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Expedition Detroit is an outdoor recreation media company focused exclusively on outdoor experiences within an hour’s drive of Downtown Detroit. PARTNER WITH Expedition Detroit works with like-minded influencers , companies , and organizations that create value for Detroit's outdoor industry . CALLING ALL DETROIT ADVENTURERS Transform your passion for social media AND the outdoors into a career with Expedition Detroit! Start earning affiliate commissions and referral discounts TODAY on our guided day trip and store product offerings . AFFILIATE PROGRAM REFER & EARN LOOKING TO REACH DETROIT'S OUTDOOR COMMUNITY? Welcome - you've arrived at the right base camp. Our innovative multi-media platform broadcasts the outdoor industry's leading products, services, and nonprofit values. We proudly feature our partners' gear, operations, and advocacy opportunities within our publications. Contact us today to learn more about our custom packages for marketing and promoting your enterprise! LET'S CONNECT OUR PARTNERS Expedition Detroit is proud to partner with leading brands in the outdoor industry. GET PAID TO PROMOTE Detroit's Outdoors Are you an outdoor enthusiast with social media marketing skills? PERFECT. YOU'RE HIRED. Earn easy commissions promoting Expedition Detroit's guided trips and store products! START EARNING TODAY

Expedition Detroit is an outdoor recreation media company focused exclusively on outdoor experiences within an hour’s drive of Downtown Detroit. PARTNER WITH The Expedition Detroit Team works alongside like-minded individuals, influencers, companies, and organizations whose operations create value for Detroit's outdoor industry. LOOKING TO REACH DETROIT'S OUTDOOR COMMUNITY? Awesome - you're at the right place. Our innovative multi-media platform broadcasts the outdoor industry's leading products, services, and nonprofit values. We proudly feature our partners' gear, operations, and advocacy opportunities within our publications. Contact us today to learn more about our custom packages for marketing and promoting your enterprise! LET'S CONNECT OUR PARTNERS Expedition Detroit is proud to partner with the following leading brands in the outdoor industry JOIN OUR AFFILIATE PROGRAM Earn commissions from promoting Expedition Detroit guided trips and store products!

Expedition Detroit is your go-to source for original content, guided outdoor adventures, and recreational gear for exploring the best outdoor opportunities within an hour's drive of Downtown Detroit. ADVENTURE STARTS HERE World-class outdoors. One hour from Downtown Detroit. CHOOSE YOUR EXPEDITION In The Woods On The Water Down The Hill On The Trail On The Hunt START YOUR ADVENTURE join us on our guided outdoor adventures Expedition Detroit proudly offers the largest variety of guided hiking , backpacking , and snowshoeing tours across all Michigan State Parks. BOOK YOUR EXPEDITION Guide to Experiencing the "Big Four" Ski Resorts near Detroit - Winter 2026 Edition WINTER SPORTS Dec 4 Top Ten Outdoor Events near Detroit - December 2025 Edition OUTDOOR EVENTS Dec 2 The "Big Five" of Urban Wildlife near Detroit WILDLIFE Nov 21 Trailblaze Detroit: An Oakland County Odyssey on the Paint Creek Trail and Clinton River Water Trail TRAILBLAZE DETROIT Nov 12 Opening Day Checklist for Michigan's 2025 Whitetail Deer Firearm Season HUNTING Nov 12 Embrace the Dark: The 10 Best Destinations for Stargazing near Detroit HIKING AND BACKPACKING Nov 4 MOST RECENT ARTICLES Direct from the field to your feed. EXPLORE MORE WORK WITH US We work with industry-leading brands and hometown retailers alike in our mission towards building a better outdoor ecosystem for Detroit. From retailers to influencers, manufacturers to advocates - if your work creates value for Detroit's outdoor community, then we want to work alongside you. our partners To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. LEARN MORE Subscribe to the Expedition Detroit Newsletter! SIGN UP Thanks for submitting - you have been added to our monthly Newsletter subscriber list. We can't wait to see you out there! the Expedition Detroit Official Store Whether you're in the field, at the gym, or on the couch, we have prepared our favorite threads for your next adventure. Essential Gym Shirt from Under ArmourⓇ Price $38.50 Add to Cart All-Black Athletic Shorts (Unisex) Price $39.99 Add to Cart Under Armour® Men's Polo Price $79.50 Add to Cart Branded Camp Hatchet by Motor City Axe Price $99.99 Add to Cart Deer Camp Hoodie Price $56.00 Add to Cart Branded Camp Axe by Motor City Axe Price $139.99 Add to Cart Crop Hoodie Price $52.00 Add to Cart Expedition Wine Tumbler Price $21.99 Add to Cart Champion Rain Jacket Price $74.95 Add to Cart Organic Ribbed Beanie Price $22.00 Add to Cart Classic Dad Hat Price $40.95 Add to Cart Women’s Cropped Windbreaker Price $54.00 Add to Cart Premium Eco Hoodie Price $62.50 Out of Stock Expedition Fanny Pack Price $32.99 Add to Cart Kids Fleece Hoodie Price $39.50 Add to Cart Quarter-Zip Athletic Sweater Price $116.95 Add to Cart SHOP FULL STORE About Expedition Detroit READ MORE The Detroit Region: a world-class outdoor destination worth exploring, celebrating, and protecting. That is the core belief of this business, and every aspect of our operations originate from it. Expedition Detroit is your go-to source for original content, guided adventures, and recreational gear for exploring the best outdoor opportunities within an hour's drive of Downtown Detroit. From well-known experiences to hidden gems, top-tier gear to time-tested survivalist tips, volunteer opportunities to recreational advocacy, our sole focus is to support, inspire, and expand Detroit's outdoor community. We can't wait to see you out there. Let's Get Social

Guided trip packages from Expedition Detroit. Guided hiking trip bundles exploring the best of Detroit's outdoors. Save money while hiking. GUIDED TRIP packages SAVE WHILE EXPLORING THE BEST OF DETROIT'S OUTDOORS Expedition Detroit's "Guided Trip Packages " go beyond curating perfect trips for every explorer. These packages provide massive savings on Detroit's top outdoor experiences. Explore on, Detroit - we can’t wait to see you out there. Family-Friendly Beginner Bundle: Trips for New Hikers $140 $ 140 +$4.99 Bundle Initiation Start your adventure into the world of hiking! These 5 family-friendly guided hikes at Belle Isle, Maybury, Proud Lake, Holly, and Highland State Parks explore the whole Detroit region. Valid for 3 months MEET YOUR OUTDOORS Guided day hiking package for new hikers of all ages Retail value of $245 Belle Isle, Maybury, Proud Lake, Holly, and Highland Parks BONUS! Bundle includes "Maybury Night Hike Safari" trip Top Rated Adventure Bundle: Detroit's Top Trails $165 $ 165 +$4.99 Bundle Initiation Explore the best adventures that the Detroit region has to offer! These 5 "fan favorite" trails at Brighton, Island Lake, Highland, and Pinckney State Parks capture the very best of Detroit hiking. Valid for 3 months START YOUR ADVENTURE Guided day hiking package selected for experienced hikers Retail value of $270 Brighton, Highland, Island Lake, and Pinckney State Parks BONUS! Bundle includes Maybury & Haven Hill Night Hikes Best Challenge Expert Bundle: Black Diamond Trails $180 $ 180 +$4.99 Bundle Initiation Looking for the ultimate challenge in Detroit's outdoors? Lace up your boots: this is the perfect bundle for you. Conquer the rigors of Pontiac Lake and Highland - PLUS all of our night hiking trips! Valid for 3 months EMBRACE THE CHALLENGE Guided day hiking package designed for advanced hikers Retail value of $290 Highland and Pontiac Lake State Recreation Areas BONUS! Includes ALL night hiking safari trips! YOUR OUTDOORS, YOUR WAY Choose your perfect EXPEDITION BUNDLE for exploring the best of Detroit's outdoors. Best Value Ultimate Flex Plan $60 $ 60 Every month +$4.99 Initiation Fee NEW! Special Expedition Detroit guided hiking package fine-tuned especially for our repeat guests. Subscribe ONCE and book TWO of ANY VARIETY of guided trips each month! Valid until canceled 7 day free trial START YOUR ADVENTURE Average savings of over 30% Includes "Featured Hikes," snowshoe treks, and night hikes One week free trial period Anytime cancellation FROM OUR GUESTS Expedition Detroit provided headlamps which really helped us feel safe in the dark. It was a great hike, we loved that we got to experience something new. island lake yellow Trail Hike Enjoyed the history and informative landmarks about the park. Dan was kind and prepared when my headlamp was not working. Maybury night hike safari I love hiking but it’s hard to explore trails alone when you don’t have enough experience, so having the option to have a guide and others with the same interest is what I’ve been looking for! brighton penosha trail hike Embarking on a night hike as a novice hiker in my 40s was initially daunting. Dan's encouragement and support were invaluable, leaving me feeling empowered and eager to explore further. Maybury night hike safarai WHY EXPLORE WITH US REFER AND EARN BOOK AN ADVENTURE

Expedition Detroit is an outdoor recreation media company focused exclusively on outdoor experiences within an hour’s drive of Downtown Detroit. Here is how the media is covering our place in Detroit's outdoors. IN THE MEDIA Detroit's world-class outdoors are making international headlines. A few media outlets have noticed our part in that story. Tune in to TRAILBLAZE DETROIT Expedition Detroit is proud to partner with Visit Detroit on a new adventure travel series focused on outdoor experiences across Metro Detroit! LEARN MORE NEWS FEATURES Fresh off the press. Visit Detroit Launches Adventure Series 105.1 The Bounce November 24, 2025 CHECK IT OUT Meeting People Where They're At The Tree Line - Heart of the Lakes April 2025 CHECK IT OUT Hit the Trails with Expedition Detroit Michigan Blue Magazine Fall 2024 Issue CHECK IT OUT It's Never Too Late to Start An Endurance Sport - Or Change it Up Fast Talk Laboratories August 22, 2024 CHECK IT OUT Guided Night Hikes Feature Update All Outdoors Update July 24, 2024 CHECK IT OUT Wild Walk: A Guided Hike with Expedition Detroit Troy City Lifestyle July 2024 Issue CHECK IT OUT The Rise of the Adventure Athlete Fast Talk Laboratories April 6, 2024 CHECK IT OUT Michigan Sees Another Year of Double-Digit Growth for Outdoor Industry Bridge Michigan November 21, 2023 CHECK IT OUT Igniting Passion and Purpose The Tree Line - Heart of the Lakes October 2023 CHECK IT OUT Let's Explore Metro Detroit The Log - Motor City Axe April 27, 2023 CHECK IT OUT PODCAST APPEARANCES We like to talk sometimes too. LET'S CONNECT

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Prepare for your next Detroit, Michigan adventure with all the best outdoor recreation gear you might need. EXPEDITION DETROIT STORE FROM THE FIELD TO THE HOMESTEAD , OUR ONLINE STORE HAS THE CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES FOR EVERY PHASE OF YOUR ADVENTURES. SHOP NOW Expedition Essentials: Hammock Camping Gear for Summer 2025 No tent, no problem! Here we provide our #ExpeditionEssentials on the best gear, health benefits, and opportunities in the Detroit region... Dan Cooke Jun 24 6 min read Expedition Essentials: Ultimate Guide to Gravel Biking Near Detroit Gravel biking is taking the recreational world by storm - especially right here in the Great Lakes region. New to gravel biking? We've... Dan Cooke Apr 21 9 min read Expedition Essentials: Ultimate Guide to Cross-Country Skiing Near Detroit Tundra Season is BACK in Detroit, unveiling unprecedented opportunities to dive into one of our region's favorite recreational pastimes:... Dan Cooke Jan 22 8 min read Trail Running Made Easy: A Beginner’s Guide to Ditching the Pavement Leave the pavement behind for running Detroit's pristine natural trails this summer! Here's your crash course into the health benefits,... Expedition Detroit Jul 9, 2024 7 min read What We're Wearing: Expedition Detroit's Top Outdoor Gear Picks for June 2024 Introducing Expedition Detroit's new #WhatWereWearing series on our favorite outdoor gear for each month! From sport-specific to everyday... Dan Cooke Jun 24, 2024 10 min read Expedition Essentials: Ultimate Guide to Winter Camping near Detroit Now that Arctic temperatures have retreated north, the Detroit region is in peak condition for winter camping expeditions ! Here is our... Dan Cooke Jan 26, 2024 11 min read 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!... Dan Cooke Oct 20, 2023 7 min read 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 Aug 16, 2023 6 min read 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 Jun 16, 2023 4 min read 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 26, 2023 8 min read 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 May 2, 2023 7 min read 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 28, 2023 3 min read 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 29, 2023 10 min read 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 Mar 3, 2023 4 min read 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 Jan 28, 2023 7 min read RECENT GEAR ARTICLES PREPARE FOR YOUR ADVENTURES How can you best prepare for your next adventure? Visit these featured stores to check out all the latest gear. Blue Birch Outfitters Located in Milford, Michigan VISIT NOW Backcountry Online hub for recreational gear VISIT NOW Patagonia Global Outdoor Outfitter VISIT NOW FIND MORE GEAR

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Detroit Michigan Skiing, Snowboarding, Snowshoeing, and other Winter Sports - adventure travel blog for the everyday explorer. WINTER SPORTS Winter is one of Detroit's greatest assets - the most undervalued gift of living and recreating in the north. Spend a morning carving fresh tracks down a perfectly-groomed slope. Or blazing your own trail through powder in snowshoes or cross-country skis. Circle back here regularly to learn more about Detroit's best wintry adventures. BOOK A SNOWSHOE TREK Embrace the Dark: The 10 Best Destinations for Stargazing near Detroit The end of daylight saving time means that the Detroit region's shorter, darker days have arrived. Put differently, our region's BEST nights for stargazing are FINALLY BACK. Ready to admire the cosmos, Detroit? Here are the 10 best destinations for stargazing near Detroit - UPDATED FOR FALL 2025. The Northern Lights above Maybury State Park - May 2024 Have you ever felt like the harder you try for a goal, the less likely you are to achieve it? If you have, you're far from Dan Cooke Nov 4 6 min read The March Survival Guide for Metro Detroit's Outdoor Enthusiasts - 2025 Edition Is it winter or spring..? Nobody in the Detroit region really knows, especially the month of March. Regardless of this month's... Dan Cooke Mar 6 5 min read Expedition Essentials: Ultimate Guide to Cross-Country Skiing Near Detroit Tundra Season is BACK in Detroit, unveiling unprecedented opportunities to dive into one of our region's favorite recreational pastimes:... Dan Cooke Jan 22 8 min read Top 5 Outdoor Events near Detroit throughout January 2025 HAPPY NEW YEAR! Just like waking up to today's fresh snowfall, January provides a perfectly clean slate for pursuing your wildest... Dan Cooke Jan 8 5 min read Celebrate the Dark: Five Outdoor Adventures for Experiencing the Winter Solstice near Detroit The grand, festive finale of our #EmbraceTheDark Series, we invite you to join us in celebrating the shortest solar day of the year... Dan Cooke Dec 20, 2024 5 min read Top Ten Outdoor Events near Detroit throughout December 2024 'Tis the season for holly, jolly outdoor adventures - and we are stoked for them all! As you navigate the madness of the holidays, here... Dan Cooke Dec 4, 2024 8 min read Guide to Experiencing the "Big Four" Ski Resorts near Detroit - Winter 2025 Edition Alpine. Brighton. Holly. Pine Knob. You know them, you've skied them, and generations have loved them. But what makes each resort stand... Dan Cooke Dec 2, 2024 8 min read Experience these 5 Premiere Ski Resorts near Detroit this March Detroit's snow may have disappeared this month, but don't worry - ski season isn't over yet! Fortunately there are plenty of premiere... Dan Cooke Mar 7, 2024 4 min read Expedition Essentials: Ultimate Guide to Winter Camping near Detroit Now that Arctic temperatures have retreated north, the Detroit region is in peak condition for winter camping expeditions ! Here is our... Dan Cooke Jan 26, 2024 11 min read Why Detroit Should Adopt Norway's "Friluftsliv" Lifestyle this Winter In honor of the Winter Solstice, here is Expedition Detroit's guide to harnessing the physical, mental, and cultural benefits of Norway's... Dan Cooke Dec 21, 2023 10 min read Guide to the "Big Four" Ski Resorts near Detroit - WINTER 2024 EDITION Brighton. Alpine. Holly. Pine Knob. You know them, you've skied them, and generations have loved them. But what makes each resort stand... Dan Cooke Dec 18, 2023 8 min read 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 Mar 3, 2023 4 min read 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 Jan 28, 2023 7 min read Top 10 New Year's Resolutions to Accomplish in Detroit's Outdoors Happy New Year, Detroit!! Now that 2023 has arrived in full regalia, here are the Expedition Detroit Team's New Year's resolutions,... Dan Cooke Jan 7, 2023 12 min read Top Ten Outdoor Events near Detroit throughout January 2023 HAPPY NEW YEAR! Just like waking up to fresh snowfall, January provides a perfectly clean slate for pursuing your wildest outdoor goals... Dan Cooke Dec 31, 2022 7 min read 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 28, 2022 10 min read Embrace the Dark Pt. III: Best Night Hiking Trails near Detroit The third installment of our #EmbraceTheDark Series, we're exploring the best night hiking trails near Detroit. Spoiler alert: most of... Dan Cooke Dec 17, 2022 8 min read 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 Dec 10, 2022 9 min read Top Ten Outdoor Events near Detroit throughout December 2022 'Tis the season for some holly, jolly, and freezing outdoor adventures - and we are stoked for them all! As you navigate the madness of... Dan Cooke Dec 3, 2022 7 min read 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... Dan Cooke Nov 22, 2022 4 min read RECENT ARTICLES

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Detroit Michigan Mountain Biking & Trails - Adventure travel blog for the everyday explorer. MOUNTAIN BIKING Detroit’s mountain biking trails are our region’s best kept secret. From scenic loops to tight single-track downhills, berm burns to rock gardens, lake vistas or wooded climbs, there’s a trail for every rider. Stop by here in between rides for trail guides, recommended routes, top gear picks, and the best MTB retailers. Send it responsibly - we’ll see you out there. Ride into Adventure at the Shelden Mountain Bike Fest this Weekend! Everything you need to know for enjoying the Shelden Mountain Bike Fest this Saturday, September 27th, at Stony Creek Metropark! Dan Cooke Sep 25 4 min read The March Survival Guide for Metro Detroit's Outdoor Enthusiasts - 2025 Edition Is it winter or spring..? Nobody in the Detroit region really knows, especially the month of March. Regardless of this month's... Dan Cooke Mar 6 5 min read #TrailTuesday: Exploring Island Lake's Famous Yellow Trail Loop Welcome back to our weekly #TrailTuesday Series! This edition explores one of the most accessible, beautiful, and popular trails in the... Dan Cooke May 30, 2023 8 min read #TrailTuesday: Conquering the Pontiac Lake Mountain Bike Trail Loop Welcome back to our weekly #TrailTuesday Series! This edition explores a trail widely recognized as one of the Top 100 Trails in the... Dan Cooke May 23, 2023 8 min read #TrailTuesday: Braving Highland Recreation Area's A-B-C-D Loops Welcome back to our weekly #TrailTuesday Series! This edition tackles the only "Black Diamond" rated trail within our series: the rugged... Dan Cooke Mar 21, 2023 6 min read Top Ten Outdoor Events near Detroit throughout January 2023 HAPPY NEW YEAR! Just like waking up to fresh snowfall, January provides a perfectly clean slate for pursuing your wildest outdoor goals... Dan Cooke Dec 31, 2022 7 min read 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 Dec 10, 2022 9 min read Detroit’s Top Five Mountain Biking Trails The Detroit region's top 5 mountain biking trail systems. Dan Cooke Oct 10, 2022 7 min read The Attack on Michigan’s Right to Bike (and how you can fight back) Senate Bill 1191 threatens mountain bike access to Michigan's vast trail network. Here's a breakdown of what's at risk and what we can do... Dan Cooke Oct 5, 2022 4 min read RECENT ARTICLES

Learn how to become an outdoor advocate and help protect, respect, and conserve the beautiful Metro-Detroit area. IMPACT Expedition Detroit is here to help you explore the outdoors sustainably every time you go on an adventure. Together we can protect the natural beauty that surrounds us. Advocate Volunteer RECENT IMPACT ARTICLES Discover the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge: the Origin of Detroit's Conservation Renaissance From grassroots activism to establishing conservation benchmarks in the Great Lakes area, we welcome you to explore the recreational... Dan Cooke Sep 17 9 min read The Ultimate Michigan Hunting Cheatsheet - Fall 2025 Edition Fall means primetime in Detroit's outdoors - especially for the Michigan hunting community ready for crisp mornings and cool evenings in... Dan Cooke Sep 5 7 min read Detroit to the Dolomites: Key Takeaways from Hiking in the Italian Alps Buongiorno, Detroit! Team Expedition Detroit recently returned from hiking the famous "Alta Via 1" trail through the Italian Dolomites.... Dan Cooke Aug 29 12 min read