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Michigan’s Oak Beach County Park on Saginaw Bay – The Gathering Place

Posted on May 23, 2019November 18, 2021 by Michael Hardy

The first thing folks notice at Oak Beach County Park is just how large it is. Sitting on over 40

Huron County Wind Farm 2015 Moratorium Didn’t Stop Wind Growth in Michigan

Posted on April 20, 2019November 20, 2021 by Michael Hardy

Huron County Michigan’s 2015 moratorium on new development of wind power in Michigan’s Thumb gave rise to the possibility that other wind and solar projects would pause in the Great Lakes region. That didn’t happen

Charity Island – Travel to a Saginaw Bay Oasis

Posted on April 14, 2019November 20, 2021 by Michael Hardy

Capt Tom Carriveau started as a scuba diver seeking adventure in the Great Lakes and Florida. Soon he was a professional captain plying the waters of Lake Huron and the Everglades. Here is his story.

Ora Labora 1863 – A Lost Colony in Michigan’s North – Part 2

Posted on April 12, 2019November 18, 2021 by Michael Hardy

Part II of the Ora Labora story outlines the summer of 1863. Building is rapid and progress exciting in Michigan’s north. But the looming effect of the Civil War is about to impact this fledgling German religious colony’s effort to bring their culture and traditions to the Great Lakes wilderness.

Website Accessibility Advances at Thumbwind

Posted on March 21, 2019November 20, 2021 by Michael Hardy

Web accessibility is the inclusive practice of ensuring there are no barriers that prevent interaction and access to Internet websites by people with disabilities. When sites are correctly designed, developed and edited, generally all users have equal access to information and functionality.

Ora Labora Colony – A Lost Community in Michigan’s North – Part 3

Posted on March 1, 2019November 18, 2021 by Michael Hardy

Part III of the Ora Labora story brings us to 1864. The rapid growth of the colony was costly and the society needs funds to grow. It was time for drastic measures. The raging war in the south was turning in the North’s favor and the colony was on borrowed time until the draft took effect.

6 Amazing Great Lakes Islands to Explore

Posted on February 28, 2019February 15, 2022 by Malcom Mott

With over 35,000 islands, the salt and shark-free Great Lakes have some of the most inviting and unique chances for island exploring anywhere in the world. Some of these magnificent island destinations are only accessible by boat or float plane, while others offer regularly scheduled ferry service. Here are six choice island destinations to explore.

Ora Labora Colony- Lost in Michigan’s North – Part 4

Posted on February 27, 2019November 18, 2021 by Michael Hardy

Part IV of the Ora Labora starts during Christmas 1864. The Colonies funds and provisions are low and its leader Emil Baur is begging his benefactors for loans to make it through the winter. With the war in its closing days the colonist are hopeful that a risky new venture will be profitable.