it's dark outside. Have no fear,...
Dan Cooke
- Nov 29, 2022
- 6 min
Trail Town Spotlight: The Outdoor Guide to Northville, Michigan
The second installation of our #TrailTownSpotlight series, we're highlighting the best features of Northville, Michigan for every...
Dan Cooke
- Nov 22, 2022
- 4 min
Introducing #EmbraceTheDark: A New Series on Exploring at Night
In honor of the upcoming darkest month of the year surrounding the Winter Solstice, we are launching a new series focusing on the Detroit...
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