Sip For A Cause: Support Dogs In Need By Enjoying Michigan Beer
This summer, you have a chance to help animals and score some awesome beer deals from Michigan breweries. Bark Nation, a nonprofit based in Metro Detroit, is on a mission to end dogfighting and animal cruelty. They’re hosting their second annual Summer Beer Tour.
When you get a Bark Nation Summer Beer Tour passport, you’ll get discounts at 40 breweries across southeastern Michigan from July 1 to August 19. You’ll also get access to parties along the tour, where you can win cool stuff, buy exclusive merch, and learn more about Bark Nation’s cause.
Until June 18, you can purchase the passports at a discounted price of $50, and they come with a T-shirt. These passports offer over $200 worth of savings.
Participating breweries include Atwater Brewery, Baffin Brewing Co., Unexpected Craft Brewing Co., Eastern Market Brewing Co., 734 Brewing Co., and many more. Check out their website for more info and to see which other breweries are in on the action.
Throughout the year, they offer a variety of events for people to participate in, such as their Survivor Scramble in September and Unchained Gala in December. These events provide ample opportunities for people to get involved and support their cause.
Earlier this year, the non-profit organization played a significant role in one of the Detroit police force’s most extensive operations against dog fighting. Bark Nation collaborated with local, state, and federal law enforcement to rescue over 133 dogs from various locations in the Detroit area. The organization deployed 66 responders to aid officials in executing search warrants at these properties. This operation is considered the most extensive effort to date in Michigan to combat dogfighting, as reported by multiple sources.
Dive In: Michigan State Park Dog-Friendly Beaches Await
In Michigan, you can bring your furry friends along when you visit certain state parks and campgrounds, state forest campgrounds, state-managed harbors, state-designated trails, and boat launches. Just keep in mind that there might be some restrictions and some of the rules change according to the season.
There are some situations where you won’t be able to bring your pets. These include designated swim beaches where pets are not allowed, areas that are protected for endangered species, and any areas that are specifically marked as off-limits for pets.
Another important thing to note is that even when your pets are enjoying a dip in the water, they still need to be leashed. Michigan requires a 6-foot leash for pets, even when they are in the water. This rule helps ensure everyone’s safety and prevents any potential mishaps.
Where can you find pet-friendly state park beaches in Metro Detroit? There are more than 35 places to take your fur friend for a swim. From Algonac and Mears, to Silver Lake. Here are 4 state parks that are not too far from Metro Detroit.
Kayla is the midday host on Detroit’s 105.1 The Bounce. She started her career in radio back in 2016 as an intern at another Detroit station and worked her way here. She's made stops in Knoxville, TN, Omaha, Ne and other places before returning to Detroit. She’s done almost everything in radio from promotions to web, creating content on social media, you name it.
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