Winter is here, but progress continues on the Nakwema Trailway, which will link Traverse City and Charlevoix. TART Trails and Top of Michigan Trails Council are partners on this project. Elk Rapids - Maple Bay - Progress continues on the Transportation Alternatives Program grant application, while design...
Oleson's Community Share Program is a simple, effortless fundraiser that gives money back to Top of Michigan Trails Council just by shopping. Simply save your Oleson's receipts and drop them off at, or mail them to the Trails Council, 1687 M 119, Petoskey, MI 49770. Oleson’s Community...
For the first time in its 51-year history, the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour is making a stop in Harbor Springs on Friday, April 24, at 7 p.m. Harbor Springs' Lyric Theater is the official host, but the main event will be held at the...
With generous support from General Motors (GM), the League of American Bicyclists recently announced its fifth year of Community Spark Grants to support the growing number of local grassroots change-makers and organizations across the country working to improve their communities through bicycling. In 2026, the League’s...
Applications are open for the Pure Michigan Trail and Trail Town Designation Program, a partnership between the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Pure Michigan that's designed to recognize Michigan's best trails and trail towns while boosting the state’s position as the “Trails State." Pure Michigan...
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is inviting residents to share feedback and ideas on upcoming policy decisions, programs, and priorities related to trails, parks, waterways, and other outdoor recreation opportunities. Public input plays a vital role in shaping how our trails and natural resources are managed....
It's not even winter yet, and we're thinking about spring! Registration is now open for the 11th Annual Top of Michigan Festival of Races on Saturday, May 23, in Petoskey’s Bayfront Park. This beautiful Memorial Day weekend event, featuring half-marathon, 10k, and 5k distances, benefits the Top...
A field report issued late last month reveals progress on the new trailhead on the North Eastern State Trail at Onaway. In 2024, the Council of Michigan Foundations and the Michigan DNR announced another round of Spark Grant recipients. The City of Onaway, which applied for...
Kids Pedaling with a Purpose Director Cindy Okerlund is irrepressible, as we all know. Her valuable program, and the energy, integrity, and enthusiasm behind it have changed so many kids' lives, and likewise for some of her volunteers. For students, it's a day of genuine fun...
Sixty-five people attended the Nov. 21 ribbon cutting ceremony for Phase 3 of the Boyne City-Charlevoix Trail. The event was hosted at Horton Bay Community Church. [caption id="attachment_34194" align="alignright" width="300"] Charlevoix County Commissioner Bob Jess cuts the ribbon. "Finish the trail!" he said.[/caption] Guest speakers included State...
