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I’m a Backyard Farmer Raising Chickens in Michigan I married into a family that farms. I am not, by any means, a farmer. Canning, gardening, and farm animals were all very foreign to me, aside from always trying to buy local eggs, meat, dairy, and produce. I’ve come a long way since then and now…

Grand Rapids Soccer for Kids can be Found in Nearly Every Town Soccer is considered the most popular sport in the world and if you walked around most towns in West Michigan on a fall or spring weekend, it would be hard to argue. You’ll find kids everywhere dressed in their soccer uniforms, on their way to…

Grand Rapids is Jumping With Kids’ Summer Reading Programs Summer reading programs are one of my kids’ favorite summer things to do. On the last day of school we walk to our local GRPL branch to sign up for the summer reading program. (And check out a large pile of books.) Then they come home…

Local Junior Golf Programs & Kids Golf Lessons Michigan has over 650 golf courses! And considering the weather prevents us from playing year round in Michigan, having that many golf courses is pretty significant. So how do you get your kid involved in golf? Sign them up for junior golf lessons at area courses, aimed…

Maple Hill Golf is an Expert at Kid Golf Lessons When it comes to golf lessons, there’s no shortage of places to learn. Among the best is Maple Hill Golf Course. They’ve been offering Junior Golf for over 40 years and they have definitely perfected their system.  My daughter attended the Beginner Junior Golf program…

Blandford’s Dedication to Nature & Wildlife Education Can’t Be Beat With all of our forests, trails, and incredible vistas, it’s no surprise that hiking is a favorite pastime in West Michigan. But we have to admit, something about Blandford Nature Center just hits the spot every time! Packed in its 264 acres are trails along…