On a recent Saturday morning, my family of four embarked on an adventure to Blandford Nature Center. Tucked away off Lenoard Street on Grand Rapids’ West Side, Blandford’s mission is to provide a place for people in the community to enjoy, explore, and learn in nature. The Mary Jane Dockeray…
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Surrounding Grand Rapids’ vibrant city center and woven through small pockets within its neighborhoods, there is an abundance of multi-use trails that wind through the vast realm of the area’s landscapes. West Michigan offers the perfect opportunity for locals and visitors to grab their bikes (in…
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New Year Resolutions are a great way to take a fresh look at what you want to accomplish. For me, this year will be about making the time to take advantage of the fun activities available right here in the Grand Rapids area! As my kids get older I realize how soon they will be out of the house. It’s…
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From the heart of downtown to the coast of Lake Michigan, the Grand Rapids area offers all sorts of opportunities for cold-weather play. Some of our favorite winter pastimes require specialized gear in addition to warm coats, hats and gloves. If you don’t own gear – or you don’t want to lug it with…
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