Tag: camping

Want to go overnight camping in Michigan? Stay at one of these Michigan State Park camping sites in the south part of the Lower Peninsula.

Are your kids begging for a camping trip? Treat them to one from the comfort of your home and make it a backyard camping success with these tips.

In a world of digital relationships, summer camps provide an increasingly important place for kids to connect face-to-face – plus sharpen some of life's soft skills.

Looking for the best hiking trails in southeast Michigan? Check out these scenic spots in Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties in 2018.

From the tent to the fire to the all-important snacks, get tips on creating the ultimate setting for backyard camping with kids of all ages.

Blaze a new trail for your kids by teaching them how to build a fire, from safety to creating the perfect pyramid, all the way to putting it out.

Don't feel bad for waiting until the last minute! Several local summer camps for kids are happy to accommodate drop-in campers for summer 2018.

Experience the great outdoors and learn about the wonders of nature at these southeast Michigan nature centers in Metro Parent's 2018-19 guide.

Don't get superstitious this Friday the 13th. Instead, make the day delicious – with these nine gross looking, great tasting treats the kids and entire family will love!

Take a peak into the night sky at a Lenawee County park, a Lake Michigan destination and the International Dark Sky Park in Pennsylvania, too.

Without the help of volunteers, Michigan's prairies and other landscapes could be overtaken by invasive plant species. Meet two local women who step up to keep this vegetation at bay.

Whether your fam loves lounging, the great outdoors, high-throttle fun or the ultimate tourist trek, get a gauge of your vacation type – and find your best trip fit.