It is so much fun to give things away, especially when someone isn’t anticipating it. At Outdoor Adventures, we’ve been giving things away for years and we’ve loved every minute of it! If you’ve shopped at one of many malls or grocery stores, or gone to a festival or outdoor-related trade show in Michigan, in … Continue reading Winning!
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Love… The Outdoors and Each Other
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Many people spend time with the people they love at Outdoor Adventures. That’s the case with Paul and his family in their home away from home: It’s also the case with Diane, her daughter, and her grandsons, who especially like to take part in the activities at the resorts: … Continue reading Love… The Outdoors and Each Other
Helping Out During Flint’s Water Crisis
The water crisis in Flint, Michigan, is finally getting the attention it deserves. Along with that attention comes federal and state funding, as well as the help of people far and wide. Celebrities from Michigan and those from far away have stepped forward to donate. Water companies have offered help. There is a lot we … Continue reading Helping Out During Flint’s Water Crisis
Lake Shore Resort’s Water is Safe
The current water crisis in the city of Flint has been in the news a lot lately. It has reached the point that the President has declared a state of emergency, allowing Federal funds to be used to help the city and its residents through this tough and scary time (http://www.mlive.com/news/flint/index.ssf/2016/01/president_obama_signs_emergenc.html). Due to the location … Continue reading Lake Shore Resort’s Water is Safe
Mount Pleasant Resort – Mount Pleasant, MI
In 2013, Outdoor Adventures purchased the former Shardi’s Hideaway in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. The location is fantastic, close to Central Michigan University and Soaring Eagle Casino and Entertainment Complex. Our initial plan was to develop 100 campsites quickly so we could add them to the existing 100 and then continue to develop the park into … Continue reading Mount Pleasant Resort – Mount Pleasant, MI
Lake Shore Resort – Davison, MI
By 2001, guests of Outdoor Adventures were asking for a resort closer to their “downstate” homes. In response to that request, we purchased the former Smoke Rise Resort in Davison, Michigan. Only minutes from M-23, I-75, M-15 or M-24, and just 5 miles north of I-69, this resort is located ideally for many people who want … Continue reading Lake Shore Resort – Davison, MI
How Outdoor Adventures Can Fit Your New Year’s Resolutions
It’s almost New Year’s Day. It’s almost 2016. It’s tradition to make resolutions; to declare that you’re going to work specifically toward something for the next year. It could be self-improvement (have you ever seen the number of new people at the gym in January?!), it could be a financial goal. It could be relationship-based … Continue reading How Outdoor Adventures Can Fit Your New Year’s Resolutions
Holiday Gift Guide for “Outdoorsy” People
It’s almost Christmas! Shopping is (or should be!) in full gear. By the end of this week, it will be too late to order online without paying higher fees for expedited shipping. Let’s take a look at some things that would make perfect gifts for the type of people we usually see at Outdoor Adventures! … Continue reading Holiday Gift Guide for “Outdoorsy” People
Rifle River Resort – Sterling, MI
Life is better on the river. And in 1998, we decided that we wanted to be part of it and share it with our guests! Outdoor Adventures purchased Cedar Springs Campground, right on the bank of the Rifle River, and also acquired a canoe livery business with it. Guests can now rent canoes or tubes, … Continue reading Rifle River Resort – Sterling, MI
Saginaw Bay Resort – Standish, MI
It’s 1995. Gas is $1.15 per gallon. Eggs are $1.16 per dozen. A first class stamp is 32 cents. Bill Clinton is President and Al Gore is Vice President (before he invented the internet). And the King family bought H&R Campground in Standish, Michigan. H&R has been affectionately referred to as “the mudhole” by people … Continue reading Saginaw Bay Resort – Standish, MI
