Project Goals
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Develop a non-motorized trailway between the TART Trails and the Top of Michigan Trails Council networks, connecting multiple communities and over twenty-five protected natural areas throughout three counties to create a 415+ mile trail network in northern Lower Michigan.
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Create opportunities for everyone to participate in active living and healthy lifestyles through year-round outdoor recreation and active transportation, while providing access to the region’s iconic shoreline and showcasing the region’s phenomenal cultural and natural resources.
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Provide an extraordinary resource for residents of and visitors to northwest Lower Michigan to spur economic development opportunities, enhance regional identity and strengthen vibrant communities.
Nakwema Trailway relies on the generous contributions of donors. Investing in trails is investing in people.
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Nothing says springtime like center line striping!
Last week, we added some finishing touches to the Deepwater Connector, which is our southernmost portion of the Nakwema Trailway. Center lines help all trail users as they move around a corner or a highly trafficked section of trail!
Beyond center lines, we also clarified the pedestrian crossing at the intersection of M-72 and US-31.
Get out and enjoy!
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Thank you to Pine Hill Nursery for hosting an excellent community event this past weekend! The Top of Michigan Trails Council and TART Trails staff had a great time connecting with some new and some familiar faces as we talked about the Nakwema Trailway. We shared status updates on our three main priorities in Elk Rapids, Eastport, and Charlevoix!
We'll be sure to see you at the next one!
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It's time to SPEAK UP!
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), along with the Northeast Michigan Council of Governments and Networks Northwest, developed the North Region Active Transportation Plan. This plan is a necessary step toward creating a safer, more connected, and sustainable transportation and recreation network across 21 counties in northern Michigan.
The plan is open for public review until May 14th, 2025!
Your feedback matters! Take a look and help shape the future of communities along the Nakwema Trailway. Find the plan here: www.networksnorthwest.org/userfiles/filemanager/ixdgkflctlzkuqeot9kh/
Please share your support, comments, suggestions, and feedback with Heidi Phaneuf via email (phaneufh@michigan.gov) or phone (231-340-0326).
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Reminder: We've got a great event coming up this weekend!
Join us on May 3rd at Pine Hill in Kewadin for their "Cultivating Community" open house from 10 am to 4 pm! The Nakwema Trailway team will be there to share information about trail progress, our current priority projects, and ways for community members to get involved!
While you're at Pine Hill, stop by the various greenhouses to spruce up your spring garden!
Find out more here: Cultivating Community at Pine Hill Nursery
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The southern end of the Nakwema Trailway, known as the Acme Connector, received some TLC this past weekend during the annual Spring Work Bee in honor of Earth Week! Thank you so much to all those who lent a hand (and a rake) to prepare the trail for a busy spring season.
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