News

Hiker’s body recovered from Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

Munising, MICHIGAN — On the evening of Wednesday, May 29th, recovery efforts were completed near the Coves Campground for the body of a 45-year-old male. United States Park Rangers at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore received a call that the individual had fallen unconscious after exhibiting signs of distress while hiking towards Spray Falls. Alger County Sheriff’s Office deployed a marine response vessel to the area while additional personnel responded on foot. The individual, identified as Steven Poppema of Holland, Michigan, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Read MoreHiker’s body recovered from Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

Staying Bear Aware on Grand Island

With summer approaching, visitors are heading to Grand Island National Recreation Area, a popular destination for campers and day-trippers alike. Ferry service began last Friday, May 24. The Island is known for its breathtaking overlooks, pristine beaches, deep hardwoods, and fascinating cultural sites. It offers numerous recreation opportunities including campsites, day sites, hiking and biking trails, beaches, and rental cabins.
Read MoreStaying Bear Aware on Grand Island

Yearly plant sale a success

Last Thursday morning, Munising Baptist Church members unloaded a trailer filled with a variety of plants from Red Barn Greenhouse in Centerville, Michigan. Over the last 15 years, the greenhouse has brought an impressive assortment of vegetable plants as well as beautiful decorative annuals and perennials to Munising for a yearly plant sale to benefit the youth of Munising Baptist Church and School.
Read MoreYearly plant sale a success

A Disturbing Truth

As forests age, increases in natural mortality and subsequent disturbance events happen. Michigan forests are growing older and natural mortality is, indeed, on the rise. For the past several years, natural mortality volumes have exceeded harvest volumes.
Read MoreA Disturbing Truth

Briefs

Summertime Fitness The Deep Blue Fitness Summer Training Program is intended for both athletes and non-athletes to improve overall physical fitness, both sports-related and in general. The program is for students in grades 6-12, and includes elements of strength-building, endurance, agility, overall functional fitness, and sports performance. The program runs from June 11 through August 29 at Munising High School. Students can sign-up for the whole summer, or on a month-to-month basis. For more information, please reach out to Deep Blue Fitness or Munising High School.
Read MoreBriefs

Memorial Day in Alger County

John Dugas, Secretary VVA Chapter 237 Veterans from Alger County and community members gathered at Bay Shore Park’s All Vets Memorial to honor our fallen military service members who sacrificed their lives for their country. The weather wasn’t pleasant, with rain and a temperature of 50 degrees, but no matter what the weather was like, we all had rain gear on and umbrellas above our heads to memorialize those who had fallen, so, in the end, it was a good day.
Read MoreMemorial Day in Alger County