DOCSLIB.ORG

Wildlife Viewing Recreational Profile

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
Wildlife Viewing Recreational Profile SOUTHERN LAKE ASSESSMENT SOUTHERN RECREATION PROFILE LAKE Wildlife Viewing: OPPORTUNITIES FOR LAKE HURON ASSESSMENT The southern Lake Huron coast is a fantastic setting for outdoor exploration. Promoting the region’s natural assets can help build vibrant communities and support local economies. This series of fact sheets profiles different outdoor activities that could appeal to residents and visitors of Michigan’s Thumb. We hope this information will help guide regional planning, business development and marketing throughout the region. Here we focus on wildlife viewing — providing information about who participates in the activity, their economic impact and popular types of wildlife in Michigan. WHY VIEW WILDLIFE IN THE THUMB? Humans have long been fascinated by wildlife — whether it is observing a herd of deer, catching a glimpse of a fox, or watching birds on their annual migrations. Today more than 70 million Americans seek out wildlife viewing opportunities for pleasure, and many travel away from home to do so. The Great Lakes region has a specific draw. For example, Magee Marsh along Lake Erie in northwest Ohio attracts a wide variety of birds during their spring migration, as well as 100,000 human visitors annually. Michigan’s Thumb offers many opportunities to view nature, including observing bird-of-prey, songbird and waterfowl migrations, access to untouched dunes, swales and wetlands, chances to see spawning fish and rare coastal plants, and much more. Many communities have benefited by welcoming wildlife viewers; the Thumb area could also capitalize on wildlife viewing by inviting residents and visitors to share in its biodiversity. How Popular is Wildlife Viewing? Who Watches Wildlife? SPENDING RELATED TO WILDLIFE VIEWING TRIPS IN MICHIGAN (2006) In 2006, in the U.S.: A snapshot of people who observed birds along the Lake Erie shore in 2011: Per Total n 71 million Americans participated in Participant n Gender: wildlife viewing. 51% are female. Transportation $85 $134 million n Nearly one-third of the U.S. population n Age: 62% are over 55-years old. Lodging $36 $37 million aged 16 or older were involved. n Income: 54% earn more than n 10% of the U.S. population (23 mil- $75,000 a year. Food $148 $153 million lion people) traveled away from home n Education: 80% have a college degree Miscellaneous $15 $16 million (one or more miles) to view wildlife. or higher. trip expenses n Level of Experience: 24% are casual Equipment In 2006, in Michigan: $102 $780 million birders, 51% are serious, 25% are (binoculars, cameras) n 3.2 million people observed wildlife in advanced. Other (magazines, $99 $503 million Michigan; most stayed close to home. n Geography: Bird watchers on Lake Erie membership dues) n 38% of the Michigan’s population aged traveled 102 to 146 miles on average. Total $485 $1.6 billion 16 or older were involved. Includes non-residents and residents who traveled at least n 753,000 residents traveled within Economic Impact one mile from their homes to view wildlife in Michigan. Michigan to see wildlife. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Source: USFWS, 2006. n 281,000 non-residents spent an average conducted a national survey in 2006. They of 5 days viewing wildlife in Michigan. found that Americans spent $45.7 billion n The 2010 Tawas Point Birding festival on wildlife watching, including trip and attracted visitors from 17 U.S. states. around-the-home expenses such as bird Each visitor stayed in the area an feeders and special plantings. In Michigan, average of 3-4 days. the average wildlife viewer spent $284 a year on trips. PAGE 1 RECREATION PROFILE: Wildlife Viewing Why do People View Wildlife? WILDLIFE VIEWING OPPORTUNITIES What Types of Wildlife do People IN THE THUMB People have various reasons to get out and Observe in Michigan? view wildlife. Many participants enjoy FISH POINT STATE WILDLIFE AREA wildlife viewing as a way of reducing stress Resident and out-of-state wildlife and finding a sense of peace, belonging viewers made over 6 million trips to Fish Point, located near Unionville, and familiarity through their involvement observe, photograph or feed wildlife Michigan, has been referred to as the with nature. For example, many birders in Michigan in 2006. What types of ‘Chesapeake of the Midwest’ during spring say they enjoy birding because: animals were most popular? migration (March-April). The more-than 3,000 acres of flat farm fields, diked n It fulfills curiosity about the natural PERCENTAGE OF PARTICIPANTS THAT flooding areas, and coastal wetlands and world. OBSERVED DIFFERENT ANIMALS IN MICHIGAN prairies attract thousands of ducks and other n It’s challenging; there are many species, Any Bird 87% waterfowl each year. An observation tower some are rare and difficult to find. Songbirds (cardinals, robins, warblers, etc.) 57% and wildlife viewing trails provide ample n It takes participants far and wide, Birds of prey (hawks, owls, eagles, etc.) 50% opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts to view providing a reason for travel. the habitat in and around the designated Waterfowl (ducks, geese, swan, etc.) 67% n It is sociable; birders have extensive wildlife reserve. Other water birds (shorebirds, herons, cranes, etc.) 42% social networks. PORT CRESCENT STATE PARK Other birds (pheasants, turkeys, etc.) 40% Port Crescent State Park encompasses 3 Industry Outlook Large land mammals (bears, deer, etc.) 60% miles of Lake Huron beachfront, sand n National wildlife watching participation Small land mammals (otter, rabbits, squirrels, etc.) 61% dunes, dune forest, and backwaters and rates have shown great stability over Fish (salmon, lake sturgeon, etc.) 30% bayous of the Pinnebog River. During the last 10 years with participation Other wildlife (butterflies, turtles, etc.) 42% spring hawk migration (March – April), around 31%. viewers can catch broad-winged hawks n However, wildlife viewing was among Includes non-residents and residents who traveled at least one mile from their homes. Source: USFWS, 2006. and other birds of prey that congregate the group of activities with low to rest and feed before they move further percentages of first-time participants in north to their breeding grounds. Loons 2009 with only 5.3% new participants. Promotion of Wildlife Viewing also migrate through the area in April, and n Technology has made it easier to view large concentrations of bluebirds bring color wildlife. The Internet allows people to Wildlife viewers do a significant amount and character to the fields near the park identify species and report and track of background planning online, using the entrance. Wild turkeys, blue herons and migrations instantaneously; smart Internet, birding networks and blogs for whitetail deer are plentiful. The park is also phones allow people easy access to information. a great place to see bald eagles. field guides and socially reported n They tend to research their travel in greater information. HURON COUNTY NATURE CENTER detail than other categories of tourists. Located less than a mile from the shores of n How Communities Can Support Many return to an area where they had a Saginaw Bay, this 280-acre nature center is Wildlife Viewing positive experience. a wonderful example of undisturbed dune n Birding clubs often influence where and and swale habitat. The dry, sandy ridges n Preserve natural areas and habitats. how people travel. and the moist swales offer an outstanding n Create trails in natural areas. n Wildlife viewers seek out and use array of plant life. There aren’t many n Add dedicated viewing areas and interpretive materials and have high other places in nature where plants with viewing platforms. expectations for quality of both content totally different strategies for surviving can n Develop self-guided maps and presentation. successfully coexist within a few feet of each (hiking and driving). n Dedicated stories and pictures in a local other. Interesting plants found here include n Organize guided tours by publication can strengthen a community’s pink lady’s slipper, trailing arbutus, Indian knowledgeable locals. link to wildlife viewing. pipes, jack-in-the-pulpit and wintergreen. n Host events and festivals. n As many species of migratory birds follow The paved trails provide great opportunity n Welcome wildlife viewers to communi- coastline, the Thumb is well positioned for to view deer, squirrels and hognose snakes. ties through signage, special packages or birding during migration. Special events Viewing of the spring warbler migration is discounts, hospitality training, etc. could be planned for migration seasons. also quite good. PAGE 2 RECREATION PROFILE: Wildlife Viewing BAY CITY STATE RECREATION AREA bridges and boardwalk. The area is also an the refuge annually. Shiawassee NWR is Tobico Marsh in the Bay City State excellent funnel for migrating warblers in designated as a United States Important Recreation Area is one of the largest the spring. Bitterns, deer, otters, beavers, Bird Area for its global significance open-water marshes remaining on the gray and red fox and turtles can all be to migratory waterfowl. During peak Saginaw Bay. On a short hike, visitors can spotted as well. populations — usually in late October — up to 20,000 Canada geese, 30,000 ducks traverse several different types of habitats; SHIAWASSEE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE from cattail marsh, to brushy shrub areas, to and many shorebirds visit the refuge. Known locally as the “Shiawassee Flats,” the upland hardwood forest. A boardwalk, two refuge lies in the Saginaw Bay watershed, 40-foot observation towers, and a floating historically one of the largest and most marsh dock with fixed spotting scopes offer SOURCES productive wetland ecosystems in Michigan. excellent wildlife viewing along the Frank Four rivers converge on the refuge — the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (2003). Wildlife viewing N. Andersen Trail. Waterfowl and shorebirds guide: discover the southern lower peninsula. Tittabawassee, Flint, Cass and Shiawassee.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • The Meaning of Place Names in Michigan's Thumb
    The Meaning of Place Names in Michigan’s Thumb By Mark R. Putnam Page 1 of 42 Introduction Page 2 of 42 Contents Introduction ................................................................................. 2 Tuscola County Townships ........................................................... 6 Akron ........................................................................................ 6 Almer ........................................................................................ 6 Arbella ...................................................................................... 7 Dayton ...................................................................................... 7 Columbia .................................................................................. 8 Denmark ................................................................................... 8 Elkland ...................................................................................... 8 Ellington ................................................................................... 9 Elmwood .................................................................................. 9 Fremont.................................................................................. 10 Gilford .................................................................................... 10 Indianfields ............................................................................. 11 Juniata .................................................................................... 11 Kingston ................................................................................
    [Show full text]
  • Trail Guide Huron & Tuscola Counties Michigan, Usa Emergency Contacts
    TRAIL GUIDE HURON & TUSCOLA COUNTIES MICHIGAN, USA EMERGENCY CONTACTS U.S. COAST GUARD: VHF Radio—CHANNEL 16 or Phone (989) 479-3286 or (989) 479-3285 COUNTY EMERGENCY : 911 WEATHER INFORMATION: VHF RADIO –WX Scan through stations to hear weather report. Reports heard are for the area you are in. VHF CHANNEL 16 IS MONITORED BY THE COAST GUARD 24/7. If you have an emergency on the water, the Coast Guard should be contacted before calling 911. The Lake Huron coast throughout the Thumb offers a variety of conditions for paddlers. The eastern shoreline has rocky areas and as you traverse north you will notice the changes. Paddlers should be prepared for these varied conditions. Once you round the point at Port Austin the shores become more sandy. There are some of the best beach areas of Michigan along this side of the trail as you move into Saginaw Bay. WELCOME TO THE TIP OF THE THUMB HERITAGE WATER TRAIL Signage has been placed along the trail marking identified access and egress points, which correspond to the GPS coordinates on your map and in your tour guide. The Tip of the Thumb Heritage Water Trail Organization wants you to experience the beauty, variety, and chal- lenges of paddling and exploring the 103 mile trail along the Huron and Tuscola Counties shoreline of Michigan’s Lake Huron. Visit the towns and villages along the trail. You will find an extensive variety of events, shops, and dining experiences to keep you coming back to this piece of the North close to home.
    [Show full text]
  • THE CHEMICAL COMPOSITION of ATMOSPHERIC PRECIPITATION from SELECTED STATIONS in MICHIGAN CURTIS J. RICHARDSON, Resource Ecology
    THE CHEMICAL COMPOSITION OF ATMOSPHERIC PRECIPITATION FROM SELECTED STATIONS IN MICHIGAN CURTIS J. RICHARDSON, Resource Ecology, School of Natural Resources, University of Michigan; and GEORGE E. MERVA, Department of Agricultural Engineering, Michigan State University. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Financial support for this study was provided by the Michigan State University Department of Agricultural Engineering and an NSF-RANN (project GI-34898) to The University of Michigan. We wish to thank M. Quade, Y. Wang, and J. Kruse for precipi- tation chemistry. D. Kiel and W. B. Rockwell were invaluable in the areas of computer management and statistical analyses. Cooperation of the Michigan Department of Health, The Michigan State Climatologists, The University of Michigan's Biological Station and School of Public Health, and the many wastewater treatment plant operators without whose help this report would not be possible, is gratefully acknowledged. ABSTRACT The pH and amount of rainfall from over 60 selected stations throughout northern and lower Michigan was determined from September 1972 to December 1974. Precipitation pH was determined for each station by calibrated electrode meters. The seasonal weighted average and median pH from all stations in the study was 5.0 and 6.3, respectively. Daily readings from stations throughout Michigan indicate that pH is dependent on the amount of rainfall and that variations in it are often locally controlled. Collectively the pH values suggest car- bonic acid control for most of the state. Annual median pH varied from a high of 8.45 at Dimondale, a station located 1.5 km from a concrete tile plant in central Michigan to 4.65 at Vassar, a small town located east of several industrial centers in the thumb region of the state.
    [Show full text]
  • Business & Services Directory
    A regular meeting of the Bad Axe City Council was called to order at 5:35 p.m. on Monday, March 1, 2021, by Mayor Particka. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Particka, Coun- c i l M e m b e r s : P e t e r s o n , Goebel, McKimmy, Harrison, Rochefort, Perez. Absent: None. Staff: City Manager, Rob Stiverson, City Clerk, Rebecca Bachman. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Peterson second by Harrison to approve the Febru- ary 17, 2021 Regular Meeting Minutes. A regular meeting of the Bad Axe City Council was called Voice vote: all voting aye to order at 5:35 p.m. on Monday, March 1, 2021, PUBLIC COMMENTS by Mayor Particka. -Matt Aymen addressed Coun- ROLL CALL cil about running a full-page ad, Present: Mayor Particka, Coun- for the City of Bad Axe, in c i l M e m b e r s : P e t e r s o n , Michigan’s Thumb Vacation Goebel, McKimmy, Harrison, Guide. He stated the City Rochefort, Perez. would get the Chamber rate at Absent: None. $180.00 off a full page due to Staff: City Manager, Rob the Chamber being dissolved. Stiverson, City Clerk, Rebecca The cost would be around Bachman. $835.00. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -Dan Glaza addressed Council Motion by Peterson second by and asked that the next meet- Harrison to approve the Febru- ing date be added to every ary 17, 2021 Regular Meeting Agenda. Minutes. A regular meeting of the Bad ORDER OF BUSINESS Axe City Council was called Voice vote: all voting aye 1.
    [Show full text]
  • Reaccred. Report
    Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police MICHIGAN LAW ENFORCEMENT ACCREDITATION PROGRAM Onsite Final Report The City of Port Huron Police Department December 14, 2020 Team Leader: Aaron Sawyer Team Member: Matthew Silverthorn MLEAC ONSITE ASSESSMENT REPORT 2 PORT HURON POLICE DEPARTMENT A. Agency name, CEO and AM: The City of Port Huron Police Department 100 McMorran Blvd Port Huron, MI 48060 [email protected] (810) 984-9710 Joseph Platzer Chief of Police Gale Kicinski Accreditation Manager B. Dates of the On-Site Assessment: December 1- 2, 2020 C. Assessment Team: 1. Team Leader: Aaron Sawyer, F/Lieutenant Rockford DPS 7 S Monroe St Rockford, MI 49342 [email protected] (616) 866-9557 2. Team Member: Matt Silverthorn, Lieutenant White Lake Twp. Police Dept. 7525 Highland Road White Lake, MI 48383 [email protected] (248) 698-4400 D. Community and Agency Profile: 1. Community Profile The City of Port Huron, Michigan is located geographically at the base of Lake Huron at the mouth of the St. Clair River. Fort St. Joseph was built at the location by the French in 1686. Fort St. Joseph guarded the upper end of the St. Clair River, the vital waterway joining Lake Erie and Lake Huron. Intended by the French to bar English traders from the upper lakes. In 1688, the French abandoned the fort. The site was incorporated into Fort Gratiot in 1814 following the War of 1812 by the United States, and the area later became Port Huron. The City of Port Huron was incorporated in 1857, and its population grew rapidly after the 1850s due to a high rate of immigration attracted by the successful shipbuilding and lumber trade.
    [Show full text]
  • Midland, Michigan 2016 Population Category
    Midland, Michigan 2016 Population Category: 30,000 - 50,000 AIB Participation History: 1st entry, 2016 Population: 41,863 (2010 census) Acres of Active Recreation: 1,076 Acres of Passive Recreation: 1,424 Area in Square Miles: 36.06 Website: http://www.cityofmidlandmi.gov/beautification Contact Name: Gina Pederson, AIB Chairperson Midland, Michigan 2016 1 Table of Contents Introduction to Midland Michigan Page 3 Floral Displays – Attracting Attention with Colorful Plants Page 4 Landscaped Areas – Designed Tree, Shrub, Turf, and Perennial Plantings Page 6 Urban Forestry—Preserving Our Woodland Heritage Page 10 Environmental Effort – Sustainable Development and Awareness Page 14 Heritage – Preserving Our Past for Future Generations Page 16 Overall Impression Page 20 Best Ideas Page 23 Contacts Page 24 Judges’ Tour Schedule Page 25 Midland, Michigan 2016 2 Introduction to Midland, Michigan Midland, Michigan is tucked near the base of the thumb in the middle section of the Michigan “mitten.” Organized as a county in 1850, Midland’s earliest population included members of the Chippewa Indian tribe who settled along the riverbanks as well as loggers and farmers who contributed to the formation of early settlements. Midland has evolved from an Indian village to the "City of Science and Culture." Midland's Wayfinding Signage The City of Midland was incorporated in 1887; three years later, a young electrochemical pioneer named Herbert Henry Dow arrived in Midland, attracted by the area’s plentiful brine wells, and subsequently founded The Dow Chemical Company. The growth and success of Dow has enabled Midland to become a cultural melting pot, attracting the minds of science, technology and innovation from around the globe.
    [Show full text]
  • Mclaren Thumb Region 2019 Community Health Needs Assessment
    McLaren Thumb Region 2019 Community Health Needs Assessment 1 Table of Contents Contents Executive Summary ................................................................................................................................................................. 3 CHNA Methodology ................................................................................................................................................................ 7 Findings ................................................................................................................................................................................... 8 Implementation Plan and Strategies to fill gaps in resources .............................................................................................. 11 Written CHNA Report and Implementation Plan .................................................................................................................. 11 Additional Documents (Available Upon Request)................................................................................................................. 11 2 Executive Summary Serving and Meeting Needs of the Community McLaren Thumb Region (MTR), located in Huron County, Michigan, is a not-for-profit provider of integrated healthcare. Founded in 1906, it is a full service acute care hospital located in Bad Axe, Michigan. McLaren Thumb Region serves the residents of Huron, Sanilac, and Tuscola Counties and is committed to helping shape the future of health care. With a mission that is:
    [Show full text]
  • Geology of Michigan and the Great Lakes
    35133_Geo_Michigan_Cover.qxd 11/13/07 10:26 AM Page 1 “The Geology of Michigan and the Great Lakes” is written to augment any introductory earth science, environmental geology, geologic, or geographic course offering, and is designed to introduce students in Michigan and the Great Lakes to important regional geologic concepts and events. Although Michigan’s geologic past spans the Precambrian through the Holocene, much of the rock record, Pennsylvanian through Pliocene, is miss- ing. Glacial events during the Pleistocene removed these rocks. However, these same glacial events left behind a rich legacy of surficial deposits, various landscape features, lakes, and rivers. Michigan is one of the most scenic states in the nation, providing numerous recre- ational opportunities to inhabitants and visitors alike. Geology of the region has also played an important, and often controlling, role in the pattern of settlement and ongoing economic development of the state. Vital resources such as iron ore, copper, gypsum, salt, oil, and gas have greatly contributed to Michigan’s growth and industrial might. Ample supplies of high-quality water support a vibrant population and strong industrial base throughout the Great Lakes region. These water supplies are now becoming increasingly important in light of modern economic growth and population demands. This text introduces the student to the geology of Michigan and the Great Lakes region. It begins with the Precambrian basement terrains as they relate to plate tectonic events. It describes Paleozoic clastic and carbonate rocks, restricted basin salts, and Niagaran pinnacle reefs. Quaternary glacial events and the development of today’s modern landscapes are also discussed.
    [Show full text]
  • Michigan's Railroad History
    Contributing Organizations The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) wishes to thank the many railroad historical organizations and individuals who contributed to the development of this document, which will update continually. Ann Arbor Railroad Technical and Historical Association Blue Water Michigan Chapter-National Railway Historical Society Detroit People Mover Detroit Public Library Grand Trunk Western Historical Society HistoricDetroit.org Huron Valley Railroad Historical Society Lansing Model Railroad Club Michigan Roundtable, The Lexington Group in Transportation History Michigan Association of Railroad Passengers Michigan Railroads Association Peaker Services, Inc. - Brighton, Michigan Michigan Railroad History Museum - Durand, Michigan The Michigan Railroad Club The Michigan State Trust for Railroad Preservation The Southern Michigan Railroad Society S O October 13, 2014 Dear Michigan Residents: For more than 180 years, Michigan’s railroads have played a major role in the economic development of the state. This document highlights many important events that have occurred in the evolution of railroad transportation in Michigan. This document was originally published to help celebrate Michigan’s 150th birthday in 1987. A number of organizations and individuals contributed to its development at that time. The document has continued to be used by many since that time, so a decision was made to bring it up to date and keep the information current. Consequently, some 28 years later, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has updated the original document and is placing it on our website for all to access. As you journey through this history of railroading in Michigan, may you find the experience both entertaining and beneficial. MDOT is certainly proud of Michigan’s railroad heritage.
    [Show full text]
  • The Official Guide To
    The Official Guide to UPDATED MARCH MDOT 2021 Everything You Need to Know About the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Cut River Bridge, Mackinac County MDOT on the Web The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) provides many online services and sources of informa- tion. In addition to its main website, MDOT also offers the Mi Drive website, featuring an interactive map for motorists with lane closure information, traffic incident updates, and traffic camera views for I, M and US routes in Michigan. MDOT also is a pioneer among state DOTs using social media to connect with the public. MDOT uses social media sites like Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram to interact with the public, answer questions, and raise awareness of transportation issues facing the state. MDOT website - www.Michigan.gov/MDOT Mi Drive - www.Michigan.gov/Drive The Mi Drive website provides real-time travel information for motorists, including incidents, lane closures, work zones, message boards, camera views, carpool lots, and weather-related conditions on Michigan’s I, M and US routes across the state. Facebook - www.facebook.com/MichiganDOT Twitter Statewide - www.twitter.com/MichiganDOT Metro Detroit - www.twitter.com/MDOT_MetroDet West Michigan - www.twitter.com/MDOT_West Southwest Michigan - www.twitter.com/MDOT_Southwest Flint/Saginaw and the Thumb area - www.twitter.com/MDOT_Bay Lansing/Jackson area - www.twitter.com/MDOT_LanJxn Ann Arbor area - www.twitter.com/MDOT_A2 Upper Peninsula - www.twitter.com/MDOT_UP Northern Lower Peninsula - www.twitter.com/MDOT_Traverse Rail - www.twitter.com/MDOT_Rail Blue Water Bridge - www.twitter.com/MDOT_BWB Mackinac Bridge - www.twitter.com/MackinacBridge Media Clips - www.twitter.com/MDOT_MediaClips YouTube - www.youtube.com/MichiganDOT Instagram - www.instagram.com/MDOTPicOfTheDay Top three MDOT videos (as of Feb.
    [Show full text]
  • Northern Michigan's
    Northern MIchigan’s 2010 Report Bass Lake Birch Lake Deer Lake Huffman Lake Larks Lake Long Lake Marion Lake GNoweland Lakem Silver Lake Susan LLake ThumbaLake Twikn Lake Wildewood Lakes What would Michigan be without water? One might as well to protect lakes throughout Northern Michigan. Projects ask what the Sahara would be without sand or the Himalayas carried out on these lakes have ranged from lake-wide without mountains. Michigan is defined by water and, aquatic plant surveys to individual shoreline property in fact, the definition of Michigan in some Native American restoration projects. Details about recent projects involving languages literally means water, “big lake” to be precise. the Gem Lakes are included in this report. Water formed Michigan, frozen water that is, thousands of We hope you find the information presented in this report feet thick. A series of glaciers advanced and retreated across both interesting and insightful. If you have any questions, Michigan over the course of millions of years, creating the comments, or concerns, please contact Tip of the Mitt present-day landscape of rolling hills and broad plains; Watershed Council at (231) 347-1181 or visit our website at dotted with lakes, crisscrossed with rivers, and surrounded www.watershedcouncil.org. by freshwater seas. Glacial scouring and huge ice chunks that were left behind formed thousands of lakes across the landscape, lakes of all shapes and sizes, each unique: each beautiful and special in its own way. Many people live in or travel through Northern Michigan because of these lakes and the character they lend to the region.
    [Show full text]
  • Accelerate: Economic Development Strategy and Prosperity Plan for the I-69 Thumb Region
    Reports Upjohn Research home page 1-1-2014 Accelerate: Economic Development Strategy and Prosperity Plan for the I-69 Thumb Region George Erickcek W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research, [email protected] Bryan Bommersbach W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research Don Edgerly W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research Brian Pittelko W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research Claudette Robey W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research, [email protected] See next page for additional authors Follow this and additional works at: https://research.upjohn.org/reports Citation Erickcek, George A., Bryan Bommersbach, Don Edgerly, Brian Pittelko, Claudette Robey, Jim Robey. 2014. "Accelerate: Economic Development Strategy and Prosperity Plan for the I-69 Thumb Region." Report prepared for Genesee County Metropolitan Planning Commission. https://research.upjohn.org/reports/213 This title is brought to you by the Upjohn Institute. For more information, please contact [email protected]. Authors George Erickcek, Bryan Bommersbach, Don Edgerly, Brian Pittelko, Claudette Robey, and Jim Robey This report is available at Upjohn Research: https://research.upjohn.org/reports/213 Economic Development Strategy and Prosperity Plan for the I-69 Thumb Region Executive Summary December 8, 2014 1 2 Accelerate: Economic Development Strategy and Prosperity Plan for Region 6 Acknowledgments W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research George A. Erickcek Bryan Bommersbach Don Edgerly Brian Pittelko Claudette Robey Mohr Partners Cleveland Jim Robey CIB Planning Carmine P. Avantini Flint and Genesee Chamber of Commerce Justin Sprague This report could not have been completed without the guidance and assistance of the members of both the Region 6 Steering Committee (List 1) and the CEDS Steering Committee (List 2).
    [Show full text]