Throughout 2022 we looked to our friends and partners to become community scientists, to pledge support for Lake Huron and to showcase your favorite natural places to visitors from across the state. Here are some of those stories. … More It Takes a Village: How Engaged Communities Drive Conservation
There’s a reason so much emphasis is placed on the outdoors when it comes to pitching Northeast Michigan to visitors: Tourism structured around outdoor recreation is growing part of our economy, leading to new opportunities and challenges around access, stewardship and economic growth. … More How Recreation Powers Northern Michigan’s Economy
Huron Pines is part of the Michigan Recreate Responsibility Coalition, a group of more than 50 agencies, businesses and nonprofits developing and sharing best practices to protect each other and our natural landscapes. We’re brought together by a mutual love of the outdoors and a desire to help everyone stay safe outside and protect the places we play. … More Ways to Recreate Responsibly in Winter
Visitors to Huron Pines’ two nature preserves now have a quiet place to sit, reflect and observe their surroundings thanks to the craftsmanship of students at Alcona High School. Students in the Geometry in Construction shop class built 11 wooden benches which now reside at Hubbard Lake Nature Preserve and Emily Min Hunt Preserve. … More Alcona Students Build Benches for Huron Pines Nature Preserves