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Morning fog was still lifting off the Pere Marquette River when I heard a hideous scream that sounded like the chattering falsetto of a wounded gobbler. It was high-pitched and pathetic. A combination of shock, anguish and humiliation. And it apparently was coming from me. The human bobber, in a river already laden with leaden chunks of ice on this stygian steelhead excursion, had spoken. Of a fashion.
Good nutrition is especially important for active people, but too often we forget to take it with us when we hit the roads and trails. Like every good Scout, it’s important to be prepared. Having the energy you need at hand can ensure a safe and positive experience in the outdoors.
Michigan parks host 25 million visitors each year. Camping remains a popular and less expensive vacation option for many families, and where there’s a family, there’s likely to be a family pet. David Johns, Unit Supervisor for Traverse City and Leelanau State Parks, said the parks have been visited by dogs, cats, parakeets, snakes and parrots.
By Capt. Tony Patrella 
By Lisa Taylor
Michigan parks host 25 million visitors each year. Camping remains a popular and less expensive vacation option for many families, and where there’s a family, there’s likely to be a family pet. 
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