July 27, 2025

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Michigan DNR Warns of 2025 Bear Surge, Issues Safety Tips

Michigan’s Department of Natural Resources says over 100 black bear complaints have already been filed in 2025, predominantly in Delta, Marquette, Menominee, Grand Traverse, Chippewa and Otsego counties. With an estimated 13,000 bears statewide, encounters are likely to rise as hungry bears emerge from hibernation.

Key safety tips from BearWise.org include:

Never feed or approach bears

Secure trash and recycling until pickup days

Remove bird feeders and clean grills after use

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Kohler-Andrae State Park’s Sand Dunes Offer Unique Camping with Lake Michigan Views

Kohler-Andrae State Park, on Lake Michigan’s western shore near Sheboygan, features over two miles of beach and 138 campsites, including a handicap-accessible cabin and 41 year-round sites. Park Superintendent Molly McKay says the proximity to urban areas makes it an ideal getaway, drawing about 650,000 visitors each year.

Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Kohler Dunes State Natural Area, the largest dune complex on Lake Michigan’s west side, via the two-mile Dunes Cordwalk plank trail. The boardwalk protects fragile ecosystems—home to rare thistles and other dune-specialist plants—while offering sweeping views of the sand hills and the lake.

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Michigan DNR Warns of 2025 Bear Surge: Top Safety Tips for Campers