Northern Michigan BEAVER ISLAND 2021 - 2022 VISITOR’S GUIDE

www.beaverisland.org Leave no Trace Beaver Island is part of the Beaver Island Archipelago which includes High, Hog, Garden and other smaller islands. It is the largest Island in Lake Michigan with a total area of approximately 56 square miles. The Island enjoys incredible ecological diversity as its sand dunes, beaches, wetlands (including Great Lakes marshes, inland marshes, and bogs with flooring mats) inland lakes, hardwood forests, fields, meadows and other habitats support scientific research and education in the ecologically rich environment. This ecological diversity supports many plant and animal species. Hundreds of plant species enrich the island. Animals abound from white-tailed deer to Beaver. Bald Eagles can be regularly found. Bird Watching enthusiasts track and follow many varieties such as Caspian Terns, and songbirds that breed on and migrate through the Island.

PLEASE FOLLOW THE SEVEN PRINCIPLES OF “LEAVE NO TRACE” WHILE VISITING BEAVER ISLAND:

1 Plan ahead and prepare

2 Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces

3 Dispose of Waste Properly

4 Leave What You Find

5 Minimize Campfire Impacts

6 Respect Wildlife

7 Be Considerate of Other Visitors

2 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN Maps, Guides & Tourist Information... Available year-round. Located on the grounds of the Municipal Marina, just north of the ferry dock.

Phone (231) 448-2505 Email [email protected] CONTENTS Facebook Friends of Beaver Island 4 MAP OF BEAVER ISLAND 8 TRANSPORTATION 14 HOTELS, MOTELS, LODGES, B&B’S WELCOME TO 15 HOMES & COTTAGES TO RENT, RENTALS, RENTAL MANAGEMENT, MARINAS BEAVER ISLAND 18 RESTAURANTS 20 SHOPPING, EVENTS Visitors to Beaver Island look forward to its abundant nature 21 ENTERTAINMENT and solitude. There also are fine museums, gift shops, art & craft galleries, the golf course, tennis courts, Island tours, and many 22 SEASONS ON BEAVER ISLAND special events. Culinary options range from unique fast food to 23 CAMPING, RECREATION fine dining. 22 BEAVER ISLAND TOY MUSEUM: THE ART & TIMES Much of what the Island offers can be enjoyed free for the finding: 24 PICNIC AREAS, TAKE OUT MEALS beachcombing, bird watching, biking, hiking, camping, hunting, 25 DARK SKY fishing, cross-country skiing, or exploring the outer islands. There 26 BEAVER ISLAND & ARRONMORE - TWINED are over 100 miles of scenic roads, lighthouses, old trails, cabins, ISLANDS beaver dams, and beautiful wildflowers. 27 BEAVER ISLAND HISTORY MUSEUM Beaver Island is a pristine paradise with a year-round population 28 BEAVER ISLAND TOY MUSEUM of about 650 who have a history of welcoming visitors and 31 BUILDERS & SUPPLIERS sharing Irish traditions as well as the crystalline waters of the 34 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, PUBLIC SERVICES Beaver Island Archipelago. Plan a visit to America’s Emerald Isle. 37 REAL ESTATE, FINANCIAL SERVICES & INSURANCE, Chamber of Commerce 41 MEDIA, MARKETING, PUBLISHING, HEALTH CARE, WEDDINGS, CHURCHES 42 HUNTING & FISHING 43 THE GREAT OUTDOORS 43 BEAVER ISLAND TRAIL SUMMARY

2019 Beaver Island Map & Guide 19” x 28” Full Map & Guide A must for visitors! $7.00 by mail Please send check to: BI Chamber of Commerce PO Box 5, Beaver Island, MI 49782 Photo Credits: Cynthia Hector Johnson, Becca Foli, and Frank Solle For complete information visit: www.beaverisland.org

WWW.BEAVERISLAND.ORG �� 3 Freesoli Rd Freesoli

Pine Ave Bay St Bay

Oak St

Lookout Dr 4 BEAVER GEMS Dr Beaver ST. JAMES BOAT SHOP GIFT SHOP Lake Dr. BEAVER ISLAND LODGE 11 �� 2 3 6 5 Main St Beaver Lodge Dr Lodge Beaver 12 4 7 Pine Ave BEAVER ISLAND 8 DEBS ing’s Hwy LUMBER COMPANY CREATIONS K

Gull Harbor Dr. OAKWOOD LODGE 13 BEAVER ISLAND MARINA Inisfree Lane CONDOS 1 DALWHINNIE 14 POST OFFICE nough Rd MCDONOUGH’S MARKET 9 McDo HARBOR VIEW MOTEL 32 COMMUNITY CENTER BEAVER ISLAND REALTY WHISKEY POINT BREWING CO.

HARBOR MARKET Ma 58 16 15 BEAVER ISLAND GALLERY ED WOJAN REALTY 21 PROTOPIA STUDIOS BEAVER ISLAND STATE BANK St in Donegal Bay Rd 30 18 17 CHAMBER & EMERALD ISLE INN 56 BEACHCOMBER MUNICPAL MARINA MARITIME MUSEUM 31 19 22 ERIN MOTEL LAKESPORTS & PARADISE BAY GIFTS 29 39 10 BEAVER ISLAND 20 23 BIBCO FERRY DOCK BEAVER ISLAND TOY STORE DISTRICT LIBRARY 27 St POWERS SHAMROCK DADDY FRANK’S 24 Main HARDWARE PRINT SHOP MUSEUM 25 BEAVER ISLAND Bonne 46 PARISH HALL Karnes Dr COMMUNITY SCHOOL 28 r 26 HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC CHURCH PUBLIC BEACH

37 ISLE HAVEN RESORT BROTHER’S PLACE BEAVER HARBOR LIGHT 33 36 . Nature Trail bor Dr Gull Har

REAL ESTATE ONE & RICHARDS RENTAL 34  MANAGEMENT Places to go and things to see on

Hannon Dr BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN King’s Hwy BEAVER ISLAND

38 BEAVER ISLAND MEDICAL CENTER

Beaver Harbo r Dr 35 STONEY ACRE GRILL

Encoh Hill

ISLAND BEAVER ISLAND ENERGIES 42 TRANSFER STATION 55

Barneys Lake Rd East Side Dr Grant’s Rd 47 49 CIRCLE M HOLY CROSS RESTAURANT

CEMETARY East Side Dr Side East

Old Church Crest Rd

43 MCDONOUGH 44 CONSTRUCTION EAGER BEAVER CLEAN STORE

King’s Hw

39 Airport Rd Walke Air ISLAND port AIRWAYS

41 BEAVER ISLAND GOLF COURSE

FRESH AIR AVIATION

PARADISE BAY 45 COFFEE SHOP

BEAVER ISLAND RETREAT 48

50 CMU BIOLOGICAL STATION

53 51 THE BIG ROCK BILL WAGNER CAMPGROUND

54 THE BIG BIRCH

52 BEAVER ISLAND HEAD LIGHT Freesoli Rd Freesoli

Pine Ave Bay St Bay

Oak St

Lookout Dr BEAVER GEMS Dr Beaver ST. JAMES BOAT SHOP GIFT SHOP Lake Dr. 2 BEAVER ISLAND LODGE 11 3 6 5 Main St Beaver Lodge Dr Lodge Beaver 12 4 7 Pine Ave BEAVER ISLAND 8 DEBS ing’s Hwy LUMBER COMPANY CREATIONS K

37 ISLE HAVEN RESORT BROTHER’S PLACE BEAVER HARBOR LIGHT 33 36 . Nature Trail bor Dr Gull Har

REAL ESTATE ONE & RICHARDS RENTAL 34 MANAGEMENT

Hannon Dr

King’s Hwy

38 BEAVER ISLAND MEDICAL CENTER

Beaver Harbo r Dr 35 STONEY ACRE GRILL

Encoh Hill WWW.BEAVERISLAND.ORG

Barneys

Lake Rd East Side Dr Side East ISLAND BEAVER ISLAND Hwy Kings 42 TRANSFER STATION Sloptown Rd ENERGIES Ln Mor’s Donnel 55 East Side Dr 40 Barneys Lake Rd 45 48 Grant’s Rd Rd Side West 47 49

�� CIRCLE M Kings Hwy Kings HOLY CROSS RESTAURANT Rd Lake Fox 50

CEMETARY West Side Rd Side West

POINTS OF INTEREST Dr Side East 57 Old Church Crest Rd 53 Oakwood Lodge Condos 1 Ed Wojan Realty 31 54 51 Beaver Island Lodge 2 Harbor View Motel 32 43 MCDONOUGH CONSTRUCTION

St. James Boat Shop 3 Brother’s Place 33 44 EAGER BEAVER Rd Side West Beaver Island Marina 4 Richard’s R. Management 34 CLEAN STORE Dr Side East Dalwhinnie 5 Stoney Acre Grill 35 McDonough’s Market 6 Beaver Harbor Light 36

Whiskey Point Brewing Co. 7 Isle Haven Resort 37 y State Bank 8 Beaver Island Maritime Museum 9 Medical Center 38

King’s Hw Beaver Island Toy Store 10 Island Airways 39 Beaver Island Lumber Fresh Air Aviation 40 Company 11 Beaver Island Golf Course 41 52 Beaver Gems Gift Shop 12 Island Energies 42 East Side Dr Debs Creations 13 McDonough Construction 43 Post Office 14 Eager Beaver Beaver Island Realty 15 Clean & Store 44 Community Center 16 Paradise Bay Coffee Shop 45 Holy Cross Beachcomber 17 39 Catholic Church 46 Harbor Market 18 Airport Rd Holy Cross Cemetary 47 Walke Airport ISLAND Shamrock 19 AIRWAYS Beaver Island Retreat 48 Emerald Isle Inn 20 Circle M Restaurant 49 Beaver Island Chamber & Municipal Marina 21 CMU Biological Station 50 Erin Motel 22 Bill Wagner Camp Ground 51 Powers Hardware 23 Beaver Island Head Light 52 Print Shop Museum 24 The Big Rock 53 Parish Hall 25 The Big Birch 54 Public Beach 26 Beaver Island Transfer Station 55 Daddy Frank’s 27 Beachcomer 56 Beaver Island School 28 Beaver Island

5 Beaver Island Music Festival 57 41 Community Library 29 Protopia Studios 58 BEAVER ISLAND Beaver Island Gallery 30 GOLF COURSE

FRESH AIR AVIATION

PARADISE BAY 45 COFFEE SHOP

BEAVER ISLAND RETREAT 48

50 CMU BIOLOGICAL STATION

53 51 THE BIG ROCK BILL WAGNER CAMPGROUND

54 THE BIG BIRCH

52 BEAVER ISLAND HEAD LIGHT Dalwhinnie THE GATHERING PLACE

• Espresso Drinks • Fresh Pastries • Catering • Famous Portabella • Hand Crafted Pies Mushroom Sandwich • Fresh Deli Salads • Breakfast, Lunch • Boxed Lunches & Pop Up Dinners

NOW SERVING BEER, WINE & LIQUOR 231-448-2736

• Full line of groceries • Local Books • Specialty Foods • Resort Wear by Gear • Fresh Cut Meat & Fresh for Sports Produce • Maps • Full Selection • Cards of Wine & Liquor • Appliances • Michigan Lotto • Emerald Isle Fuel McDonough’s Propane mcdonoughsmarket.com Market, Inc. 231-448-2733

6 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN Island Airways Serving the aviation needs of Beaver Island since 1945

Operated by McPhillips Flying Service, Inc. Beaver Island’s committed aviation service provider.

Safe, efficient, and fun ride to Beaver Island Only a 15 minute flight! • Pet Friendly • FAA Certified Air Ambulance Here to serve all your freight needs.

www.islandairways.com 111 Airport Drive Charlevoix, MI 49720

Call For Your Reservation Today Toll Free: 800-524-6895 Charlevoix: 231-547-2141 • Beaver Island: 231-448-2071

WWW.BEAVERISLAND.ORG �� 7 TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM: TRANSPORTATION To the island: (example) Travel to and from Beaver Island is made easy for visitors. Beaver Island Boat Company has two ON THE ISLAND TO BEAVER ferry’s, the Beaver Islander and the Emerald Isle. Both ferries carry ISLAND passengers and cars. Reservations for cars are needed in advance B’S Taxi and can be made starting as early as January. Don’t wait to make Seasonal taxi service to Beaver Island a reservation if you want to bring your car as space fills quickly! A anywhere on the Island Boat Company (p) 989.239.9292 trip from Charlevoix to Beaver Island typically takes a little over www.bibco.com two hours. (p) 888.446.4095 | Burton Car Rental 231.547.2311 Two airlines service Beaver Island and fly to and from the island and E-Bike (e) [email protected] every hour so you have a lots of choices for travel times. 30#’s (p) 231.838.2883 of luggage is included in the ticket price and additional weight (e) [email protected] Fresh Air Aviation is charged at a nominal fee per pound. Flying to the island from www.freshairaviation.net Charlevoix takes approximately 15 minutes. Duffy’s Auto (p) 1.888.FLYRGHT Rental & Service CHARLEVOIX On the island: (example) Beaver Island is 13 miles long and 6 miles www.beaverislandrentalcars.com 231.237.9482 wide. If visitors want to traverse the island, transportation on the (p) 231.448.3132 BEAVER ISLAND island is needed. Whether you bring your own car, bikes, or both or (e) [email protected] 231.448.2089 if you choose to rent on the island, we strongly recommend having (e) [email protected] transportation so that the entire island can be enjoyed.

Island Airways Unable to bring your car on the ferry? No problem! Beaver www.islandairways.com Island has two rental car companies and bike rentals to help you (p) 800.524.6895 navigate the island. Reservations for rental cars are required and (e) [email protected] should be made as soon as possible.

Take a Breath of Fresh Air! BEAVERDiscover ISLAND DAILY FLIGHTS FROM CHARLEVOIX LIGHTHOUSE AIR TOURS Charter Flights to Your Destination of Choice 888-359-7448 www.freshairaviation.net

8 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN Duffy’s Rentals has been providing Beaver Island visitors with reliable car service for years. Our primary goal is to provide the best customer service possible so you can simply enjoy the island and Beaver Island, Michigan worry less about the details.

beaverislandrentalcars.com 231-448-3132 [email protected]

St. James Boat Shop STRIP WOOD CANOES • KAYAKS DINGHIES • PADDLE BOARDS

Your Trusted Year Around Specializing in Handcrafted Beaver Island Rental Service Cherry Wood Boats & Buckets (231) 838-2883 SINCE 1985 (231) 448-2365 www.stjamesboatshop.com

WWW.BEAVERISLAND.ORG �� 9

Plan a Day Trip Want to visit for just the day? Daily round trip passage is available most days in our peak season. You should arrive at the ferry dock by 7:30 a.m. for the 8:30 a.m. departure from Charlevoix. The last boat departs at 5:20 p.m. from Beaver Island. Make sure to arrive about 30 minutes prior to boat departure. A day trip pairs with our historic island tours! May 25th and 27th, and September 1st and 2nd day trips are unavailable.

About Our Boats • Comfortable passenger cabins with table seating and reclining chairs • Open air decks with tables and benches • Light vending available • Well-mannered pets allowed on leashes in designated areas BEAVER ISLAND BOAT COMPANY • Emerald Isle equipped with stair lift 103 BRIDGE PARK DR. CHARLEVOIX, MI 49720 • Restrooms aboard both vessels Email: [email protected] WWW.BIBCO.COM Local: 231-547-2311 • Smoking is prohibited • WIFI

@BIBCOferry

10 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN EACHFares WAY 2021 Schedule APRIL MAY JUNE Non-Peak Peak May 24 – Sept 7 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S Adult (ages 13+) $27.50 $32.50 1 1* 2* 3 4 5 2 3 5 7 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Child (ages 5-12) $15 $20 14 16 9 10 12 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 19 21 23 16 17 19 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Child (under 5 years) No Charge No Charge 26 28 30 23t 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 29 30 30 31 Pets** $12 $12 Bicycle $12 $12 JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S Vehicles $100* and up $105* and up 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 5 6 7t 8 9 10 11 Group rates available for groups of 20 or more. 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 12 13 15 17 18 Please see our COVID policy on our website. 18 19 20 21 22 23 24t 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 19 20 22 24 25 t * Vehicle pricing varies with vehicle dimensions. Vehicle Reservations required. 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 29 30 31 26 27 29 Please call or visit our website for additional pricing, restrictions and promotions. **See website for Pet Policy. ***Please visit our website for more information on our Title VI and ADA policies. OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER ****Passenger Tickets are good for one year from purchase date. S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 1 3 5 6 1 3 3 4 6 8 9 7 8 10 12 13 6 8 10 10 11 13 15 16 14 15 16 17 19 20 13 15 17 Parking To Petoskey 17 18 20 22 23 21 22 23 24 20 24 25 27 29 30 28 29 31

Beach Parking Departures DEPARTING DEPARTING PARK AVE Non-Peak Season Public Parking CHARLEVOIX BEAVER ISLAND 11:30 AM ONE TRIP 8:20 AM ONE TRIP 2:30 PM t May 23rd additional 5:20 PM 11:20 AM E ST departure from Beaver Island AT

ST 11:30 AM 8:20 AM TWO TRIPS BELVEDERE AVE 5:30 PM 2:20 PM

DEPARTING DEPARTING Shuttle service is only available To Airport CHARLEVOIX Peak Season BEAVER ISLAND 40 minutes prior to boat departure. 8:30 AM ONE TRIP 11:20 AM OUR OFFICE BUILDING is built into the side of the hill next to the bridge on 8:30 AM ONE TRIP 5:20 PM Bridge Park Drive. It faces Round Lake next to the channel. Turn East onto Bridge TWO TRIPS 8:30 AM 11:20 AM t Sept 7th No 5:20 PM Park Drive, just South of the bridge. 2:30 PM 5:20 PM departure off Beaver Island FREE DAY PARKING is available at two public lots. DeWitt Lot (Public Parking 8:30 AM 11:20 AM on map) is located on Park Avenue; the other is at the end of Palmer Street 2:30 PM THREE TRIPS *2:20 PM* (Beach Parking on map), take Park Ave to turn right on Grant, located by Pine * 5:30 PM * 5:20 PM River Channel. Walk to ferry dock via Pine River Channel Walkway. No overnight FOUR TRIPS parking is allowed at either lot. 8:30 AM t July 24th additional 8:00 PM * 8:20 AM * * 11:30 AM * departure from Charlevoix 11:20 AM 2:30 PM * 2:20 PM * OVERNIGHT PARKING (PERMIT REQUIRED) is available for $5.00 per night, t * 5:30 PM * July 25th additional 5:20 AM 5:20 PM or $25.00 per week at our offsite locations. You must arrive 1 hour before boat departure from Beaver Island departure time to avoid having to valet your vehicle. When you check in at our office to purchase a parking permit, our staff will direct you to an open lot with All departures are the vessel EMERALD ISLE except detailed directions and shuttle times. A shuttle service is available for the driver- * denotes the vessel BEAVER ISLANDER. only of vehicles. Due to limited shuttle space, please leave luggage, pets, and EMERALD ISLE is wheelchair accessible. passengers at the ferry dock before parking your vehicle. Rates, schedules and specific vessel are subject to change without notice. VALET PARKING (TO THE LOT ONLY) is available for $25.00. We will drive your Please check our website for updates. All trips are weather permitting. vehicle to the desired parking facility and hold your keys in our Charlevoix office.

BEAVER ISLAND BOAT COMPANY 103 BRIDGE PARK DR. CHARLEVOIX, MI 49720 | Email: [email protected] WWW.BIBCO.COM | Local: 231-547-2311

WWW.BEAVERISLAND.ORG �� 11 Beaver Island Gems

(231) 448 2278 (231) 448 2570 (231) 448 2278 www.beaverislandlodge.com

www.beaverislandrestaurants.com

Stoney Acre Grill & Pub (231) 448 2560 (231) 448 2950

Harbour Market & Deli

Lodge & Restaurant

(231) 448 2396

12 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN NEW OWNERSHIP Vic & Anna Van Deventer

13 Years in the Hospitality Industry

Various awards from Booking.com, Trip Advisor & Hotels Combined 5 Star Reviews

Eight 2 bedroom efficiencies, sleeps 6 Eight standard rooms with 2 queens, sleeps 4

In-town, close to everything: walk to the public beach & the Ferry

www.emeraldislandinn.com PO Box 507, 37985 Kings Hwy, Beaver Island, MI 49782

Call for your reservations today! 231-448-2376 [email protected]

WWW.BEAVERISLAND.ORG �� 13 HOTELS | MOTELS | LODGES | B&B’S

ON BEAVER ISLAND The Erin Motel IN CHARLEVOIX (p) 231.448.2240 The Brothers’ Place (e) [email protected] Weathervane Terrace (p) 630.920.0719 off-season Inn & Suites 231.448.2204 summer season Harbor View Motel www.weathervane-chx.com (e) [email protected] www.harborviewbeaverisland.com (p) 800.552.0025 | 231.547.9955 (p) 231.448.2201 (e) [email protected] Beaver Island Lodge (e) [email protected] www.beaverislandlodge.com (p) 231.448.2396 Isle Haven Resort (e) [email protected] (p) 231.448.2853 May-October 231.740.8551 November-April Beaver Island Retreat (e) [email protected] www.beaverislandretreat.com (p) 614.571.5062 or 330.413.4434 Oak Woods (e) [email protected] Condominiums and Rentals (formerly Laurain Lodge) The Convent www.oakwoodslodge.com For Unit 7 Reservations and Information www.theconvent.us (p) 517.227.1129 (p) 231.242.3125 (e) [email protected] (e) [email protected] For Unit 9 Reservations and Information (p) 231.675.6517 Emerald Isle Inn (e) [email protected] www.emeraldislandinn.com (p) 231.448.2376

ERIN MOTEL

UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP Kim & Bill Battle Rooms Newly Remodeled Walking Distance to Boats & Restaurants Located on Paradise Bay for Swimming & Relaxing

26260 Main St, Beaver Island, MI, 49782 [email protected] • 231-448-2240

14 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN HOMES & COTTAGES TO RENT For a list of all rentals visit: www.beaverisland.org

Burton Rentals Enjoy the Seasons of Beaver Island

Step away from the hustle and bustle, come and enjoy the unique experiences of small town living in of one of nature’s most amazing places. An island rich in history and offering miles of: pristine beaches, beautiful roads, trails, lakes, fields, forests, plant life, animals, and more. Enjoy the Luxury of... The entire family can enjoy this beautiful place to explore and get away! Our website Visitor’s Guide offers a large selection of Beaver let us help you book your Island home rentals. This is a great way to relax and enjoy perfect vacation today. Beaver Island. Prices range from $600 to $2300 per week. Summer Rates June 15 - September 15 These beautiful homes are ideal for families or two couples to Off Season Rates September 16 - June 14 economically enjoy Beaver Island for 5-7 days. Visit us at Airbnb or VRBO for the most current booking rates. Rental listings can be found on our web Visitor’s Guide near Call us for special Off-Season rates: the top of the left side of the home page. Take a look, there are We offer Return Visitor, Weather Related Layover, and Island Property Owner Discounts. plenty of pictures. You will be pleasantly surprised at how much hotel suite style luxury is available and affordable. 38253 Freesoil Avenue, Beaver Island, MI. 49782 ...Beaver Island Homes & Cottages 231-448-2365 | 231-838-2883

RENTALS

Burtons Rentals Dalwhinnie Apartments Powers Hardware Rentals (p) 231.838.2883 (p) 231.448.2733 or 231.448.2499 AirBnB (e) [email protected] (e) [email protected] Also book with Airbnb Richards Rental Give Me Shelter Management Services Beaver Island Realty (p) 217.979.3040 www.beaver-island-rentals.com Cottage Rental Program (e) [email protected] (p) 231.675.6717 www.beaverislandrealty.com Also book with VRBO (e) [email protected] (p) 231.448.2366 (e) [email protected]

RENTAL MARINAS MANAGEMENT Beaver Island Municipal Beaver Island Municipal Marina Marina Richards Rental North Dock South Dock Management Services (p) 231.448.2300 (p) 231.448.2366 www.beaver-island-rentals.com SLIP RESERVATIONS SLIP RESERVATIONS (p) 231.675.6717 www.midnrreservations.com www.midnrreservations.com (e) [email protected] (p) 800.447.2757 (p) 800.447.2757 (e) [email protected] (e) harbormasterstjamestwp.bi@ gmail.com

WWW.BEAVERISLAND.ORG �� 15 Beaver Island Retreat

Luxury, outdoor accommodations designed to bring you unprecedented comforts while experiencing serenity and dark skies in nature unspoiled

Queen Bed, Memory Foam Mattress, Bottle of Wine on Arrival Unlimited Lump Charcoal, Unlimited Ice, Unlimited Firewood, Log Pavilion, Guest Kitchen, Guest Laundry, Individual Bath Houses

shhh… just tell them you were camping

beaverislandretreat.com

15487 Kings Hwy Beaver Island, MI 49872 614-571-5062

16 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN SHANOULE LODGE A beautiful handcrafted wood lodge situated in 30 acres of hardwood trees yet only 7 minutes to town or a beach to enjoy your time on Beaver Island. This home has beautiful wood interior with 5 bedrooms and 4 1/2 baths to comfortably sleep 10 people. It is perfect for weddings, hunting/fishing groups and large families. A wonderful place to getaway and explore all the beauty of Beaver Island.

Rents Sunday to Saturday at only $1375 a week, or $250 a night – 4 night minimum. $200 cleaning fee not included in weekly rental price. Low season September 15th-December 10th; April-May 30th – weekly rate is $1000 or $200 night -minimum 4 nights.

Call Gustavo Artaza for Reservations at (512) 633-7994 or email [email protected]

BEAVER ISLAND Boat Rentals JET SKIS • PONTOONS • ATV’S • TOURS CELL (231) 459-6688 • (231) 448-2726 • BeaverIslandBoatRentals.com

WWW.BEAVERISLAND.ORG �� 17 RESTAURANTS

Beachcomber Shamrock Restaurant & Pub MAINLAND www.shamrockbarrestaurant. www.shamrockbarrestaurant.com com/beachcomber (p) 231.448.2278 The Rowe Inn (p) 231.448.2469 (e) [email protected] www.roweinn.com (p) 231.588.7351 Circle M Bar & Restaurant Stoney Acre Grill & (e) [email protected] (p) 231.448.2513 Donegal Danny’s Pub (e) [email protected] www.stoneyacre-donegaldannys.com Villager Pub (p) 231.448.2560 www.thevillagerpub.com Daddy Franks (p) 231.547.6925 (p) 231.448.2570 “The Restaurant” – (e) [email protected] Beaver Island Lodge Dalwhinnie Bakery and Deli www.beaverislandlodge.com www.mcdonoughsmarket.com (p) 231.448.2396 (p) 231.448.2736 (e) [email protected]

Paradise Bay Coffee Whiskey Point Brewery Shop and Restaurant www.whiskeypointbrewing.com www.paradisebaycoffee.com (p) 231.448.2112 (p) 231.448.3003 (e) brewmasters@ (e) [email protected] whiskeypointbrewing.com

Island-made Cra Beverages whiskeypointbrewing.com | 231-448-2112

18 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN CircleRestaurant & BarM ISLAND An Island Landmark and Family Friendly BarCircle & Restaurant M Restaurant located & Bar ENERGIES just a mile and half out of town! 231-448-2513 An Island LandmarkOUTDOOR and Family SEATING Friendly AVAILABLEBar & Restaurant located just 4 Corner Gas Station & Convenience Store a mile and half out of town LAWN GAMES GROCERIES • BEER, WINE, LIQUOR Outdoor seating available Island Energies Open 7 Days a week for food from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm CLOTHING & SOUVENIRS • AUTOMOTIVE Lawn Games Full Bar open 7 days a week starting at 5:00 pm 4 Corner Gas Station & Convenience Store Open 7 Days a week for food from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm 231-448-2007231-448-2007 Full Bar open231-448-2513 7 days a week starting at 5:00 pm Groceries – Beer, Wine, Liquor – Clothing & Souvenirs - Automotive

Paradise Bay Coffee Shop & Restaurant

Serving fresh roasted coffee, breakfast, lunch, specialty coffees, and tea. It also features convenience store items, baked goods, and souvenirs.

A farmer’s market is held every Thursday throughout the summer outside the shop. Coffee is roasted at the coffee shop at least one day each week during the summer. The public is welcome to watch the process.

Visit ParadiseBayCoffee.com for more information and to order coffee online.

(231) 448-3003 34230 Donnell Mor’s Lane, Beaver Island, Michigan 49782

WWW.BEAVERISLAND.ORG �� 19 SHOPPING BEAVER ISLAND Beaver Gems & Island Energies Events 2021 Shipwreck Shirts (p) 231.448.2007 www.beavergems.com (e) [email protected] MAY 29-30W Beaver Island Birding Trail (p) 231.448.2888 Memorial weekend (e) [email protected] Lakesports & Paradise Bay Gifts JUNE 12-13 Lilacs & Lyrics Beaver Island Gift Shop (p) 231.448.2166 JUNE 18-19 Beaver Island Bike Festival (p) 231.448.2860 (e) [email protected] JUNE 20 PABI Summer Solstice dinner Beaver Island Studio McDonough’s Market and Gallery www.mcdonoughsmarket.com JUNE 26 Dave Bennett Quartet www.beaverislandstudio.com (p) 231.448.2733 (p) 231.448.2115 JUNE 26 Beaver Island Sustainability Fair (e) [email protected] St. James Boat Shop www.stjamesboatshop.com JUNE 26 Dark Sky Viewing with Music, Beaver Island Toy (p) 231.838.2883 Donegal Bay Store and Museum (e) [email protected] (p) 231.448.2480 JUNE 29 Trudy Works Memorial MAINLAND Women’s Golf Tournament Debs Creations JULY 2 Sylvia- CMU Summer Theater (p) 269.214.0133 Bartlett’s Home Interiors (Charlevoix) JULY 3 Red Herring, www.bartlettshomeinteriors.com Do-It-Best Hardware CMU Summer Theater www.powershardware.com (p) 866.547.2884 | 231.547.2884 (e) general@ (p) 231.448.2572 JULY 4 Independence Day Parade bartlettshomeinteriors.com Eager Beaver JULY 5 Independence Day Fireworks Clean & Store Central Drug Store (p) 231.448.2050 Jeff Steffey, Pharmacist JULY 10 Glen McDonough Memorial 301 Bridge Street Concert www.central-drug.com (p) 231.547.2424 JULY 15-17 Beaver Island Music Festival (e) [email protected] JULY 18-24 Museum Week

JULY 21 PABI Summer Gala

JULY 30-AUG 7 Baroque on Beaver

AUGUST 6-8 Beaver Island Homecoming

AUGUST 8 Bocce Ball Tournament

AUGUST 14 RFD Boys

SEPTEMBER 4 Claudia Schmidt

For location and additional events such as dark sky events, yoga, robotics, and bingo visit beaverisland.org or https://bicenter.org/calender/

20 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN ENTERTAINMENT Throughout each year a variety of events are enjoyed by Islanders and visitors alike. Many locals of Irish descent take charge of regular celebrations, starting with a full schedule of St. Patrick’s Day fun. The ‘Bite of Beaver’ Island food fest in October also includes a craft show and fun run, helping to cap our spectacular fall color season. The Community Center, across from the ferry dock in the “heart of downtown,” is home to a variety of events ranging from current films, comedy shows, musical productions, concerts, live theater, and more. Three music festivals share the Island’s long summer days and cool comfortable evenings, while numerous talented local artists and craft persons call Beaver Island their home.

Beaver Island Community Center www.biccenter.org (p) 231.448.2022 (e) [email protected]

B. I. Cultural Arts Association www.baroqueonbeaver.org (p) 269.217.5901 (e) [email protected]

Beaver Island Music Festival www.bimf.net (p) 231.838.2883 (e) [email protected] BEAVER ISLAND Holy Cross Catholic Hall www.beaverisland.org/holy-cross-hall (p) 231.448.2206 (e) [email protected] MUSIC Patrons of the Arts in Rural Communities www.bimf.net (p) 231.838.2883 FESTIVAL (e) [email protected]

July 15.16.17 2021 BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN BIMF.net

WWW.BEAVERISLAND.ORG �� 21 Seasons on Beaver Island

TIME TO SMELL THE FLOWERS An Island Spring... more like falling in love. Wildflowers and other protected plants abound in the forests, upon the trails and dunes, In dreamtime, walk a trail wrapped in fields of lilacs, stroll over to Barney’s Lake Nature Preserve, fishing, kayaking, sightseeing, hiking, biking... all come alive in this place. VIBRANCY OF FALL Beaver Island’s fall colors are spectacular and occur a little later than on the mainland because of the temperature moderation brought about by Lake Michigan. The big lake remains warm enough for swimming well into September. Some lodging “bargains” are available in the spring and fall. EXPERIENCE THE SERENITY AND ADRENALIN OF WINTER Quiet winter island, in a silence made more intense by frozen glass bays, heavy snow blankets and towers of blue icebergs... Stillness in crisp, vibrant air. Chilled with the thrill of cross-country skis slicing across fresh power snows in dark evergreens. Winter in a Michigan island forest, surrounded by frozen waves curved into frothy sculptures. Sledding on sand dunes, strolling down quaint winter streets of a tiny friendly town. Campfires and hot chocolate, ice skating on perfect inland lakes of silver rainbow glass. The adventure of snowmobiles cutting across fields, lakes and down groomed and unfettered trails, or back to those quaint streets to join a fleet of riders in the white. Pleasure, peace or high adventure awaits YOU on the Island.

22 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN CAMPING RECREATION

St. James Township Campground Beaver Island Golf Course • $10 per night per campsite www.beaverislandgolf.com • 12 rustic sites (no showers or electricity) (p) 231.448.2301 • Located on the north end of the Island (off Donegal Bay Rd. one mile (e) [email protected] from the Harbor area). Cycle Life Events Bill Wagner Peaine Township Campground www.beaverislandbikefestival.com • $10 per night per campsite (p) 231.342.2003 • 22 rustic sites (no showers or electricity) • Located on the east side of the Island (seven miles south of Harbor (e) [email protected] area, via East Side Road).

Campgrounds are open April 1st through the end of November. NO RESERVATIONS: First-come, first-serve. Campgrounds are rarely full more than one day at a time. QUESTIONS: Please email the Beaver Island Chamber of Commerce at www.beaverisland.org or call 231-448-2505.

beAver iSlAnd Golf courSe & drivinG rAnGe A wee bit of ScotlAnd on the emerAld iSle

Play 9 holes/18 holes Unlimited Golf Annual Adult Memberships Adults - $20/$32 $120 for 1 Week (7 days) First Member - $485 Children - $10/$15 (under age 12) Per Person Additional Family Member - $335 Punch Cards Annual Youth Membership Power Carts Pay for 10 Games, $200 Ages 12-11 - $225 9 Holes - $15 Get 11th Game Free! 18 Holes - $25 Annual Private Driving Range Power Cart Privileges Pull Carts - $2 Small Basket - $5 $150 Per Season Rental Clubs - $25 Large Basket - $10 January 1 - December 31

TOUR THE GOLF COURSE AT: www.beaverislandandgolfcourse.com 231-448-2301

WWW.BEAVERISLAND.ORG �� 23 PICNIC AREAS Whiskey Point Municipal Marina Heritage Park And many more or Beaver Head Hike the Kuebler Trail or the locations!!! Lighthouses Public Beach near Blue Trail or many others Holy Cross Church St. James The Am Vets Park Campground or Bill Arranmore Grotto Wagner Campground Font Lake Park Little Sand Bay Behind Peaine Township Hall Martin’s Bluff Iron Ore Bay, French Bay, or Cable’s Creek Little Sand Bay Hike the Blue Trail Greene’s Lake, Fox Lake, Font Stone Circle Lake, or Lake G. Barney’s Lake Miller’s Marsh Sunset at Top of Mt. Pisgah Donegal Bay Watch planes come and go at either airport

TAKE OUT MEALS Enjoy some time outside and grab a lunch or dinner to go. LUNCH & DINNER Stoney Acre Grill BREAKFAST & LUNCH (p) 231.448.2560 Dalwhinnie Bakery & Deli www.stoneyarce-donegaldannys.com (p) 231.448.2736 DINNER PICNIC SUPPLIES AND SNACKS Circle M Island Energies (p) 231.448.2469 (p) 231.448.2207 Shamrock (e) [email protected] On-line ordering: www.toasttab.com/shamrock-bar-restaurant McDonough’s Market Daddy Franks (p) 231.448.2733 (p) 231.448.2570 On-line ordering: www.toasttab.com/daddy-franks

24 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN Dark Sky

St James Township Campground

Beaver Island is unique as our location in the middle of northern Lake Michigan gives some of the darkest night skies in the world. Sky Quality measurements (SQM) are measured on a scale from 16 to 22 with 16 indicating maximum light pollution and 22 indicating the absence of all light pollution. Readings all over the Island are consistently excellent with an average of 21SQM. Beginning at sunset, Beaver Island delivers all the glories of the night sky. The Milky Way, Northern Lights, and meteor showers Beaver Head Lighthouse Sanctuary amaze amateur as well the most seasoned stargazer. The Beaver Island Chamber of Commerce invites you to enjoy and atmosphere of quiet peace, little traffic, scenic areas, trails and waterways that mark your path to discovering the joy of relaxing Beaver Head Flag Harbor Lighthouse under the stars.

WWW.BEAVERISLAND.ORG �� 25 Beaver Island & Arranmore Twined Islands

Two Islands When God created Ireland He held back a tiny part. He picked it up so gently And pressed it to His heart. He knew in all His wisdom Of the fate that lay ahead. So in place of making just one land, He’d make two instead.

He looked the whole world over, For many generations with stones from the various homes and Far across the Sea. a bond has existed lands of those early Irish settlers. There And decided on a wondrous place is also a small piece of glass from the Where people could be free between Beaver Island and Arranmore lighthouse that was placed With this in mind He settle back, Arranmore Island, County in the Grotto, which reflects a beam of A little time for thought. light back into the night sky. The Beaver A way of transportation Donegal, Ireland. Although Island Historical Society has collected Was really what He sought. physically separated by the photos and sketches of the early Irish which will be shared with the people of The plan unfolds before Him, Atlantic, the two islands Arranmore, while the stories and music And He decided upon are inextricably linked. of their ancestors are shared through the A group of little helpers, generations. To be known as Leprechauns. These links were forged during the Before His thoughts were ended, Beaver Island not only celebrates St. years of the Great Hunger when hordes They were on the scene. of people fled from all parts of Ireland Patrick’s Day, but also held its first feile in A happy lot, you may be sure, to escape poverty and starvation. A 2019. The feile (Irish for festival) features These creatures dressed in green. large number of Arranmore immigrants presentations from local historians, A way was paved with stardust, settled on Beaver, declaring it their own live music, Irish dancing, and curragh And the journey was to start miniature Ireland in exile. In the year races/rides in the harbor. These hearty Then God gave them a pack-age 2000, Beaver and Arranmore Island(s) celebrations from rich and authentic Irish From deep within his heart. were officially “twinned” and monuments roots enhance the Island experience for It was picked very carefully, were dedicated to recognize this unique both residents and visitors alike. the trip overseas began, cultural bond. On Beaver, there is the That’s how Beaver Island Arranmore Grotto at Holy Cross Became America’s Ireland. Catholic Cemetery, which was built ~ Bea Boyle, “97

26 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN Beaver Island History Museum The history of Beaver Island is a story of both its land and its people. For over 60 years, the Beaver Island Historical Society has been working to preserve and display a history that makes this Island unique. The Print Shop Museum offers visitors the history of Irish fishing families who fled famine in the 1840s and settled on Beaver Island. We commemorate the remarkable saga of Strangite Mormons who established a kingdom here in the 1850s. A priceless mural commissioned in the 1930s by the Works Progress Administration is on brilliant display. The Print Shop Museum also showcases Native American artifacts from the last millennium, histories of Native American lives on the islands of our Archipelago as well as documentation of their life today. The Marine Museum tells the story of the Island's Great Lakes history. On display is memorabilia of fishing families, steamship Captains and Lifesaving Stations. The waters around the Beaver Archipelago are the resting place of over 100 shipwrecks. Tales of these disasters are told and items washed ashore are on display. But, our history isn't only in our museums. A self-guided Walking Tour around the harbor in town and a self-guided Driving Tour around the Island offer you the chance to roam at your own pace. Both Tours tell stories you won’t see in our museums! There are two lighthouses on Beaver Island. Whiskey Point Lighthouse is in the harbor in town. Used as a working light today, the original Fresnel lens is on display in the township hall on the lighthouse grounds. The Beaver Head Light is on the south end of the Island. This lighthouse is connected to the historic Keeper's House, there is a brick Fog Station on the shore below the lighthouse and scattered around a small campus are buildings that once housed an alternative high school. Each lighthouse has a unique history and is open to the public. We are looking forward to sharing our history with you! For more information visit our website www.beaverislandhistory. org, call 231-448-2254 or visit in person Monday- Saturday 11-5, Sunday 1-4 June-August. You are welcome to contact us outside of these times to schedule a tour.

www.beaverislandhistory.org 231-448-2254

WWW.BEAVERISLAND.ORG �� 27 For almost forty years, local multi-faceted artist Mary Scholl has been running her Beaver Island Toy Toy Museum in a birch grove overlooking the Harbor near Whiskey Point, a continu- Museum: The Art & ation and expansion of the store she had owned on Chicago's North Halstead Street Times before coming to Beaver Island. Her self- designed building, is packed to the rafters with immense numbers of items for chil- The art alcove dren and collectors. Vintage collectibles, contains the ranging from aisles of candy jars, post- few watercol- cards, rubber figures, stencils, Star Wars ors still unsold, cards, paper doll books, polished stones, of the hundred Disney figures, cowboys, and trolls -- to she creates in valuable and priceless metal vehicles from winter, and the 20's and 30's fastened to the cards and roofboards. A crossbeam overhead sup- prints of some of the ports a variety of tin robots, or ships or originals from past seasons. She produces color prints in runs bikes or...in the cathedral space above. of a hundred or two, which are quickly sold out. That's okay with her; new images are bursting out at such a constant rate that she prefers to cut herself free from concerns over or bother about the details of past work. Interviews with Mary at the Toy Mu- seum can be viewed on youtube. Mary was also featured on “Under the Radar” and other media articles. On facebook, “Beaver Island Toy Museum and Store.” Lucky collectors have one of Mary’s illustrated Harbor Maps or bumper stickers (below). The Mary stocks a variety of arts and crafts: rings, scents, greatest thing about the Toy Museum is that it brings out the kid in oils, votive candles, and jewelry. An art alcove holds everyone. Come see for yourself and find what charms you! paintings by local artists. Out back is a sculpture garden, cast heads, animals, children, dinosaurs, insects, and the Buddha, sitting in three plots under bounteous cherry trees, protected from the ravages of birds by an English mulberry bush. Mary's Island-gathered collec- tions of such plants as roses and hen-and-chicks are legendary. In summertime, the Toy Museum is packed with customers enjoying myriad displays. Mary’s enjoyment of her client’s delight and discoveries is evidenced by frequent peals of hearty laughter ringing through the room, affirming her zest for life. Another amazing as- pect of her enterprise is that Mary is a major American artist as well, a kind of primitive multi-media expres- sionist with an unfailing sense of form, color, and bal- ance in her painting, poetry, jewelry and many other handmade creations marked, Mary Rose.

“The Toy Store, the Big Rock, and the Big Birch are three of the most-requested destination locations on Beaver Island.”

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PUBLIC SERVICES

Beaver Island Association Beaver Island Charlevoix Area Chamber www.beaverislandassociation.org Historical Society of Commerce (p) 812.558.4443 www.beaverislandhistory.org www.charlevoix.org (e) [email protected] (p) 231.448.2254 (p) 231.547.2101 (e) [email protected] (e) [email protected] Beaver Island Chamber of Commerce Beaver Island Post Office Charlevoix Co. www.beaverisland.org (p) 231.448.2251 Commission on Aging (p) 231.448.2505 www.charlevoixcounty.org (e) [email protected] Beaver Island Sheriff Office (p) 231.237.0103 (p) 231.448.2700 (e) [email protected] Beaver Island Emergencies: 911 Community School Charlevoix Co. Road Com. www.beaverisland.k12.mi.us Beaver Island (p) 231.448.2285 (p) 231.448.2744 Transfer Station (e) [email protected] (p) 231.448.2228 Peaine Township www.peainetwp.org Beaver Island Beaver Island Volunteer (p) 231.448.2389 District Library Fire Dept. www.beaverisland.michlibrary.org (p) 231.448.2595 St. James Township (p) 231.448.2701 Emergencies: 911 www.st.jamestwp.org (p) 231.448.2260 Beaver Island Emergency CMU Biological Station Medical Services www.cmich.edu/colleges/cst/ (p) 231.448.2578 cmubs/Pages/default.aspx Emergencies: 911 (p) 231.448.2325 (e) [email protected]

34 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN Hogarth’s Pest Control Company Wildlife & Animal Removal Celebrating26 Years Call Us Today! (231) 264-6060 • (800) 264-6161 www.hogarthspestcontrol.com • [email protected]

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WWW.BEAVERISLAND.ORG �� 35 Ed Wojan Realty “Your Key to Beaver Island” REAL ESTATE SALES Residential, Recreation, Commercial and Investment Properties

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36 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN REAL ESTATE FINANCIAL SERVICES &

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WWW.BEAVERISLAND.ORG �� 37 38 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN WWW.BEAVERISLAND.ORG �� 39 One Archipelago: Two Great Newspapers Our community-minded advertisers know... the Northern Islander reaches over 800, specifically targeted readers and potential customers in the United States! And more, online at www.northern-islander.com and Facebook: Northern Islander News & Beaver Beacon

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40 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN MEDIA | MARKETING | HEALTHCARE

PUBLISHING Beaver Island Rural Health Center www.biruralhealth.org Beaver Island News on the ‘Net (p) 231.448.2275 www.beaverislandnews.com (e) [email protected] McLaren Northern Michigan www.mclaren.org/northern Mitchell Graphics (p) 231.487.4000 www.mitchellgraphics.com (e) [email protected] (p) 800.632.7184 or 231.347.4635 (e) [email protected] Munson Health Care Charlevoix Hospital www.munsonhealthcare.org/ Northern Islander charlevoixhosptial www.northern-islander.com (p) 231.547.4024 (p) 231.448.3046 (e) [email protected]

Radio WVBI 100.1 FM www.wvbi.net WEDDINGS | CHURCHES (p) 231.448.2022 x107 Weddings on Beaver Island have been (e) [email protected] gaining in popularity every year. Our Island offers not only a secluded honeymoon location for the newlywed couple, but a perfect opportunity for guests to attend and extend their stay in the unique and beautiful Beaver Island Archipelago of islands. The ideal wedding dates are in June and September when the weather is inviting, yet outside the peak family vacation season.

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Lighthouse Fellowship (p) 231.448.3166 | 231.448.2611

St. James Episcopal Mission (p) 231.448.2241

WWW.BEAVERISLAND.ORG �� 41 HUNTING & FISHING Beaver Island is truly an outdoor sportsman’s dream. Imagine a remote and rustic fishing and hunting lodge with fun for the whole family. Five-pound-plus smallmouth bass are commonly reeled in. One of the inland lakes is an undiscovered largemouth paradise. The flats- style fishing for ‘golden bones’ is world-class. Beaver Island is a QDM whitetail deer destination. While hunting for ducks, turkeys, upland game birds, and snowshoe hare is seasonally outstanding.

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42 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN The Great Outdoors

Surrounded by Lake Michigan, and with a number of inland lakes, a wide variety of freshwater recreations have their place on Beaver Island: scuba and snorkel diving, sail and power boating, jet skis, swimming, beautiful beaches, paddle boarding, canoeing and kayaking, as well as tons of terrestrial fun, including an exciting annual softball tournament Nearly half of Beaver Island consists of state forest, conservancy owned and managed, or local government owned land, and in its pristine natural state. Even some towering old-growth forest is to be found on Beaver Island. Islanders and visitors alike cherish the abundant natural beauty. It takes much more than a few weeks to explore all the trails and wild places. Plan to start your adventure today!

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44 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN GARDEN ISLAND

Garden Island's name is translated from "Miniss Kitigan", Ojibwe for Garden Island. just an axe. Remains of this building can still be easily found. Matt and his brother By the 1950s Garden Island was void of any inhabitants and is now over 97% Its early residents were Anishinaabe Indians from Beaver Island and the mainland. Peter were also shermen. owned by the State of Michigan. Garden Island is rich with wildlife. You can observe These Native Americans owned farms on the Island after the treaties of 1836 and The population diminished in the early 1900s with only eight Native American dozens of protected plants and owers, unusual insects, birds, white tail deer, rabbits, 1847. Some lived on Garden Island year-round. Many raised corn, and squash, and households remaining. Much of the property owned by the Native Americans partridge, squirrels, coyotes, and the amazing American Bald Eagle. others worked as shermen and trappers/hunters. Records of Indian settlers indicate reverted to the State of Michigan for nonpayment of property taxes which were The Native American Cemetery continues to be an active cemetery with over 3500 at least forty family groups living there in 1839. Blind Ben Keeway was well known for resented by some. The last Native fulltime settler was Indian/ sherman/farmer Pete sites, making it the largest documented Native American Cemetery in North America. his net mending skills (Menders Clearing). He served Garden and Beaver Island and Manatou who died in 1947, thus becoming the last inhabitant in hundreds of years. It is listed in the National Register of Historical Sites. The property is owned and cared also the Upper Peninsula of Michigan despite his handicap. He had an orchard and a His residence partially remains and a beautiful bay will forever bear his name. for by a non-pro t group. Only a few of the more recent "spirit houses" are intact. garden. A schoolhouse was built during the latter half of the 19th century serving Garden These wooden structures typically fortold of the occupant because of its size. One Danish immigrants Larsens, Jensens, and Vincents began settling on Garden Island Island children until its abandonment in the early 1900s. A Catholic Church, Immacu- could imagine all the sizes and number of houses brought on by the introduction of in the 1840s. Because the land is low, (65 feet maximum height) swampy, and not very late Conception of Mary Mission, near the Indian Burial ground, was also built in that diseases from Europe such as scarlet fever, small pox, chicken pox, etc. A typical burial suitable for commercial farming, the income of these early European settlers came same period and served parishioners until the 1920s. Its foundation is all that would be with the deceased buried sitting on a woven cedar mat, perhaps wrapped from shing and lumbering. They raised cattle and planted orchards and crops to remains, but some of the statues and a good photo can be seen at Holy Cross Catholic in a bear skin (the bear being the protector of everything in Anishinaabe culture), feed their families. The Vincent family, with their 12 children, lived on the North East Church on Beaver Island. Small lumbering operations came and went for the rst facing the west. Spirit Houses all had a small opening facing West to allow the spirits GARDENside of the Island and wereISLAND renowned for their building of seaworthy shing boats for quarter of the 20th century. A lumber mill settlement, general store, and post oce, to enter and lead the deceased to the afterlife. When walking around a spirit house, it Beaver Island and the U.P. shermen. "Boat Builders Clearing" featured a garden and which was called "Success, Michigan", only lasted from 1910-1912. Remains of the is respectful to go in a clockwise manner (the way earth orbits the sun). This is very orchard. This family established a cemetery for the Island's rst white settlers. Found post oce can still be seen near the Harbor Trail. The largest of the mills was owned sacred ground so please be respectful when visiting. Garden Island's namejust before is translated entering their orchard, it containsand went the graves for of the over first 30 people. quarter Only two of the and20th operated unusual(1912 -1913) insects, by a Texan birds, named white Northcutt. tail Northcutt deer, Bay is named aftersitting onNo a matterwoven where cedar you walk mat, or spendperhaps time on the Island, you will enjoy a pleasur- headstones remain. These belong to Christina and Ecedius Larsen. Their homestead is him. A cement pad and some large remnants of this operation can still be seen. The able, spiritual experience. Please do not remove any artifacts from any of the sites. 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It is listedtime in the on National the Register Island, of Historical you Sites. will The property enjoy is owned a and cared 144 Bomway’s Bay also the Upper Peninsula of Michigan despite his handicap. He had an orchard and a His residence partially remains and a beautiful bay will forever bear his name. - All snakesfor by aare non-pro t non-venomous. group. Only a few of the more recent "spirit houses" are intact. (Menders Clearing). He served Garden recreation.garden. 147 theA schoolhouse occupant was built during because the latter half of of theits 19th size. century One serving Garden- There isThese anpleasurable, wooden abundance structures typically ofspiritual poison fortold of the experience.ivy. occupant Wear because long of Pleaseits size.pants One doand enclosed shoes. Danish709 immigrants Larsens, Jensens, and Vincents began143` settling on Garden Island Island children802 until its abandonment in the early 1900s. 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They andraised cattle is nowand planted over orchards 97% and crops to remains,houses but some brought of the statues andon a goodby photo the can introduction be seen at Holy Cross -Catholic Please indo a bearsites. not skin remove (the It bearis beingfor an theall artifacts protector to enjoy of everything and in Anishinaabe contemplate culture), feed their families. The Vincent family,Net with Mender’s their 12 children, lived on the North East Church on Beaver Island. Small lumbering804 operations came and went for the rst facing the west. Spirit Houses all had a small opening facing West to allow the spirits side of the Island and were renowned for their building of seaworthy shing boats for quarter of the 20th century. A lumber mill805 settlement, general store, and post oce, to enter and lead the deceased to the afterlife. When walking around a spirit house, it He had an orchard and a garden. owned by138 the State of clearing Michigan. Garden of diseases from Europe such as scarlet a simpler life. Migweitch "Thank you". Beaver Island and the U.P. shermen. "Boat Builders Clearing" featured a garden149 and which was called "Success, Michigan", only lasted from 1910-1912. Remains of the is respectful to go in a clockwise manner (the way earth orbits the sun). This is very orchard. This family established a cemetery for the Island's rst white settlers. Found post oce can still be seen near the Harbor Trail. The806 largest of the mills was owned sacred ground so please be respectful when visiting. Danish immigrants Larsens, Jensens, and Islandjust before is entering rich their with orchard, wildlife.it contains the You graves of can over 30 observe people. Only two fever, small pox, chicken pox, etc. A typical 137 and operated (1912 -1913) by a Texan named Northcutt. Northcutt Bay is named after No matter where you walk or spend time on the Island, you will enjoy a pleasur- headstones remain. These belong to Christina and Ecedius Larsen. Their homestead is him. A cement pad and some large remnants of this operation can still be seen. The able, spiritual experience. Please do not remove any artifacts from any of the sites. It known as Dane's Farm. The Axe Wielders clearing refers to Christina Larsen's brother 150bay is also an excellent deep-water anchorage and the most popular bay for water is for all to enjoy and contemplate a simpler life. Migweitch "Thank you". Vincents began settling on Garden Island dozens of protected plants and owers, burial would be with the deceased807 buried Matt who is said to have skillfully built the most solid residence on Garden Island with recreation. 609 Dane’s Farm 608 in the 1840s. Because the land is low, (65 136 151 808 607 Center

West Trail West 15 feet maximum height) swampy, and not 606 Trail 809 826 825 very suitable for commercial farming, the 135 605 152 824 810 Northwest Point 827 823 N income of these early European settlers Dane’s Trail 811 134 Golden’s Cabin 153 828 Notes and Tips 604 (Shawboose) Axe Wielder’s came from shing and lumbering. They 829 Clearing 133 14 Sugar Bush Trail - Please help keep the trails812 cleared by picking up small limbs and debris 154Larsen’s Tombs raised cattle and planted orchards and 132 603 Sorry 713 Schoolhouse - Keep this beautiful island pristine by picking up your trash and packing it out. 13 Boat Builders Clearing 813 Burnt Clearing - The CemeteryLittle Pete property Nielson’s is privately owned.814 Please be respectful. crops to feed their families. The Vincent Lake 713 711 146 - Not all trails are marked, cleared and/or navigable. 131 - All distances, gps coordinates, and trails are approximate Jensen’s Point 145 801 family, with their 12 children, lived on the Bomway’s Bay 144 155 - All snakes are non-venomous. 156 147 - There is an abundance of poison ivy. Wear long pants and enclosed shoes. North East side of the Island and were 130709 143` 802 Ninnweegoe’s 710 140 142 - Biting insects can be problematic. Bring bug spray. 141 148 803 Bay 139 - Please do not remove an artifacts renowned for their building of seaworthy 157 804 Net Mender’s 511 805 138 Cemetery clearing 129 149 325 shing boats for Beaver Island and the 509 806 12 137 158 510 324 U.P. shermen. "Boat Builders Clearing" 150 128 508 807 323 609 Dane’s Farm 608 506 136 127 Jensen’s Bay featured a garden and orchard. This family 151 808 159 607 Center 505 322

West Trail West 507 15 126 606 Trail 809 Jensen’s Trail 503 826 825 established a cemetery for the Island's rst 605 502 152 321 135 11 504 501 824 810 Indian Village 125 827 823 Dane’s Trail 811 white settlers. Found just before entering 134 153 828 320 604 Axe Wielder’s 10 829 Clearing their orchard, it contains the graves of 133 124 Sugar Bush Trail 812 154 319 132 603 Sorry Schoolhouse 813 Burnt123 Clearing Little Pete Nielson’s 814 over 30 people. Only two headstones Lake 131 Jensen’s Point Graham’s remain. These belong to Christina and 155 318 Indian 156 Point 130 Ecedius Larsen. Their homestead is known Ninnweegoe’s Harbor 122 Bay 157 511 129 Cemetery 121 Harbor Trail 325 as Dane's Farm. The Axe Wielders clearing 509 317 12 158 120 510 324 128 508 323303 Sturgeon Bay Trail refers to Christina Larsen's brother Matt 506 127 Jensen’s Bay 159 505 322 507 126 503 119 Jensen’s Trail who is said to have skillfully built the most 502 321 11 504 302 501 Indian Village 125 TRIANGLE 118 solid residence on Garden Island with just Garden Island 5 320 10 Junction 124 117 an axe. Remains of this building can still be Harbor 301319 123 116 Garden Island Graham’s Northwest Trail 318 easily found. Matt and his brother Peter Point Indian 401 Harbor 122 111 110 109 were also shermen. 115 6 112 108 Little Island 121 Harbor Trail 402 7 113 114 317 Manatou’s Trail 120 303 Sturgeon Bay Trail The population diminished in the early 208 107 High Island Hog Island 3 9 403 119 1900s with only eight Native American 211 302 TRIANGLE 118 106 Garden Island 5 Junction 207 Sturgeon Bay households remaining. Much of the Harbor 4 117 301 116 209 210 105 Garden Island Northwest Trail property owned by the Native Americans 405 401 Beaver Island 206 111 110 109 115 6 112 108 104 Little Island 402 7 1132 reverted to the State of Michigan for 114 Manatou’s Trail 208 107 Hog Island 406 3 9 High Island 403 205 nonpayment of property taxes which 211 103 106 207 407 4 Sturgeon Bay were resented by some. The last Native 209 105 210 405 Beaver Island 206 1 102 fulltime settler was Indian/sherman/farmer 2 104 8 408 406 205 Pete Manatou who died in 1947, thus 103 Pete Manatou 407 409 Northcutt Farm becoming the last inhabitant in hundreds 1 Cleared Trails Bay 8 102 of years. His residence partially remains 408 PetePete Manatou Primitave Trails 409 Northcutt Manatou Farm and a beautiful bay will forever bear his Cleared Trails Bay Bay Pete Primitave Trails Manatou name. Bay A schoolhouse was built0 during1/4 1/2 3/4 1 Beaver Island 2mi 0 1/4 1/2 3/4 1 Beaver Island 2mi the latter half of the 19th century MILES MILES serving Garden Island children until 4,990 acres 7.8 sq. Miles 4,990 acres 7.8 sq. Miles its abandonment in the early 1900s. A c Irla Catholic Church, Immaculate Conception GPS coordinates for Landmarks GPS coordinates for Trail Intersections c Irla of Mary Mission, near the Indian Burial GPS coordinates1. Northcutt Beach for Landmarks45°46.506N , 85°29.802W 9. SturgeonGPS Bay Beach coordinates45° 46.556Nfor Trail , 85°27.503W Intersections 2. Northcutt to Garden Harbor 45°46.587N , 85°29.100W 10. 100 trail to Indian Harbor 45°47.526N , 85°30.140W ground, was also built in that same period 1. Northcutt Beach 3. Post O ce Ruins 45°46.506N45 ,° 47.097N85°29.802W , 85°29.420W 11. 1009. Sturgeon trail to Cemetary Bay Beach 45°48.040N , 85°30.385W45°46.556N , 85°27.503W 4. DNR Cabin 45°47.050N , 85°29.510W 12. Native Cemetary 45°48.111N , 85°30.385W and served parishioners until the 1920s. Its 2. Northcutt to Garden Harbor5. Junction 45°46.587N45 ,° 47.196N85°29.100W , 85°29.355W 13.10. Golden’s 100 trailCabin to Indian Harbor 45°49.270N , 85°30.380W45°47.526N , 85°30.140W 3. Post O ce Ruins 6. Northwest-Manatou 45°47.097N45 ,° 47.135N85°29.420W , 85°29.128W 14.11. Golden’s 100 trailBeach to Cemetary 45°49.300N , 85°30.340W45°48.040N , 85°30.385W foundation is all that remains, but some of 45°47.137N , 85°29.136W 15. Dane’s Farm 45°48.817N , 85°28.953W 7. 300 trailhead 12. Native Cemetary 45°48.111N , 85°30.385W 4. DNR Cabin 8. Pete Manatou’s Beach 45°47.050N45 ,° 46.364N85°29.510W , 85°27.579W the statues and a good photo can be seen 5. Junction 45°47.196N , 85°29.355W 13. Golden’s Cabin 45°49.270N , 85°30.380W at Holy Cross Catholic Church on Beaver 6. Northwest-Manatou 45°47.135N , 85°29.128W 14. Golden’s Beach 45°49.300N , 85°30.340W 7. 300 trailhead 45°47.137N , 85°29.136W 15. Dane’s Farm 45°48.817N , 85°28.953W Island. Small lumbering operations came 8. Pete Manatou’s Beach 45°46.364N , 85°27.579W

WWW.BEAVERISLAND.ORG �� 45 LITTLE TRAVERSE CONSERVANCY’S Beaver Island Nature Preserves & Trails

George & Althea Petritz Nature Preserve

Little Sand Bay Nature Preserve Barney’s Lake Nature Preserve

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CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY’S Miller’s Marsh Erber Natural Area Nature Preserve

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Since 1991 Little Traverse Conservancy has been Our free nature preserve app working with the people of Beaver Island to conserve provides users with accurate, some of the most ecologically-significant island lands. detailed, and interactive maps Many privately-owned lands are now protected from and information about LTC future development with conservation easements. preserves that are best suited for In addition, nearly 700 acres are available for outdoor recreation. public enjoyment as nature preserves or natural areas, as highlighted in this flyer. The app is available on both Google Play and the Apple App iPhone Android LITTLE TRAVERSE CONSERVANCY - 3264 Powell Road Store by searching “LTC Explorer.” Harbor Springs, MI 49740 - 231.347.0991 - www.landtrust.org

46 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN Barney’s Lake Nature Preserve The original 120-acre preserve was a gift to the Little Traverse Conservancy in 1990 by the heirs of Bernard and Margaret O’Donnell. Located about three miles southwest of St. James, the old O’Donnell homesite is east of the lake across from the lake viewing/access area. Once cleared fields are now a study in plant succession. Stones are piled along the old field and pasture boundaries. Wildlife commonly seen in the area include loon, great blue heron, whitetail deer, beaver, and snowshoe hare. In 2013, this preserve grew to 293 acres, 4,900 feet of Barney’s Lake frontage, and 1,770 feet of Lake Michigan frontage. Features include open bog, sedge meadow, cedar swamp, and uplands with old logging trails that allow for hiking and exploring. Significant improvements - including boat racks - were made in 2011 and the trail was expanded to the west in 2013. From St. James, take Kings Hwy. south 1¼ miles to Barney’s Lake Rd. North and turn right. Go 2½ miles and the preserve can be found on Marked Trails both sides of the road. Look for a preserve sign on the left. Parking is on the right.

Little Sand Bay Nature Preserve Designated by a group of island residents as the number one priority for acquisition and preservation, the Conservancy purchased the original Lake 60 acres in 1994. In 1999, LTC assisted the state in acquiring 30 acres to the north. And in 2011, LTC purchased a 28-acre addition to the preserve Michigan with funds from the J.A. Woollam Foundation. The preserve includes a mix of shrubs, cedar swamp, and sand dunes. A short trail (.4 mile) and foot bridges allow visitors to access the shore without damaging the sensitive habitat. When added with adjacent state land, nearly 1½ miles of Lake Michigan shoreline and a shallow swimming beach are now accessible. From the Welke’s Airport, go south on East Side Dr. for approximately 200 yards. Look for a sign on the left side of the road.

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CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY’S KEY Miller’s Marsh Natural Area With 230 acres, Miller’s Marsh is the largest and most diverse true marsh Bicycling found on the island. This wetland’s diversity consists of a combination of open shallow water, extensive sedge (to the west) and sphagnum mats (to the east) surrounded by a mature second growth beech-maple Canoeing or Kayaking forest. The preserve is home to frogs, migratory birds, and waterfowl. A small parking area leads to a one mile trail providing easy access Fishing around the marsh. Purchased by Little Traverse Conservancy in 1997, this property was conveyed to the Central Michigan Biological Station in 1998. Hiking and From St. James, take the King’s Hwy. south for 4 miles. Turn right (west) onto Paid Snowshoeing Een Ogs Rd. Continue about 1½ miles. At the four corners and airport turn left (south) onto West Side Dr. Continue on West Side Dr. approximately five miles to Miller’s Marsh which will be on the left (east) side of the road. Horseback Riding

Marked Parking Area Trails Scenic View/ Birdwatching

Skiing George & Althea Petritz Nature Preserve At the northeast end of Beaver Island, this preserve is walking distance from Swimming Beach town. A trail takes you through the 27 acres to 500 feet of gorgeous Lake

Michigan beach. The donor wrote: “People, animals, plants, and trees allowed. Marked All other human-made structures or objects prohibited. I would like it to Trails Signs and maps remain a place to quietly appreciate nature.” From Port of St. James, take Main Street .7 miles north out of town. Turn left onto Lake Drive and travel .2 miles to the preserve sign on your left. Geocache

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48 �� BEAVER ISLAND, MICHIGAN Beaver Island Birding Trail Birding Sites:

North End Birding Sites: to visit on the island. Winter Wrens are common in the cedar swamp especially common here along with thrush species, various woodpecker 1. Beaver Island Lighthouse (Whiskey Point Lighthouse) area, and Indigo Buntings and various sparrow species are found in the species, and Red-eyed Vireos. The Kuebler Trail winds through several This lighthouse standing at the mouth of the harbor (Paradise Bay) is vis- old field area. habitats, including an old dune system on the west side of Barney’s Lake ible from almost all points in St. James and is an easy walk or bike ride 13. Paula Simpson Trail/Central Michigan University Biological (see #22) and ends at McCauley’s Point at the south end of Donegal Bay from the Community Center. Cliff Swallows nest at the lighthouse, and Station Campground/Old Burke Farm where rolling dunes and a sandy-rocky beach are accessible. At this end, there is access to the shoreline that forms the entrance to Paradise Bay for The Paula Simpson Trail begins at the CMU Biological Station sign on waterfowl and shorebirds may be observed foraging. observing shorebirds and waterfowl. the west side of East Side Drive. The trail winds through a series of old 24. Bonner’s Bluff Landing 2. Gull Harbor Natural Area beach dunes and swales into a swampy area before ending at the CMU Park at the top of the bluff and walk down the road toward the beach. This protected area is along Gull Harbor Drive east of the Whiskey Point Campground. Winter Wrens and various warbler species are common There is no parking at the bottom, and the road is private. Because the Lighthouse. Most of the habitat is shoreline, cedar shrub, and marshy along the trail. Another short trail leads from the women’s restroom in walk begins at the top of Angeline’s Bluff, the highest bluff on the island, ponds, but there are a few wooded areas behind the open areas. This the CMU Campground to the Old Burke Farm. The trail goes through a the tree tops are level with the road at the parking lot. Therefore, wood is an excellent site to observe waterfowl, wading birds, shorebirds, and swampy area before emerging in a large grassy meadow surrounded by warblers and other songbirds can easily be observed. This is an excellent raptors. The area is used extensively by migrating songbirds in the spring second-growth forest. The field and surrounding forest support various location to spot spring and fall migrants. At the beach at the bottom of and fall. During the summer months northern water snakes are active in sparrow and warbler species. These trails are closed to the public from the bluff, various shorebirds may be found foraging along the sandy- and around the ponds. These snakes are nonvenomous and should not May 1-September 30th. rocky shoreline. be disturbed. 14. Bill Wagner Campground 25. Oliver’s Point via Mrs. Redding’s Trail 3. George and Althea Petritz Preserve This beautiful campground owned by Peaine Township is on the shore This state-owned area on the west side of the island is accessible via This natural area is managed by the Little Traverse Conservancy and of Lake Michigan at the south end of Sand Bay. Camp sites are located Mrs. Redding’s Trail. A trail leads through a conifer forest from Mrs. contains several types of habitats, including mixed hardwood/pines and among large red and white pines, and the beach is a mixture of sand and Redding’s Trail to the shoreline of Oliver’s Point. The beach is very sandy dunes. There is a trail leading from the parking area through the rocks. In addition to the usual songbirds found in the pines, the beach rocky, and walking is difficult, but there is an open grassy meadow be- woods to the dunes. Resident songbirds as well as spring and fall mi- area affords long range views across Lake Michigan. Bald Eagles and fore reaching the shoreline that harbors grassland bird species. Winter grants utilize the woods, and shorebirds and waterfowl may be found White Pelicans may be seen flying over the water, and Common and Cas- Wrens and various thrush species can be observed along the trail through along the beach below the dunes. pian Terns forage on the open lake. Merlins have previously nested in the conifers. 4. Chimney Swift Tower the campground. 26. Greene’s Lake The Chimney Swift Tower on the lawn on the north side of the Govern- 15. Seven Bridges Trail This shallow lake is a good location for wading birds, such as Great Blue ment Building was constructed to attract Chimney Swifts both during This trail starts across East Side Drive from the entrance to the Bill Wag- Herons. Sandhill Cranes have been observed here also. Common Loons breeding season and migration. These “flying cigars” normally build ner Campground just north of the Peaine Township fire station. The trail have previously nested on the lake. The surrounding woods and old fields their nests inside old masonry chimneys, which are becoming rare across meanders through a Dry Mesic Northern Forest, considered a threatened that are filling in with shrubs yield various warbler and sparrow species. the United States. Conservation organizations throughout the country are natural community by the Michigan Natural Features Inventory. The for- 27. Tara’s Meadow involved in constructing towers in an effort to provide these birds with est contains thrush species, American Woodcocks, Wood Ducks, and sup- This clearing is privately owned and should be viewed only from the nesting sites; otherwise, the species could face extinction. The base of the ports other resident songbirds and spring and fall migrants. roadside. It contains Indigo Buntings and various sparrow species. tower on Beaver Island contains interpretive signage with more informa- 16. Johnny Martin’s Trail Thrushes and wood warblers can be found in the surrounding hardwood tion about Chimney Swifts. This two-track traverses swampy mixed hardwood/conifer woodlands forest. 5. St. James Township Campground before entering a gravel pit and continuing to an abandoned beaver pond. 28. Miller’s Marsh This popular campground is located in a mixed hardwoods/pines forest Woodpecker and warbler species inhabit the forest, and Belted Kingfish- This extensive natural area managed by Central Michigan University at the top of a high bluff overlooking Garden Island. A paved trail con- ers have been known to nest in the banks of the gravel pit. encompasses a biologically diverse ecosystem. The main marsh is a nects the campground to the Donegal Bay Bike Trail which leads back 17. Martin’s Bluff combination of open shallow water and grass and sedge meadows. It is toward town. The woods contain both resident and migrant songbirds From the parking lot off East Side Drive a short trail connects to an old surrounded by hardwood forests and bordered on the east by a leather- and the bluff is an excellent location to look for raptors, including Bald two-track that runs parallel to the Lake Michigan shoreline on top of the leaf bog. North of the marsh are more grass and sedge meadows and a Eagles that nest on the surrounding islands and come to Beaver Island highest bluff on the east side of the island. This bluff affords spectacular large open field accessible via a two-track road. The red maples along the to forage. views of Lake Michigan and the mainland. This is a good area to spot marsh shoreline are some of the largest on the island. A mile-long trail 6. Indian Point birds on the water as well as in the trees along the bluff. circles the marsh and allows access to all described habitats. Many spe- This area of the island is composed almost entirely of private residences, 18. Erber Preserve cies of birds identified on Beaver Island have been observed at this site but the winding roads through the area are good for a slow drive, walk, or This small Lake Michigan shoreline natural area is managed by the Little because of its habitat diversity. bike ride through the second growth forest and clearings of herbaceous Traverse Conservancy. A short trail from East Side Drive leads through 29. Iron Ore Bay plants along the road and around residences. This is a prime spring mi- a mixed hardwoods/conifer area to a beach of sand and stone. Warbler The west side of Iron Ore Bay at the extreme south end of the island gration staging area for songbirds, and resident songbirds are common species inhabit trees at the edge of the beach, and the beach itself affords is a hot spot for warblers and other songbirds during spring and fall throughout the area. Please be considerate and do not trespass on private long-range views of Lake Michigan where various waterbirds may be migration. Many species of warblers also nest in the area. The habi- property. observed foraging. tat inland from the bay is composed almost entirely of conifers and 7. Font Lake (public boat launch on Donegal Bay Road) 19. Cable’s Creek Road (Warbler Alley) exemplifies the extensive boreal forests in Canada that serve as The northernmost inland lake on Beaver Island is shallow with unique This road leads to a small parking area where a foot bridge crosses breeding grounds for many warbler species. floating islands of bog leatherleaf and sweet gale on it. The shoreline Cable’s Creek. The trail then winds up and over an old dune system Central Island Birding Sites: consists of both open wetlands and mixed hardwood/conifer forests. Font primarily covered in conifers until it emerges on the beautiful sand 30. Microwave tower on Sloptown Road Lake often supports nesting Common Loons, and Caspian Terns forage dunes at Cable’s Bay. The varied habitats between East Side Drive and Ospreys nest on the old microwave tower along this road. Young can in the lake. Bald Eagles, Ospreys, and Northern Goshawks can also be the Cable’s Bay dune system attract many warbler species, both migrant be seen peering over the nest in late summer, and the adults often sit observed. Unfortunately, the invasive Mute Swan is now found inhabit- and nesting. The entire area has been nicknamed “Warbler Alley” for the on snags on the opposite side of Sloptown Road from the nest. Eastern ing the lake. number of warbler species found along the road and trail. Bluebirds can also be observed in the area. 8. Font Lake (Peaine Township Park behind Peaine Township Hall) 20. Lake Geneserath public boat launch 31. King’s Highway Wetland A short boardwalk leads from a grassy area behind the township hall Lake Geneserath is the largest inland lake on the island. Common Loons This area is known locally as Snipeville because it is a common courting through a second-growth forest to a view of Font Lake. Common Loons have successfully nested here, and waterfowl can be observed foraging and nesting area for Wilson’s Snipe. Males can be seen and heard dis- and various waterfowl species may be visible on the lake. The forest sup- on the water. The surrounding beech-maple forest supports woodpecker playing in late spring. Other species observed here include Sora, Sandhill ports several species of songbirds, including Eastern Bluebirds. The two species and various warblers. Barred Owls can be heard calling at night Crane, American Bittern, Sedge Wren, Yellow Warbler, Common Yel- new bluebird houses are designed to provide superior protection from during the summer months. lowthroat, and Red-winged Blackbird. predators and excellent climate control for successful brood rearing. 21. Beaver Head Lighthouse 32. Black Hills Clearing 9. Holy Cross Cemetery The picturesque Beaver Head Lighthouse sits on a high bluff with views This site is an old field filling in with young hardwoods and pines. Birds This cemetery sits on a grassy knoll just outside of town. Although it is to the south of North and South Fox Islands. There are steps leading common to shrubby habitats, such as White-throated Sparrows, Cedar mown, some grassland bird species, such as the Eastern Meadowlark, down the bluff to the beach at the base of the lighthouse. Waterfowl can Waxwings, and Indigo Buntings are found in this area. may be observed. Please be respectful while in the cemetery. be observed on the water, and songbirds are easily observed in the tree- 33. Fox Lake East Side Birding Sites: tops below the bluff. There is a population of nesting Chimney Swifts This beautiful lake in the center of the island is surrounded by hardwoods in the area, and several swallow species are often seen flying over the with an extensive bog on the east end. Many bird species utilize this lake, 10. East Side Drive north of Welke Airport (Bobolink Bend) water. including Bald Eagles, Ospreys, Northern Goshawks, Merlins, Caspian The grassy fields on either side of East Side Drive from the big curve Terns, Great Blue Herons, and American Bitterns. Warblers, both resi- (Bobolink Bend) where the road turns south to the Welke Airport (Island West Side Birding Sites: dents and migrants, are found in the woods surrounding the lake. Airways airport) are excellent for observing grassland birds, especially 22. Barney’s Lake Preserve 34. Camp #3 Clear-cut in the summer. Look for Bobolinks, Eastern Meadowlarks, and various This natural area on both the east and west sides of Barney’s Lake is Formerly a mature hardwood forest, this area was clear-cut to increase sparrow species. Several swallow species forage for insects in the mead- managed by the Little Traverse Conservancy. The west portion of the habitat for deer and game birds. The now dense shrubby habitat attracts ows. These fields are privately owned, so please remain on the road to preserve was recently acquired, and trails are currently being developed. Indigo Buntings, American Woodcocks, and Ruffed Grouse. observe birds. In addition, many birds in this area are ground nesters and There is a parking lot across the road from the lake with a display of a 35. Hannigan’s Road should not be disturbed during the nesting season. map of the east trail system of the preserve. Common Loons have nested This scenic road that cuts across the island travels through several types 11. Luney’s Point on the lake, and Bald Eagles, Ospreys, and Caspian Terns are often seen of habitats, including swampy forests and old fields. Woodpecker spe- This site is Michigan Department of Natural Resources property with flying over the lake. Various sandpipers, Soras, and American Bitterns cies, American Woodcock, and Ruffed Grouse can be observed along access through Little Sand Bay (see #12). The area consists of a swampy have been observed along the marshy areas of the shoreline. American with resident and migrant songbirds. Because the road is not heavily forest grading into a cobble beach habitat. Waterfowl and shorebirds may Woodcocks can be found along the trails above the lake, and the com- used, it is conducive to biking or slow driving. be observed along the shoreline. bination of shrubby and woodland habitats above the lake attracts many 12. Little Sand Bay Preserve species of songbirds. This beautiful and varied natural area is managed by the Little Traverse 23. Protar’s Tomb/Kuebler Trail Head Conservancy. The parking lot is at the edge of a large old field. A two- One of the most revered inhabitants of Beaver Island is buried at this site, www.BeaverIslandBirdingTrail.org track leads from the parking lot to a boardwalk trail through a cedar and one end of the popular Kuebler’s Trail is just off the parking area swamp. The trail then continues to a sandy beach that is excellent for next to the tomb. This site is in the middle of the northern hardwoods swimming, making Little Sand Bay one of the most popular natural areas habitat that is prevalent on the west side of the island. Wood warblers are

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