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And a "real" #spring post - the Kalamazoo River at the boundary of the Fort Custer State Recreation Area, Augusta, Michigan.

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March 1, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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No kayaks on the river last Sunday.

Kalamazoo River, Parchment, Michigan, USA

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December 14, 2025 at 11:30 PM
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The Kalamazoo River in Otsego, Michigan.

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A late afternoon view of the Kalamazoo River in Otsego, Michigan, with the sun shining low in a hazy sky. Its reflection glimmers on the calm water, surrounded by green trees and brush along the shoreline. The photo was taken with the Mood app on iPhone, straight out of the phone.
August 30, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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View from Mt. Baldhead of the Kalamazoo River and Saugatuck, MI.
Pinhole photo taken on Fomatone MG Classic photographic paper and developed with the caffenol cm recipe.
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Black and white, sepia-toned, photo from up high on a snowy hill. The perspective is from standing outside on some stairs with the railings and banisters visible on either side. The view below is of some trees and then much farther off and down the hill is a river with some buildings along the edge of the river and mostly trees behind the buildings along the river.
January 11, 2026 at 7:57 PM
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Looking straight down at the Kalamazoo River in Parchment, Michigan.

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A drone photo of the Kalamazoo River in Parchment, Michigan, showing a reflective stretch of calm water bordered by bright green trees. The sun glints on the water’s surface, which also mirrors the clouds drifting across the sky. Fallen branches jut into the river from the banks, and a grassy path runs along the right side of the frame. The scene captures the contrast between the deep, still water and the vibrant greenery along the shoreline.
October 1, 2025 at 12:45 AM
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Calm.

A very still Kalamazoo River near Galesburg, Michigan

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A serene evening view of the Kalamazoo River in Galesburg, Michigan. The river’s still surface reflects the golden and green foliage of early autumn trees along the opposite bank, glowing in the warm light of sunset. Smooth rocks and tall grasses frame the lower edge of the image, while the soft blue sky above adds a calm contrast to the vibrant fall colors mirrored in the water.
October 14, 2025 at 1:08 AM
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A bit of the Kalamazoo River in Parchment, Michigan.

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A serene view of the Kalamazoo River in Parchment, Michigan. The calm water reflects the lush green trees along the riverbank, creating a mirror-like effect. Sunlight filters through the leaves, highlighting touches of early autumn color with a few red and yellow leaves scattered among the green. Fallen branches rest in the water near the shoreline, and the overall scene feels peaceful and still, capturing the quiet beauty of nature in early fall.
September 26, 2025 at 1:29 AM
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Looking up, looking down.

The Kalamazoo River in Parchment, Michigan

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A reflection of trees, sky, and sunlight on the surface of the Kalamazoo River. The tops of tall green trees and a partly cloudy sky are mirrored in the still water, giving the scene a dreamy, upside-down quality. Bright sunlight filters through the branches on the right side, with grass at the river’s edge also reflected. Small floating leaves and ripples add texture to the water’s surface, blending the reflection with reality.
October 1, 2025 at 1:27 AM
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Kalamazoo River
Fort Custer Recreation Area
Augusta, Michigan

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Wide view of the Kalamazoo River in Fort Custer Recreation Area during late autumn. The river is calm and reflective, mirroring the bare and nearly leafless trees that line both banks. A few remaining yellow and brown leaves cling to the branches, while more are scattered on the ground and in the shallow water near the shore. The trees arch slightly over the river, creating a natural corridor that draws the eye into the distance. The sky is overcast with a blanket of pale gray clouds, giving the scene a quiet, muted tone. The overall mood is peaceful and still, capturing the quiet transition between fall and winter.
November 2, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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Looking for a short summer read?

Check out “No Pedal Boats” in Dorothy Parker’s Ashes (2023) www.dorothyparkersashes.com/father/no-pe... 

Memoir Monday memoirland.substack.com/p/soooo-many...

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July 15, 2025 at 1:18 AM
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Semi-trailer spilled plastic ‘nurdle’ pellets into Kalamazoo River

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Plastic pellets from semi-truck accident spilled into Kalamazoo River
YouTube video by MLive
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February 26, 2026 at 9:26 PM
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This year marks the 15th anniversary since the #KalamazooRiver oil spill, which today serves as a warning against the massive threat the #Line5 oil pipeline poses to the Great Lakes. Act against Line 5 today: 📝 ow.ly/uaj650WwHrA

Read more:📲 www.michiganpublic.org/environment-...
Environmental groups use anniversary of Kalamazoo River oil spill to warn about Enbridge Line 5
The massive oil spill in the Kalamazoo River 15 years ago polluted the water and shoreline and left oil-coated wildlife. More than a million gallons of oil was recovered along a more than 35 mile stre...
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July 30, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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It’s National Share-a-Story Month! So I’m sharing, “No Pedal Boats.” Enjoy!

Dorothy Parker’s Ashes www.dorothyparkersashes.com/father/no-pe... 
Memoir Monday memoirland.substack.com/p/soooo-many...

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May 10, 2026 at 12:08 PM