Author Archives: Rob Burg (aka Hiking Historian)

About Rob Burg (aka Hiking Historian)

I have twenty years of professional experience in history and museums and this past year I decided it was time to take my life and career in a new direction. After fifteen years running the Hartwick Pines Logging Museum and a few other sites for the Michigan Historical Museum system, I have branched off on my own presenting programs and doing professional museum consulting. I have the Northwoods and the Great Lakes in my blood and I enjoy all sorts of outdoor activities in this environment. I love the history of Northern Michigan and the Great Lakes region and through my writings I explore this history and the way of life of the North Country, including the food, the culture, and the environment. Come and explore the great northwoods with me.

A New Year; New Plans

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Rob Burg (aka Hiking Historian)

I walked out of the office today, took a look at the forest and thought that we should get our maple buckets and taps ready as the day had the same feel as a late winter day. Except one look … Continue reading →

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Being a Historian Again

Posted on November 7, 2011 by Rob Burg (aka Hiking Historian)

I am a historian. I became one because I love to learn about the past and share my findings with others. I like to do this through research, writing, the presentation of programs, and plain conversation and sharing. But in … Continue reading →

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The Sweet Taste of Summer

Posted on August 18, 2011 by Rob Burg (aka Hiking Historian)

Summers in Northern Michigan are pretty awesome. Not only do we have warm days and cooler nights (usually) that makes it rather enjoyable to live and survive without air conditioning (most of the time), but there are plenty of tasty … Continue reading →

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The Fickleness of Spring

Posted on April 17, 2011 by Rob Burg (aka Hiking Historian)

“April showers brings May flowers.” But what does April snow showers bring? It happens every spring: we get a taste of beautiful, near summer weather early (like last weekend’s sun and 75 degrees) and then we get hit with weather … Continue reading →

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Fun with Friends and Learning New Things

Posted on March 19, 2011 by Rob Burg (aka Hiking Historian)

I just got back from the Spring MOMCC Conference in Dayton, Ohio and I am feeling exhausted, energized and content from seeing old friends and colleagues once again. Somehow we need to stretch time during these conferences to make the … Continue reading →

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Museums, History and Friends

Posted on March 13, 2011 by Rob Burg (aka Hiking Historian)

I’m looking forward to heading on a short trip to Dayton, Ohio later this week for the Midwest Open-air Museums Coordinating Council (MOMCC) Conference, hosted by Carriage Hill Metropark. The MOMCC Conference is always a great time to network, learn … Continue reading →

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Turning a House into a Home

Posted on March 9, 2011 by Rob Burg (aka Hiking Historian)

I’ve been in my new place for just over a week and it still feels like I’m staying at a friend’s house. I’m slowly paring down the boxes and finding places for everything, but it is taking time. One thing … Continue reading →

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Moving Daze

Posted on March 6, 2011 by Rob Burg (aka Hiking Historian)

I just moved for the first time in almost thirteen years. And what a trial it was. It is great to be in a new place as I had wanted to move for sometime, but boy, it is an adjustment. … Continue reading →

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It’s still Snowshoe Season

Posted on March 5, 2011 by Rob Burg (aka Hiking Historian)

Good Morning! While most of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula seems to be waking up to rain this morning, up here in Crawford County we woke to a new blanket of several inches of snow. It being our last guided snowshoe hike at … Continue reading →

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Maple Syrup Season is on the horizon

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Rob Burg (aka Hiking Historian)

We have our annual Maple Syrup Day at Hartwick Pines State Park on March 26, just about four weeks away.  This is always a favorite event of mine as it is a sure sign that spring is on the way.

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