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Rockfort Trip Ideas
Breweries, Bakeries, and More: So Many New Restaurants To Try on the North End
Foodies rejoice! With so many new restaurants opening regularly in and around Grand Rapids, there’s always a new place to savor innovative, delicious fare. In a post last month , we talked about
Grand Rapids Area Trout Stream a National Conservation Priority
Anglers, teachers, concerned citizens and school children all are working to improve stream conditions for trout in the Rogue River, a popular Grand Rapids area trout stream that was adopted by Trout Unlimited, the national cold water conservation organization.
8 Must-Try Summer Activities in Rockford
If you're searching for some fun in the sun this summer season, you'll find it in the quaint city of Rockford, just 15 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids. From free live music and outdoor yoga to kayaking, carnival rides and eating oodles of ice cream, here are eight family-friendly activities to add to your list of summer…
Feisty Fishes: Fall and Winter Steelhead Fishing in Grand Rapids
Miles Hanley shows off a nice steelhead he hooked while fishing the Kalamazoo River downstream from the Allegan Dam. Photo by Howard Meyerson. They hit hard, leap high, and run like a freight
15 Fun and FREE Things to do in Grand Rapids
The Power of Three by Bruce A. Niemi Photo courtesy of ArtPrize.org Whoever said nothing in life is free hasn't been to Kent County, Michigan. The greater Grand Rapids area offers a wide variety
Art Van Sports Complex Opens to Public August 2 and 3
Art Van Sports Complex photo courtesy of West Michigan Sports Commission West Michigan is home to many unique and inviting attractions for locals and visitors alike, and one more is being added to
West Michigan Mountain Biking Alliance: 60 Miles of Local Trails, From Riders For Riders
A father and son enjoy a day riding the mountain bike trail at Kent County's Luton Park. The trail was built and is maintained by the West Michigan Mountain Biking Alliance. More than 60 miles of
Rogue River Expedition Highlights West Michigan's Natural Beauty and Promotes Water…
A group of paddlers gets ready to launch for spring float down the Rogue River above Rockford. Photo Credit: Howard Meyerson The quiet beauty of the Rogue River and the water quality issues along
Paddling Grand Rapids: So much water, so many choices
Jeff Neumann likes to take the guesswork out of paddling by eliminating complications that can muddy waters for some, particularly if they are new to the sport. Finding still-water bays full of
Fishing in Grand Rapids: An abundance of opportunity
Anyone thinking about fishing in the Grand Rapids area can find more than a few reasons to wet a line. The city is surrounded by rivers, lakes and ponds, all natural settings where the sounds of
Reds on the River teams up with Rockford Brewing Company for Cool Brews. Hot Eats.
Glenn Forgie, Executive Chef at Reds on the River If you were looking for Reds on the River Executive Chef Glenn Forgie years ago, you wouldn't have found him in a kitchen. Instead, he was busy
Experience Grand Rapids Holiday Shopping Guide: Rockford
Head a little north of Grand Rapids and you find the charming community of Rockford. Packed with cute shops, great restaurants and a very walkable downtown, it is the perfect place to get your
Bostwick Lake Inn--Worth the Short Drive from Grand Rapids
If you're looking for a lovely, casual, outdoor, lakeside dinner near Grand Rapids with your family this summer, hop in your car and make the short drive half-hour up to Bostwick Lake Inn in
Eat Like A Local - Explore Grand Rapids' Off-The-Beaten-Path Food Scene
Because I lived in Chicago for 7 years, I often have friends who are visiting there ask me where they should eat in downtown Chicago when they visit. I always say the same thing. The best kept
