Fireflies, Bullfrogs, and Boards: Why You Need to Try a Full Moon Paddle
Looking for a unique Michigan adventure? Read about our Full Moon Paddle, complete with cranes, fireflies, and an overnight campout.
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Fireflies, Bullfrogs, and Boards: Why You Need to Try a Full Moon Paddle
Looking for a unique Michigan adventure? Read about our Full Moon Paddle, complete with cranes, fireflies, and an overnight campout.
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On a bleak and sodden Sunday in Michigan, the metal community gathered at the Crofoot in Pontiac as the Decibel Magazine Tour brought a masterclass in sonic destruction.





