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A Beginner’s Guide to Disc Golf

Disc Golf is a very popular hobby and sport! You’ve probably seen some of those weird-looking metal baskets while driving around. There are dozens of courses all over Michigan, with one of the highest-rated courses here on the West side of the state. I’ve been disc golfing since I was probably 14, but it feels…
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Dragon Trail Preview Series | Section 7 with commentary

Explore Michigan’s Premier Singletrack, One Section at a Time Welcome to another installment of our Dragon Trail Preview Series—brought to you by Dragon Adventures Base Camp! In this video, we’re diving into Section 7 of the world-class Dragon Trail, located in scenic West Michigan near Hardy Dam and the Muskegon River. Whether you’re planning your…
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🚴♂️ Cedar Blitz Gravel Race – Grit, Gravel, and Good Vibes blog by – Dragon Adventures Base Camp

Here at Dragon Adventures Base Camp and REMAX Mark Deering Team, we live for big rides, dirt roads, and community-fueled adventure—and the Cedar Blitz Gravel Race delivered on all fronts! Held in the heart of West Michigan, the Cedar Blitz has quickly become a must-do event in the regional gravel scene, and we were thrilled…
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Ready for Adventure? Bass River Adventure Race Returns for Year Two!

The Bass River Adventure Race is ready for year two! After last year’s success, Josh Connelly and Cross-Fit Allendale are doing it again! We’re excited to be sponsoring this adventurous event. What Is Adventure Racing? If you’re new to the concept, adventure racing is a multi-sport challenge that involves navigating to checkpoints using a map…
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Why Ride Gravel?

In recent years, gravel racing and riding have taken the cycling world by storm here in Michigan and across the world! Combining the best elements of road biking and mountain biking, gravel cycling offers a unique experience that combines speed, endurance, and exploration. If you’ve been considering gravel riding and racing, here are the reasons…
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Movie Night: 5 Adventure Films to Watch

Pop some popcorn, grab your remote, and settle down to one of these Adventure films/documentaries this weekend! We love a good film, and ones that are about our favorite activities are even better. These stories are interesting and a lot of times intense! There is something in this list for everyone! All of these were…
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David Brower Dominates the 2025 Lumberjack 100 in Scorching Heat

This past weekend, Dragon Adventures Base Camp and REMAX MarkDeering.com athlete David Brower took the win at the grueling 2025 Lumberjack 100—one of the most prestigious 100-mile mountain bike races in the country. Video Interview below Held deep in the Manistee National Forest, the Lumberjack 100 challenged riders with high humidity, technical singletrack, and relentless…
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🔥 Unboxing & Reviewing the Camplux Nano 3 Pro at Dragon Adventures Base Camp

By Mark Deering – Dragon Adventures Base Camp One of the best parts about life at Dragon Adventures Base Camp is dialing in the gear that makes adventure living more comfortable—and this week, I had the chance to unbox and test out the Camplux Nano 3 Pro Portable Water Heater, a game-changer for trail-side showers…
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Shuttle bus via bike rack VelociRAX 7

Base Camp offers a shuttle service! We are excited to help folks tackle the 42 mile Dragon Trail! We have plenty of Routes to choose from! Do you want a 7,15,25,35+ mile ride? We can help! BOOK a shuttle! What are shuttle users saying? Words from users : “Contacted Mark with questions about the trail…
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Why You Should Hike The North Country Trail

The North Country Trail (NCT) is one of the top destination trails in the United States. Similar in prestige to the Appalachian or Continental Divide, the North Country Trail is one of those bucket list hikes. It is the longest continuous hiking trail in the United States spanning 4,800 miles and covers 8 states from North…
