Articles for tag: DTE Energy Foundation Trail, environmental stewardship, mountain biking, outdoor recreation

April 23, 2024

Chelsea Dexter Michigan Milan Saline Washtenaw County

two mountain bikers on single track in woods

The Story Behind the Astounding DTE Foundation Trail

Sixty-eight-year-old Ralph Waldo Emerson traveled to Yosemite to meet thirty-three-year-old John Muir in 1871. Upon arrival, Emerson commented how nice it was to be out from under the scrutiny of his critics back home on the East Coast. Muir responded by sweeping his arm up the valley, saying, “Forget about them. Up there lies a ...

February 15, 2024

Doug Marrin

Chelsea Chelsea Government

Embrace the Great Outdoors with the 2024 Chelsea Trail Challenge

Photo by Doug Marrin Chelsea is rapidly establishing itself as a destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Hundreds of miles of trails in the immediate area provide opportunities for a wide variety of recreation. And we love it, which is why we’re seeing more outdoor recreation development and growing support, encouragement, and incentive from community groups to ...