Exploring Michigan and learning its stories is one of my favorite things. Here, you’ll find adventure recommendations, science education resources, and (hopefully) some good stories, too.
Even if you can’t make it to Michigan yourself, I hope these posts remind you that there’s wonder to be found near you, too.
Meet the Toxic Sand Vacuum | The Dredge in Torch Lake, Michigan
100 years ago, people started sucking toxic sand out of a lake in Michigan. They weren't trying to clean up the environment, but they WERE on a quest to find copper — and it went shockingly well. Here's how they pulled it off, and the rusty legacy they left behind.