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Maze of the Week #127 features both a black bear and a brown bear. National Black Bear Day is June 3.
Here was my preview image.
Here is the first version of the maze. The black bear version of the maze.
And the alternative version where I went a changed colors and so I changed the type of bear also.
Downloads are available in the comic book style maze section. Come back tomorrow to see what the comic book cover looks like !
Next weeks Maze Preview: Easy !
So you want to visit a labyrinth in Michigan. I can help. I have selected 10 of the best (there are over 100) that are accessible to the public from around the state, focusing on large population areas. If you want a full list of labyrinths in the state check out the Worldwide Labyrinth Finder. It was difficult to pick just 10, and with over 100 labyrinths in the state there is probably one near you !
Why visit a Labyrinth ?
Labyrinths are ancient and mysterious symbols that have been used for centuries for meditation, contemplation, and spiritual renewal. They are also a lot of fun to explore! If you're looking for a unique and challenging experience, walk a labyrinth with intention - it often leads to self-discovery. Personally, I like to walk labyrinths between dawn and sunrise or at sunset until dusk, but any time of day works. You may not realize it, but there is probably a labyrinth near where you live. Today we explore…
1. The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy - Gabriel Richard Park Labyrinth
This classical 5 circuit labyrinth made from bricks/pavers is located on the Detroit Riverwalk in the park right beside the MacArthur Bridge. The center of the labyrinth…..contains another labyrinth !
Location: Detroit, Michigan
Address:
7130 E Jefferson Ave
Detroit, Michigan 48207
2. Orchard Hill Reformed Church Labyrinth
All photos are courtesy of the church.
This Chartres style labyrinth is located on the east side of the church and is surrounded by trees, and flowers. Guided labyrinth pamphlets are available at the entrance. It has a page on the church website.
Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan
Address:
1465 Three Mile Road NW
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544
3. Matthaei Botanical Gardens Labyrinth
Matthaei Botanical Gardens Labyrinth - John Kannenberg - flickr
This Baltic style labyrinth at the Univ of Michigan Botanical Gardens is made from crushed limestone separated by grasses. You can find information about it on the gardens website.
Location: Ann Arbor
Address:
1800 N. Dixboro
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48105
4. Moores Park Labyrinth
45-48 seconds, bottom left corner
The grass labyrinth is between the pavilion on the hill and the river sidewalk. The park has a facebook page where you can see a photo of the labyrinth. The park overlooks the large power plant cross the river.
Location: Lansing, Michigan
Address:
420 Moores River Drive
Lansing, Michigan 48910
5. Christ Episcopal Church Labyrinth
A labyrinth placed in the grass outlined by bricks. You can learn more about the labyrinth on the church website. Find a photo of the labyrinth on waymarking.
Location: Dearborn, Michigan
Address:
120 North Military Rd.
Dearborn, Michigan 48124
6. Petoskey Community Labyrinth
Petoskey Community Labyrinth - Photo courtesy of the library
Located at the Petoskey public library, this 11 circuit labyrinth is made from charcoal and red bricks and is the Breamore design from The Labyrinth Company. Find information about the labyrinth on the library website.
Location: Petoskey, Michigan
Address:
Petoskey Public Library, 500 E. Mitchell
Petoskey, Michigan 49770
7. Unity of Kalamazoo Labyrinth
An octagonal 6 circuit labyrinth made from bricks that was designed by Kent Brigham. It has a really cool center design. You can find more information on the church website.
Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan
Address:
1204 Whites Rd.
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008
8. Holy Cross Lutheran Church Labyrinth
An 11 circuit Chartres style labyrinth located within the prayer gardens on east side of the church grounds. Learn more about the labyrinth on the church website.
Location: Livonia , Michigan
Address:
30650 Six Mile Road
Livonia , Michigan 48152
9. Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park Labyrinth
Located in the Judith Groleau Healing Garden, this beautiful 11 circuit Chartres inspired labyrinth is made from bricks/pavers, including manganese coated clay pavers. Plan a trip to the Botanic Garden on their website. Easy to find since it has it’s own entry on Google Maps.
Location: Traverse City, Michigan
Address:
1490 Red Drive
Traverse City, Michigan 49684
10. Cherry Point Farm and Market Labyrinth
Not public, this is a business, but it had to be included ! Open April-October, this contemporary labyrinth is 300 foot diameter ! One of the most unique labyrinths you will find, the pathways are created by mounds of earth and lavender plants and it is square around a large central garden. Must be seen. Plan your trip on the Farm website.
Location: Shelby, Michigan
Address:
9600 W Buchanan Road
Shelby, Michigan 49455
5 TIPS FOR VISITING A LABYRINTH
Set an intention for your walk so you can walk with purpose. It could be prayer, reflection, meditation, contemplation, or openness.
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as you will be doing a lot of walking.
Bring water with you, especially if you are visiting on a hot day.
Take your time and enjoy the experience. There is no need to rush through a labyrinth.
Be respectful of other visitors. This includes not making noise and being respectful if walking with other people.
5 BOOKS TO READ ABOUT LABYRINTH WALKING
I wrote a blog post reviewing the following 5 books, each that deals with walking labyrinths. You can check them out yourself at the Amazon links below or read this blog post: 5 Books about the Spiritual Aspect of Labyrinths to learn a little about what each book teaches.
Walking a Sacred Path: Rediscovering the Labyrinth as a Spiritual Tool by Dr. Lauren Artress 201 pages. AMZN
Labyrinth : Your Path to Self-Discovery by Tony Christie 312 pages. AMZN
Exploring the Labyrinth: A Guide For Healing and Spiritual Growth by Melissa Gayle West 209 pages AMZN
Walking the Labyrinth: A Place to Pray and Seek God by Travis Scholl 240 pages AMZN
Labyrinths from the Outside In: Walking to Spiritual Insight by Rev Dr Donna Schaper and Rev Dr Carole Ann Camp 187 pages AMZN
If you are interested in more spiritual labyrinth aspects I suggest the following websites:
Lauren Artress website - For coaching, workshops and classes.
Veriditas - The nonprofit labyrinth group founded by Lauren Artress
Worldwide Labyrinth Finder - Find a labyrinth to walk near you, or while on vacation
I am a maze artist but I have never made any mazes from #####. If you have suggestions - drop me a note. Otherwise here are some mazes of famous buildings:
The Pro Football Hall of Fame Maze
My YouTube algorithm knows me a little too well. Today I share some of those quirks with you in regards to making mazes. I do have my own YouTube channel where I make a video every week. The collection of videos below are ones that are worth your time if you are a maze maker or just a fan of design. Enjoy !
Maze Making with Ben Pawlowski by Kennedy Center Education Digital Learning
Video Length: 7:09
What you learn in this video: What is a Maze ; Making a Maze using the branch method and a pencil on paper. This includes options to make a maze more challenging ; 3 Maze Making Tips, including a list of maze artists
How to Draw a Maze (Easy!) by Ms. Cooper's Art Class
Video Length: 5:46
What you learn in this video: How to make a maze using a pen, pencil, an eraser and some paper. The construction method uses a pencil to make the pathways, then a pen to make the walls. Finally you erase the pencil marks and you have a maze. This channel also has a video on making an isometric maze if you are more advanced !
How to Make a Paper Straw Maze by Zart by Zart
Video Length: 1:15
What you learn in this video: That with a pencil, ruler, paper, scissors, a box, straws, some glue, and a small ball you can make a small maze. The final maze uses the straws as the walls of the maze which is placed inside a box with the ball being used to solve it !
How to Draw a Maze Step by step by Articco Drawing
Video Length: 2:16
What you learn in this video: I wouldn’t say you learn much in this video, but you do get to watch a simple maze being made with a marker on paper.
Get Lost with the World's Master Maze Maker by Great Big Story
Video Length: 2:16
What you learn in this video: Adrian Fisher, the world’s pre-eminent maze designer, speaking about maze making. With wonderful views of hedge mazes !
Other Maze Video Posts:
Watch mazes being made and solved on my YouTube channel !
How Corn mazes are Made - A Collection of Corn Maze Videos
My Favorite Maze and Labyrinth Videos
More interesting posts:
Issue #22 in my comic book cover series is called Jurassic Saga. I used starryai to get a nice jungle background for this one. Check out every comic book cover maze !
Stop back in a week for issue #23 !
