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Senate bills could commercialize industrial hemp—with federal approval

On: March 26, 2020

Michigan’s hemp farmers are looking to industrialize the cannabis plant in new ways and beyond its use in marijuana dispensaries.

Original Article

Great Lakes Echo

http://greatlakesecho.org/2020/03/26/senate-bills-could-commercialize-industrial-hemp-with-federal-approval/

Guest Contributor

Former hunting TV show host sentenced for violation of Lacey Act

On: March 25, 2020

In: Hunting, Law, Recreation

A federal judge recently banned the Indiana host of a former hunting television show from hunting for 30 months after he illegally shot a trophy buck.

Original Article

Great Lakes Echo

http://greatlakesecho.org/2020/03/25/former-hunting-tv-show-host-sentenced-for-violation-of-lacey-act/

Marie Orttenburger

COVID-19 could cut millions of dollars of Michigan’s outdoor-related revenue

On: March 24, 2020

In: Recreation

Ski resorts are closing early and boating and RV sales could be harmed by an extended economic downturn. Outdoor retailers that rely on face-to-face sales may be especially hurt.

Original Article

Great Lakes Echo

http://greatlakesecho.org/2020/03/24/covid-19-could-cut-millions-of-dollars-of-michigans-outdoor-related-revenue/

David Poulson

Hike and camp at state parks, but forget big weddings and trail races

On: March 19, 2020

In: coronavirus, Recreation, State Parks

While the state closes indoor public venues like the Michigan History Museum because of the coronavirus, you can still enjoy outdoor recreational facilities. So far.

Original Article

Great Lakes Echo

http://greatlakesecho.org/2020/03/19/hike-and-camp-at-state-parks-but-forget-big-outdoor-weddings-and-trail-races/

David Poulson

Michigan links trains and bikes

On: March 17, 2020

In: Catch of the Day, Mass transit, Recreation, trains, transportation

Strategies include new ways to store bicycles on trains and encouraging more intersections of bike trails with train routes.

Original Article

Great Lakes Echo

http://greatlakesecho.org/2020/03/17/michigan-links-trains-and-bikes/

Kaylie Connors

Warm weather has ice fishing industry on thin ice

On: March 6, 2020

In: Recreation

As of Feb. 16, only 14.2% of the Great Lakes had ice coverage, compared to 51.6% the same date last year, according to the Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory.

Original Article

Great Lakes Echo

http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/GreatLakesEcho/~3/NbSoRZXk90M/

Guest Contributor

Warm winter changes — but can’t stop — outdoor fun

On: February 28, 2020

In: Collaboration, great lakes echo, Latest News, Michigan, News, Recreation, Recreation, Tourism and Culture, winter

Warm winter changes — but can’t stop — outdoor fun

This article was republished here with permission from Great Lakes Echo.

By Danielle James, Capital News Service

From ski slopes to dog sled races to snow carving contests, warmer weather this season has forced Michigan’s winter sports and tourism groups to adapt to keep participants and spectators coming.

Read Now at Great Lakes Now.

Original Article

Great Lakes Now

https://www.greatlakesnow.org/2020/02/warm-winter-changes-outdoor-recreation/

Great Lakes Echo