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 Dendroica Kirtlankii by janetanne
Because the Kirtland Warbler has just a small range and unique habitat, it has probably always been a rare bird. Leave a Comment
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The United States Forest Service manages the areas in which the warbler breeds by systematically burning portions of the forest to keep the jack pines at a certain height. The birds will not nest in mature pines, but will only breed where the pines are just a few feet tall.
The breeding areas are off limits to the public, and can only be visited by joining a tour run by the United States Forest Service. Before the tour, participants meet at the forest service's office to view an informative film which gives an overview of the steps taken to save the warbler. The group is then led to the breeding areas to try to catch a glimpse of the rare bird.
The picture here shows the headquarters of the United States Forest Service in Mio, Michigan. Leave a Comment
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 Little Sable Lighthouse by Stephen-KarenConn
Little Sable has the advantage of being part of Silver Lake State Park and is thereby protected. To find it, exit from US-31 at Shelby Road and head west away from the small town of Shelby. Follow that to 16th Avenue and head north, zigzagging over to 18th Avenue. Continue on Silver Lake Road to the lake and the Little Sable Lighthouse. There is a small admission fee to the state park. For a few dollars more you can get an annual permit to all Michigan state parks. Leave a Comment
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 Grand Traverse Lighthouse by Stephen-KarenConn
The light is located on Cat's Head Point, Leelanau State Park, at the tip of Leelanau Peninsula, 9 miles north of Northport. This is a beautiful drive with views of Lake Michigan and turn-outs to several secluded beaches along the way.
Admission: $2.00 - Adult, $1.00 - Child
Hours vary, so click the web site below for the current information. Leave a Comment
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 Karen beside the
Lumberman's Monument by Stephen-KarenConnLeave a Comment
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 Karen at the Old Presque Isle
Lighthouse by Stephen-KarenConn
We were shown through the property by an elderly woman, Lorainne Parris. Her husband, George, had been the custodian and tour guide for many years before his death in 1992. We were spellbound as Lorainne told us of the dark night the old deactivated light mysteriously came on, even though it was not connected to any power source. She said her husband had told her that after his death he would find a way to signal her and let her know he had passed safely to the other side. Their story has been featured on the television series, "Unsolved Mysteries."
The light is in Northern Michigan on the shore of Lake Huron, north of Alpena. From US-23, turn right onto Hwy. 638, and follow it to the lighthouse. Watch carefully for the signs. Leave a Comment
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 Point Iroquois Lighthouse by Stephen-KarenConn
The lighthouse was established in 1855 and the present sixty-five -foot tower and dwelling were built in 1871. This is a strategic point for Lake Superior ship traffic where the open lake funnels into Whitefish Bay and the St. Mary's River, toward the Soo Locks. The beacon is now a part of the Hiawatha National Forest and is maintained by the Bay Mills-Brimley Historical Research Society. There is also an interesting museum and a gift shop here.
Point Iroquois is 28 miles from Sault Ste. Marie. Take 1-75 south for 12 miles, then turn west on M-28 for eight miles to M-221. This will lead north through the small town of Brimley where M-221 dead ends into Lake Superior. Turn left onto six mile road which leads 7.5 miles to the lighthouse. Leave a Comment
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 Karen at the City Limits of
Bad Axe by Stephen-KarenConn
A favorite tourist attraction here is Pioneer Log Cabin Village, a replicated settlement of historical buildings. There is a log cabin home, blacksmith shop, chapel, general store, barn and a one-room schoolhouse. Each log building is furnished as it would have been in the 19th century. Leave a Comment
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