Bluegill Bob
There are a lot of ways to make a name for yourself as an angler: catching record fish, winning fishing tournaments, designing productive lures,...
It Really Does Take A Village
In rural Guatemala, not far from the border with Mexico, is a tiny village called Buena Vista and it is just that—a “good view.”...
Sunken Treasure: Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
The eerie romance of a shipwreck is something that seems saved for epic adventure novels or blockbuster Hollywood movies. But just off the coast...
Home is Where the Art Is
Coined the largest open art competition in the world—Grand Rapid’s ArtPrize has made its mark on the art world. It has been covered by...
New Things
I just learned, from my son Jon, while we were camping in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore after Labor Day, that I’ve been peeling bananas...
Casting A Line With Kevin VanDam
When you’re talking to Kevin VanDam you don’t get the feeling you’re speaking with an internationally recognized angler and arguably the best bass fisherman...
The New Guys: MI Local Hops Stands Out In Growing Hops Industry
Before your bartender at the local beer tap fills an empty pint glass or you snatch up a six-pack of brew at your hometown...
Asparagus Reigns in Michigan
In the second week of June, Oceana County, also known as “The Asparagus Capital of the Nation,” gears up for its annual Asparagus Festival....
Hatching A Plan For The Future
The Jordan River National Fish Hatchery (JRNFH) located in Elmira, Mich., is a Great Lakes Energy Cooperative Member, and is one of the village...
EIGHT-GAME “JEOPARDY!” WINNER, Jennifer Quail
Jennifer Quail is an old pro at winning competitions. She was pretty excited when she submitted a recipe to Michigan Country Lines’ online contest...














