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Inside Michigan's Great Outdoors
June 2007

Dear Matt,

This e-newsletter is as much about you and what you enjoy. We want to know about your favorite place and why it's special to you. Tell us why this place is so special to you. The responses will be published in future editions.

in this month's issue of Inside
  • What's Legal to Drive in a State Park or Recreation Area?
  • What's New in the Land of Parks and Harbors?
  • A Hidden Gem
  • Access to Recreation Project Locations Announced
  • Nature Nuggets

  • What's Legal to Drive in a State Park or Recreation Area?

    Most visitors to a state park or recreation area may be unaware that all roads and parking areas within the park are, in fact, public highways governed by Michigan's Motor Vehicle Code.

    Any motor vehicle using these roads and parking areas, which have been developed solely for access, egress and parking, must be registered by the Secretary of State and must have a valid State Park Motor Vehicle Permit.


    What's New in the Land of Parks and Harbors?

    Many GO-Get Outdoors events are planned this summer. Our calendar is updated weekly, so be sure you check back before planning your next visit to a state park or recreation area.

    June 9-10 is Michigan's annual summer Free Fishing Weekend...


    A Hidden Gem

    Most people have their favorite park or harbor area. But, sometimes, they may not be able to travel the distance or reservations are full. We would like to introduce you to a few of our hidden gems just waiting to be discovered. Perhaps it will inspire you to go exploring to find a new favorite or two.


    Access to Recreation Project Locations Announced

    Last fall, as part of its Access to Recreation Initiative, the DNR Parks and Recreation Division received 30 proposals from state park and recreation areas across the state and, using a special scoring system, developed a "top tier" of geographically dispersed projects that will offer unique and creative outdoor recreation opportunities for people of all abilities. The project locations...


    Nature Nuggets

    1. From State Parks' Green Initiatives Team-
      Things Campers Can Do to Cut Energy Use
    2. A Grandfather's Story


    The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the State's natural resources for current and future generations.
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    PROJECT GO
    Get Outdoors

    A Schedule of Upcoming 2007 Events at Parks and Harbors

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    Camping and Harbor Reservations

    Michigan Recreational Boating Information System (MRBIS)

    Volunteer Opportunities

    Citizens Committee for Michigan State Parks

    State Waterways Commission

    Travel Michigan




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