by MyNorth News Service | Aug 4, 2021 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns
The Grow Solar Little Traverse Initiative has announced a bulk purchase program to help businesses and homeowners. This allows property owners to access competitive prices for solar installations through the power of volume purchasing. This is an official press...
by MyNorth News Service | Jul 27, 2021 | Live Here, Outdoors
A survey created by Michigan Shoreland Stewards is helping waterfront homeowners in Northern Michigan assess how their property is contributing to the pollution of their lake or river and offers tips on how to minimize that harm. This is the official press release...
by Rachel Souillere | Jul 2, 2021 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns
A six-year effort by the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy and the Northern Michigan community raised $93 million that will go toward creating new nature preserves, universal access trails and so much more. Called the Campaign for Generations, the results are...
by mynorthmedia | Jun 16, 2021 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns
The scenic village of Onekama, which sits upon the shores of both Portage Lake and Lake Michigan, has a unique history to thank for its double-lake frontage. This year, the two-lake town celebrates the 150th anniversary of the iconic channel that created one of the...
by mynorthmedia | Jun 9, 2021 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns
Help protect Torch Lake and the surrounding lakes with these recommendations from Three Lakes Association, Torch Lake Protection Alliance and Torch Conservation Center. From deep-rooted plants to no-mow zones, learn the best ways to protect the pristine conditions of...
by mynorthmedia | May 6, 2021 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns
Huron Pines, located in Gaylord, has received the Consumers Energy Foundation Planet Award. This $200,000 award will help to support the restoration of wildlife habitat and waterways across Northern Michigan. This is the official press release from Huron Pines. ...
by mynorthmedia | May 3, 2021 | Counties, Live Here, Towns
Three eighth-grade students from Cherryland Middle School in Elk Rapids raised more than $20,000 for Great Lakes preservation on the 46.2-mile stand-up paddleboard journey from Sault Ste. Marie to Drummond Island. The official press release from Stand Up for Great...
by mynorthmedia | Apr 23, 2021 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns
Torch Conservation Center encourages Torch Lake residents to join local conservation organizations this summer in keeping Torch Lake blue by ending fertilizing. With summer just around the corner, homeowners on Torch Lake are ready to get back out onto the water and...
by Carolyn Faught | Apr 20, 2021 | Counties, Outdoors, Towns
Leelanau Conservancy protected areas give community members the opportunity to hike, relax and heal. Learn how the Cedar River Preserve offered Carolyn Faught peace and perspective during a time of unimaginable loss for a close friend. Featured in the April 2021 issue...
