two brown horses in a pasture
Outside Activities
Delicious picnic spread with fresh fruit, bread, spicy sausage and cheese spread out on a red and white checkered cloth in a lush spring park

The Recipe for the Perfect Picnic in the Brighton Howell Area

As Michigan weather can be quite unpredictable, summertime in the Mitten State is not to be taken for granted. Enjoy the sunshine and warm temperatures this summer by packing a basket and spreading out on the many beaches and parks of the Brighton Howell Area. Sit back, relax, and unwind while enjoying nature, local eats, …more

an aerial shot of a lake and a picnic table

Choose Your Own Adventure with MI Playground

Nick and Andy from MI Playground visited the Brighton-Howell Area recently for a choose-your-own-adventure type of day! Watch their video below and check out their whole day for inspiration on your next adventure in Livingston County.

two brown horses in a pasture

Saddle Up for Livingston County

Livingston county is a great, neigh, the greatest area to bond with horses. The county holds 50,000 + acres of park land, and three state parks surrounded by countless bodies of water. Our four-legged friends have plenty of room to horse around to their heart’s content. Here are some locations that provide trails for you …more

Two people attached to a parachute mid skydive.

Thrill Seekers, Choose your Element! Air vs. Land vs. Water

Find exciting adventures in the Brighton Howell Area up in the air, on land, or in the water! The area is surrounded by three state parks that provide thrilling outdoor recreation activities that will keep you on your toes this summer. Air The Brighton Howell Area is known by many for its annual hot air …more

Man holding large fish

Fishing in the Brighton Howell Area

Please enjoy this guest blog from local angler, Kim Stricker.   As a passionate angler and seasoned resident of Livingston County, I’ve had the opportunity to cast a lure in several of the water bodies within the region. There are numerous lakes within the county lines ranging in size up to 677 acres, many with …more

White Breasted Nuthatch

Hand-Feeding Birds at Kensington Metropark

Please enjoy this guest blog from local photographer, Jocelyn Anderson.   Several years ago the birds along the nature trails at Kensington Metropark learned that it was safe to take food from people’s hands. This trust has carried on through the years, with many birds partaking in the food offerings from the many visitors to …more

All About Metroparks

It’s an excellent time to discover Michigan’s Metroparks. The Huron-Clinton Metroparks consist of 13 different park areas, covering more than 25,000 acres throughout Southeast Michigan. They support recreational and educational opportunities while working to protect our state’s natural resources, enhancing community health and quality of life. Livingston County is lucky enough to be home to both …more