Sustainability

Visit Keweenaw pushes responsible recreation

Visit Keweenaw ramps up its efforts to protect the stunning landscape of the peninsula with a series of videos aimed at educating visitors about how to enjoy the outdoors and also be respectful. 

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On tap: annual Michigan Rural Health Conference

The Michigan Center for Rural Health holds its annual conference next week in Mount Pleasant. The two-day conference brings those working in rural health together to discuss a variety of issues in rural health, network and collaborate.

Julia Petersen
Petersen tapped for TNC Keweenaw leadership

“Julia Petersen has worn so many different hats throughout her career that she was a natural fit to take on the project manager role for a multi-faceted project like the Keweenaw Heartlands,” said Helen Taylor, state director for The Nature Conservancy in Michigan.

The proposed Back Forty mine location compared to other mines and metal deposits in the U.P. and Wisconsin.
Tribal effort to preserve historic site delayed

Tribal members call the area “Anaem Omot,” which translates to “Dog’s Belly,” and is near archeological remains of indigenous burial mounds, dance circles and ancient agricultural evidence.

The Eagle Harbor Lighthouse.
Upper Peninsula lighthouses get improvement funding

“The historic lighthouses lining our freshwater shoreline — the longest in the world — are part of the splendor of Pure Michigan,” Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said.

The Chippewa and Marquette II Hydro-Jet head to Mackinac Island side by side.
On the horizon: The first electric Mackinac Island ferry

The electrification of the first Mackinac Island ferry is underway, part of a bold initiative to modernize the fleet and other ships serving the region. It's also part of an ambitious plan to bolster the economy of the Straits of Mackinac.

A pristine spot on Isle Royale National Park.
Keweenaw tourism pairs with Leave No Trace

“Our goal is to help visitors better understand best practices to keep them safe while protecting and preserving the Keweenaw’s wilderness,” explained Brad Barnett, executive director of Visit Keweenaw.

The museum is part of a park, already popular with cross-country skiers.
Erwin Township museum connects past to future

Looking to save a piece of its past, Erwin Township found a way to serve the future as well. A preserved schoolhouse will be the centerpiece of a six-acre park, with plans calling for recreational activities and other amenities.

An up-close look at a bus charging connection.
Electric school buses poised to roll into the U.P.

Three school districts in the Upper Peninsula will receive electric school buses, aimed at reducing emissions and improving the environment.  

Refill U.P. shop sells a selection of environmentally friendly products to keep your home clean.
Refill U.P. helps residents kick the plastic habit

A new refillery in Hancock helps U.P. residents kick the plastic habit.  

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