A glossary for anyone who has ever "packed light" for a one-night trip. "I packed light." (Narrator: She did not.) There were four bags. A bin. A "just in case" tote. And somehow, a second cooler that appeared in the garage doorway at 9 p.m. the night before and nobody questioned it. Michigan campers are a special breed. We are optimistic, resourceful, and deeply committed to a certain version of reality that exists mostly in our heads. We say things with complete sincerity t

(And a Respectful Nod to Michigan’s Other Favorite Waters) Dear Lake St. Clair, You are the reason we start counting down to summer sometime in February. You are the reason boat bags stay half-packed year-round. You are the reason “just a quick evening ride” somehow turns into tomorrow. And yes—we love other lakes in Michigan. But here at Red Run… this one has our heart. Lake St. Clair is where you can go to find JOY! It’s big enough to feel exciting, but friendly enough that