Want to hit the water, but not afraid to admit you need some help? Here are some of the best places for water lovers of all levels throughout west Michigan.
Are you new to outdoor adventures and activities in our beautiful state of Michigan? The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and many of its business partners offer equipment rentals and access to some unique outdoor activities in many of Michigan's state parks, recreation areas, trails, and waterways.
Boaters should enjoy their time on the water, being smart and playing safely while on it.
Grand Valley Marine, with locations in Grandville and Grand Haven, urges you to be smart while out boating, regardless of whether you're on an inland lake, river, stream, pond, rapids, creek, whitewater course or one of the Great Lakes like Lake Michigan.
Paddle sports are the fastest-growing segment of recreational boating, with more than 300,000 paddle craft, primarily kayaks, being sold annually in the U.S., according to the Water Sports Industry Association and the U.S. Coast Guard.
Kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, rowing, rafting and various other paddle sports are thrilling, exciting and fun.
Grand Valley Marine, with locations in Grandvi