Hartwick Pines State Park is home to the largest remaining stand of old growth pine trees in the Lower Peninsula.

Science isn't always perfect, and decades ago, a graduate student's simple experiment proved that, though exactly why he did what he did remains a mystery.

One of North America’s richest ecosystems, sustained and shaped by Native peoples before European contact, nearly disappeared. A recovery is underway.

Residents saw a familiar landmark come down on Aug. 21, 2025, as a pine tree that had stood for more than a century was removed after years of structural deterioration made it a safety concern for the ...