Homie's Ultimate Hugh Heward AdventureIn 2009 Jon Holmes (AKA Homie) joined a group of expedition paddlers in an attempt to paddle from Detroit, MI to Chicago, IL. Rather than paddling around the Lower Pennisula, they chose to attempt paddling through it. This is the story of that adventure.
Stay Home. Stay Safe #2 - Life With a Baby On the WayOne of our team, JJ Ferrington, and his wife are nearing the end of their first pregnancy. Here's how they're successfully managing the unexpected challenges of Covid-19 while on their epic adventure of becoming new parents.
Stay Home. Stay Safe #1 - A Clothing Buyer's PerspectiveAs Michigan battles Covid-19 our softgoods buyer chronicles her journey to rediscover some of her favorite pieces. Which is a fancy way to say she's finally getting some deep cleaning done at home! Enjoy her story of inside adventure.
5 Ways to Enjoy Winter Without SnowWhile we’ve received a decent amount of snow (29.5” so far in Grand Rapids), it hasn’t stayed around for very long. This has left those who enjoy cross-country skiing, ice fishing, snowshoeing, and sledding looking for other ways to be active outdoors.
Hiking Grand RapidsFollow Anna and Jill, our softgoods buyers as they work to complete a series of hikes throughout West Michigan. Using the book, Best Easy Day Hikes-Grand Rapids, Michigan as a guide readers can complete the same trails.
Kayak Launches in West MichiganPaddling.net has supplied a great map full of great sites to visit with a paddleboard or kayak! Enjoy this map and share with your friends!
Outdoor Recreation is for GirlsWith more and more women hitting the trails or the slopes, it's important that they have access to the gear they need. Bill & Paul's has a great selection specific to women. Combine that with our expert staff and you're sure to be prepared for your next outdoor adventure!