by discberrien | Featured
Lake Chapin is a hidden gem. Tucked between St. Joseph Valley Parkway and M-139, this 600-acre lake is St. Joseph Rivers’ perfect intermission between Niles and Lake Michigan. This reservoir spans roughly 600 acres, and is home to motorboats, jet-skis, canoes,...
by Ryan Cheevers | Featured
What is birding? It’s a common term for many, but one that requires explanation for many others. “Birding is getting out in nature and looking for birds and doing your best to identify them.” This simple, clear description came from Lamanda Hilty, Parks...
by Ryan Cheevers | Featured
Just over 181 years ago, a Niles man was arrested for stealing boots, gloves and a hat – about ten dollars worth of goods. He was tried and sentenced to one year in the state penitentiary. So what’s the significance of this particular case that took place on...
by Ryan Cheevers | Featured
Berrien Springs Public Schools is approaching one year since construction began on the Sylvester Field stadium project, which will be the new home to multiple programs: football, soccer, the track and field programs, and the marching band. The stadium will...
by Ryan Cheevers | Featured
Berrien Springs is loaded with great places to get away from it all and enjoy peace, quiet and nature. Whether you’re on foot or on bike, these favorite trails deliver forested fun: Love Creek Nature Center and County Park People come from Illinois,...
by Jocelyne Tuszynski | Featured
Berrien Springs is a hub of outdoor fun all year round, but Spring offers a variety of opportunities: fishing, kayaking, hiking trails, and waterways galore. Here are some of our favorite ways to celebrate the season in Berrien Springs: Fisherman’s Haven sits in the...
