life in a northern town protecting our land support
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life in a northern town protecting our land support
LIFE IN A NORTHERN TOWN Why Emmet County? PROTECTING OUR LAND Enjoy Our Public Recreational Properties SUPPORT FOR BUSINESS Living and Working REDISCOVER THE PLEASURES OF AIR TRAVEL Pellston Regional Airport Pellston Regional Airport is a pleasant surprise in many ways. An award-winning terminal, short lines, free parking, convenient business amenities and superlative staff remind you of the golden age of air travel. 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The People of This Place 10 Four Season Living 15 Local Flavor 8 10 Downtown Shopping, Dining, Community 15 >LJHUI\PSKP[ 3PJLUZLKYLZPKLU[PHSI\PSKLY^VYRPUN [OYV\NOV\[UVY[OLYU4PJOPNHU >>>+>:)<03+,9:*64 17 Where to Live in Emmet County 21 Life in a Northern Town 17 Accolades and Demographics of Note 22 Big City Service, Celebrate History Small-Town Appeal 22 26 Protecting our Natural Resources 32 County Map Grounds open daily throughout the summer. The lighthouse open for guided tours: Saturdays, 9 am – 5 pm (5/30/09 – 9/5/09) Sundays, 10 am – 3 pm (5/31/09 – 9/6/09) 35 Emmet County’s Public Parkland 36 Arts & Entertainment Alive in Emmet County 36 38 Support for Business 42 Rich History, Colorful Past 500 Headlands Dr, Mackinaw City emmetcounty.org · 231.348.1704 McGulpin Point Historic Site is an Emmet County public recreational property. 45 School Districts 46 Annual Happenings 48 Local Lore 42 For Daily Health. For Long-term Health. Patients – both established and new – have at their service a full staff of physicians and clinicians, plus a comprehensive referral system to some of the nation’s finest specialists. Establish a relationship with Internal Medicine of Northern Michigan, the preferred practice for all adult health and wellness needs. IMAGINE emmetcounty.org EDITOR FRED GRAY [email protected] ART AND PRODUCTION DIRECTOR MICHELE NICKEL-FRASZ NICKEL DESIGN, INC. [email protected] WRITER BETH ANNE PIEHL NORTHERN MICHIGAN REVIEW [email protected] ART ASSOCIATE ANGELA SOLOMON NICKEL DESIGN, INC. [email protected] ADVERTISING SALES 231.487.9702 · imnm.net BURNS PROFESSIONAL BUILDING, SUITE 300 · PETOSKEY Doctors for Adults · New Patients Welcome · Annual Physicals & Screenings · Most Major Insurance Accepted JEFF JOHNSON [email protected] MATT KINNEY [email protected] PHOTOGRAPHY G. RANDALL GOSS NORTHERN MICHIGAN REVIEW FRED GRAY CYNTHIA MNICH [email protected] MICHELE NICKEL-FRASZ EMMET COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS LESTER ATCHISON THOMAS FOLTZ LEROY GREGORY JACK JONES DANIEL PLASENCIA THOMAS SHIER JAMES TAMLYN, CHAIR IMAGINE is published by Emmet County, 200 Division Street, Petoskey, MI 49770, in conjunction with Nickel Design, Inc. (231.582.9299) and Northern Michigan Review, Inc. (231.347.2544). Content may not be reproduced without prior written consent from publisher. Content subject to change without notice. All rights reserved. ©2009. For more information about Emmet County, visit emmetcounty.org or call 231.348.1704. 6 emmetcounty.org LIVE. WORK. PLAY. Dear Seekers of QUIET ADVENTURE, F or 25 years, I have had the privilege of serving as administrator of Emmet County, the land of the Crooked Tree, Odawa Indians and Ernest Hemingway, located in the unspoiled and spectacular natural beauty at the tip of the Michigan mitt. As you pore through the area’s fascinating history, you’ll find legends of nomadic Native Americans and tales of dashing French voyageurs, British Redcoats fighting American patriots, and a coterie of religious zealots, one of them the nation’s only king. Entrepreneurs among them gave us fur coats, Mackinac Island fudge, the Grand Hotel, the Mackinac Bridge, and a coastline peppered with romantic villages and lighthouses. In fact, we’re dedicating this publication to the county’s newest acquisition, McGulpin Point Lighthouse, which will again become a beacon to shipping on the Straits of Mackinac for the first time in 100 years. In Emmet County, you’ll find such treasures as: • 800 acres along Cecil Bay, once a thriving lumbering community that has reverted to Lake Michigan wetlands without a trace of settlement; • The Headlands, 600 acres of native forest, flora, fauna and beachfront; • Camp Pet-o-se-ga on Pickerel Lake, where you are invited to bring your family to fish, recreate and relax under your own tent or in a rented cabin; • The newly renovated Community Fairgrounds, where the Emmet-Charlevoix County Fair takes place every August, and where antiquing, concerts, festivities and other activities abound throughout the year; and • The Odawa homecoming pow-wow in August on tribal land between Harbor Springs and Petoskey. In the pages that follow we present the story of our fair county and the solace it offers to those buffeted by the noise and confusion of big city life. And, we invite the imaginative and industrious among you to join our friendly communities and start and nurture a business in a quiet, sophisticated environment through the four seasons of the year. We believe Emmet County is a wonderful place to live, work, play, invest and retire. We know you will, too. Come join us! Lyn Johnson EMMET COUNTY CONTROLLER LIVE. WORK. PLAY. emmetcounty.org 7 Why Emmet County? Nils, Nicole, Jack and Emma tap a sugar maple on their property in Emmet County. 8 emmetcounty.org LIVE. WORK. PLAY. THE PEOPLE OF THIS PLACE Nils and Nicole Lindwall share a common ideal for their children: That here, they can grow up just being kids. hey picture games of kick-the-can, summers at the beach, and exploring woodlands and back yards while developing connections to the environment and the community. This is what brought the Lindwalls out of a fast-paced Seattle suburb known for its link to Microsoft to a place that, simply, felt like home, in Petoskey. T In spring 2007, the Lindwalls made the decision to return to their Michigan roots, trading commutes on a six-lane highway and West Coast routines for nature hikes and Popsicles on the front porch. “I knew one shop owner in the eight years we lived in Seattle, and it was my dry cleaner. Here, I know so many people already,” says Nicole. “As soon as we moved here, it felt like home,” adds Nils. They landed jobs and bought a house far enough in the country for the kids to roam but close enough for quick access to shopping, dining, school and work. Nils is a geotechnical and civil engineer with Northwest Design Group, and Nicole is the children’s services program administrator for the Women’s Resource Center. Both masters-degree educated, they find Emmet County’s riches in the people and resources, rather than in the daily grind of working simply to afford the high housing costs and child care expenses that are part of big-city life. Their children, Emma, 6, a kindergartner, and Jack, 2, are learning what makes Emmet County the special place their parents longed for. “In Seattle, there was no place,” Nicole says, “to just be.” Up north, the couple has enjoyed taking part in a chamber-sponsored leadership program, eating at a small lakeside restaurant, the Crooked Lake Grill (made locally famous by its breakfasts), and browsing the shelves at independently-owned McLean & Eakin Booksellers in Petoskey. And when they attended their first Petoskey holiday open house, they had to call their friends in Seattle to tell them about it. “If you don’t go away from northern Michigan, you don’t realize this doesn’t exist in other places,” Nicole emphasizes. Nils said he and his wife, both in their 30s, are inspired to become more involved with community organizations as a way of giving back. “There is something about this community that makes you want to be involved,” he says. “It’s a small town but it’s not sleepy. There’s a lot going on.” In between their desire to help others and getting to know their community, the Lindwalls can likely be found on any given day not too far from home. “We spend a lot of time in the back yard, because it wasn’t something we could do in Seattle,” Nicole says. “We made a conscious decision to do this for our kids.” LIVE. WORK. PLAY. emmetcounty.org 9 4 Four Seasons Living the Outdoor Lifestyle Golfing 365 Days Morel Hunting Biking In-line skating Hiking Beaching-it Swimming Boating Snorkeling Kayaking & Canoeing Camping Skydiving Parasailing Festival-going Food Tastings Art Fairs Outdoor Concerts Autumn Color Tours Hunting & Fishing Farmers’ Markets Pumpkin Patches & Corn Mazes Downhill & Cross Country Skiing Snowboarding Ice Skating Hockey Tubing & Sledding Ice Sailing 10 emmetcounty.org LIVE. WORK. PLAY. For more than a decade, Molly Baker ran the outdoor education program at Colgate University in central New York. When she and husband Josh started looking for a rural area to raise their children, they sought a spot where their combined years of outdoor education would extend beyond the classroom and into everyday life for their young ones. They found Emmet County. “Getting kids outdoors puts all my background passions together,” said Molly, a volunteer with a new county initiative to keep children active and outside, Getting Kids Outdoors: Emmet County (gettingskidsoutdoors.org). Continued on page 12. FROM LEFT: Charlie, Molly, Josh, Luke and Josie Baker at their Harbor Springs retail store, The Outfitter. Continued from page 11. Since moving to the area, the couple translated their love of outdoor activity to retail downtown Harbor Springs—The Outfitter, where kayaks, skis, snowboards and snowshoe gear are available for rent and purchase. And when they’re not outfitting others to get out and live it up, the family of five— Luke, 5, Josie, 3, and Charlie, 2, can be found enjoying Emmet County’s year-round outdoor lifestyle. As Molly noted, “It’s one of the county’s biggest assets.” Indeed, life in northern Michigan revolves around the outdoors for most who choose to live, work and play here. And each season brings with it special opportunities to be a part of the changing landscape, from morel mushroom hunting and golfing on championship courses, to autumn color touring and making first tracks on the slopes. Among the most enjoyed activities…GOLF attracts thousands to play on dozens of award-wining courses. BOYNE Resorts is a leader in Emmet County with championship courses at Bay Harbor Golf Club, Crooked Tree Golf Club and Boyne Highlands. Semi-private Harbor Point takes you back in time; Little Traverse Bay offers unbeatable bay views; True North, Chestnut Valley, Hidden River Golf & Casting Club, Bear River Links and Maple Ridge add to the county golf scene. For those who enjoy pedal-power, the area is home to one of the most scenic BIKE TRAILS in the country. A 30-mile paved path runs from Charlevoix, past Bay Harbor, through 12 emmetcounty.org LIVE. WORK. PLAY. Petoskey and into Harbor Springs. Some stretches skirt Little Traverse Bay. The bay and numerous inland lakes provide unparalleled opportunities for BOATING, SWIMMING, FISHING AND WATER SPORTS. It’s easy to spend a day at the beach along lakes Walloon, Crooked, Larks, Wycamp and Paradise, to name a few. And Petoskey State Park is another lakeside jewel, with meandering beach and public camping. Also in summertime, Crooked River is a hot spot for pontoons, Jet Skis and family boaters cruising the channel to tie up on the sand bars. The Inland Waterway wends its way from Crooked Lake to Lake Huron, through a lush and scenic landscape, dotted with cottages and wildlife. The RIVERS of the area offer more outdoor recreational outlets, from excellent fishing in Maple River, plus canoeing, kayaking and fishing along the Bear River. Often, the open spaces that people enjoy most are those provided by Emmet County: campground facilities, beach and playgrounds at CAMP PET-O-SE-GA on Pickerel Lake; hiking, beach walking and outdoor exploration at THE HEADLANDS and CECIL BAY near Mackinaw City; and historic discovery at McGULPIN POINT LIGHTHOUSE outside of Mackinaw City. The county also owns and operates the EMMET COUNTY COMMUNITY FAIRGROUNDS, located in Petoskey, where residents and visitors enjoy year-round activities. Learn more about these public parks on page 35 or by visiting emmetcounty.org. Continued on facing page. 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Boyne Highlands and Nub’s Nob, both in Harbor Springs, are regularly voted among the top resorts in the Midwest. Together, they draw thousands of skiers, snowboarders and winter sports enthusiasts. Spring through fall, residents make time to stop at area farms. At Pond Hill Farm, north of Harbor Springs, visitors feed the animals, buy fresh fruits and vegetables, fish the trout ponds, and launch the Squash Rocket. Pond Hill, along with others such as Bill’s Farm Market in Petoskey and Just a Plain Farm in Carp Lake, offer seasonal bounties. An outdoor waterpark in Mackinaw City, parasailing alongside the Mackinac Bridge, and skydiving over Harbor Springs add other elements of adventure. Life outdoors—the hallmark of Emmet County—is more reason to live, work and play here. LIVE. WORK. PLAY. emmetcounty.org 13 Sea Shell City “The Largest Seashell Store in Northern Michigan” Come and check out our huge selection of Sea Shells and Nautical Novelties. Just off of I-75, exit 326, 7075 Levering Rd, Cheboygan Open 7 days a week: 9:00am - 5:00pm EXCEPTIONAL GOLF | LUXURIOUS ACCOMMODATIONS | EXQUISITE DINING (877) 435-5248 U www.seashellcitymi.com 14 “Voted Best Course in Northern Michigan” by Graphic Readers, 2008 “Top 4 Golf Course Restaurants in the Midwest” by PGA Travel Magazine, 2008 Just minutes away from Petoskey and Harbor Springs, Hidden River Golf & Casting Club and the Rainbow Room Restaurant offer both World-Class golf and casual riverview dining. Packages, Memberships and Real Estate available. More info online! $XWKHQWLF3ROLVK&XLVLQH 6FHQLF2XWGRRU*DUGHQ'LQLQJ 3DQRUDPLF/DNH0LFKLJDQ9LHZV 2YHU,QWHUQDWLRQDO%HHUV:LQHV ZZZOHJVLQQFRP hiddenriver.com Brutus, Michigan | 800.325.4653 emmetcounty.org LIVE. WORK. PLAY. At the end of M119 “Tunnel of Trees” 1/DNH6KRUH'ULYH &52669,//$*(0, Outdoor concerts add to the charm of downtowns– from Petoskey to Mackinaw City. Local Flavor DOWNTOWN SHOPPING, DINING, COMMUNITY For well over a century, the shopkeepers of Emmet County’s towns and villages have catered to the wants and needs of a varied clientele. From the settler to the lumberman, from the local resident to the summer visitor, these small stores were then, and remain today, vital parts of their respective downtowns. Today, residents share in the lively economies with longstanding seasonal visitors. arlin Smith, the Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce president, uses the term “resortism” to describe the atmosphere of Emmet County. “Resortism is different from tourism and focuses on those people who have second homes in the community. Many of these homes, or cottages, have been passed down from generation to generation, so the roots of their residents go very deep here,” Smith says. “They have a profound loyalty to the Little Traverse Bay region and return year after year no matter the gas prices, the economy, or the weather. These seasonal residents support the local economy at a much deeper level than the traditional tourist,” adds Smith. C “They shop in our grocery stores, utilize our healthcare system, hire people to care for their cottage or boat; they have parties catered; they may even buy their car here.” The resort flow sustains local downtowns and the diversity of businesses that are able to endure, Smith says, adding, “We have upscale, historic downtown shopping districts as the anchors to our communities.” Bob and Mary Keedy, restaurateurs in downtown Petoskey, serve local residents, resorters and tourists. Their Roast & Toast Café is a lively coffee bar and restaurant, and, at the other end of the street, the Keedys, together with four partners, operate the excellent City Park Grill, a historic site dating back to 1875 and a favorite of the young Ernest Hemingway in the 1920’s. The Keedys attribute their success to the flavor of downtown Petoskey itself. “The downtown is historically unique and the shops are diverse and upscale,” says Bob Keedy. “I think another big draw to our downtown is that the chamber (of commerce) does a great job promoting the downtown and maintaining the activities,” he adds. There’s much more, however, to these towns than the shops and restaurants. Residents share in a sense of community and an appreciation for the quality of life. They are the keepers of this heritage. Each historically vital community, from Petoskey to Mackinaw City, takes pride in outdoor concerts, ice-cream and fudge shops and the idyllic, flower-lined streets. During the winter holidays, downtowns host open houses that would give Norman Rockwell pause, with tree lightings, carolers and revelry among friends and neighbors—both new and long-standing. LIVE. WORK. PLAY. emmetcounty.org 15 boyne_emmetad09v2 5/12/09 11:04 PM Page 1 More Than a Vacation It’s Your Neighborhood Every BOYNE resort is a collection of fine neighborhoods —residences, condominiums, estate-sized parcels and cottages— surrounded by the Midwest’s best four-season sport and leisure venues. Life at BOYNE includes opportunities for golf, snowsports, tennis, fine dining, spa treatments and much, much more. Area and resort residents may also choose from a variety of membership options including Country Club of Boyne, Bay Harbor Golf Club, and Solace Spa. Make BOYNE’s northern Michigan resorts more than a vacation, make one a home. www.BOYNE.com Boyne Highlands 800.GO.BOYNE The Inn at Bay Harbor – A Renaissance Golf Resort Boyne Mountain RETIRING RAISING A FAMILY RELOCATING YOUR BUSINESS RESORT Where to Live in Emmet County RESIDENTIAL RETIREMENT COMMUNITY ONE FAMILY TELLS THEIR STORY ON PAGE 18 LIVE. WORK. PLAY. emmetcounty.org 17 Eleven years ago, Bill and Carole Cobb bought a Cliffs condo in Bay Harbor as a summer retreat from their hectic executive lives in fast-paced corporate America. e wanted a summer base to come back and let the kids have a touchstone for their childhood,” said Carole. The family discovered Bay Harbor as it was just beginning to develop into the world-class community that it is today. “W The Cobbs, with three young sons, were busy building their successful careers in Dallas. In 2001, they moved to California when Bill took a position with eBay, and yet the the highlight of their year remained summers spent along the lakeshore in northern Michigan. The friendships they forged, both kids and parents alike, developed into year-round relationships, and the Cobbs began thinking about a permanent move to Bay Harbor. “We found it very easy to make friends here,” says Carole, 47. “We found the nicest people here.” Soon, they became intrigued with the idea of living in a boathouse on Bay Harbor Lake, with the glorious sunsets and ready access to Lake Michigan. In November 2004, they hired Thomas Sebold & Associates to start construction on their stunning home. It was completed in summer 2007 and is now the full-time residence for the Cobbs and their three sons. “All the amenities you look for in a small town are here,” explains Carole. “There’s a cultural focus with the Crooked Tree Arts Center, Bay View and its summer programs, and also the college brings in a level of sophistication.” The presence of Northern Michigan Regional Hospital, city recreation and sports programs, diverse restaurant choices, and top-quality school districts—which Carole researched before making the decision to move—all contribute to the socio-economic make-up of the region. “There’s a different pace of life here,” says Carole, who notes Bill, 52, is able to continue working across the country thanks to technology, the Internet and nearby airports for commuting. “One of the first things we really enjoyed were the high school football games,” she continues. “The whole town turns out, it seems. It’s magical.” COMING HOME TO EMMET COUNTY Bay Harbor, originally a huge cement plant, is now a flourishing community just west of Petoskey with an upscale collection of lakeside and wooded homesites, yacht club and marina, downtown district and golf courses. It’s one of many housing options within Emmet County, from lakeview homesites to wooded acreage, and from downtown neighborhoods to remote cottages. The county’s numerous inland lakes provide many waterfront living opportunities, from Walloon Lake to Paradise Lake. For those seeking a more secluded waterfront setting, homes situated bluff-top along Lake Michigan’s coast provide stunning views and lake breezes. Regional golf courses dot the landscape, too, where homesite and condominiums abut the most scenic fairways found anywhere. Many golf course sites are situated within area resorts, like Boyne Highlands and Chestnut Valley, where owners enjoy clubhouses and on-site amenities. Living in the downtowns of Petoskey, Harbor Springs and Mackinaw City in a stately, historic home is a coveted option for many homeowners, who enjoy the closeness and neighborly feel of sidestreets and front porch living. Many of these quaint Victorian homes are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Photo courtesy of Town & Country Cedar Homes 18 emmetcounty.org LIVE. WORK. PLAY. Condominium developments offer maintenance-free living in cozy communities suiting every budget and lifestyle. And apartment complexes—some boasting work-out facilities, pools, parks and stunning lake views—add to the variety of pricepoints and housing options available in Emmet County. There is no shortage of skilled, awardwinning builders who are accustomed to building dream homes suited for raising a family or retiring in the beauty of northern Michigan. One of the most established in the area is Town & Country Cedar Homes, started in 1947 and building its trademark cedar and log homes around the region and the world ever since. Company president Stephanie Baldwin noted that Town & Country, while having a reputation for building opulent homes, offers a range of plans and custom-build capabilities to fit many budgets. The staff enjoys working with homeowners, wherever their vision leads. “They love what we represent, that we do something special. It’s not just a house like any other house out there,” Baldwin says. “Everybody who touches it takes pride in every little step.” Throughout Emmet County and surrounding areas, contractors like Glennwood Custom Builders, The Cottage Company and Darnton Builders are also known for their quality craftsmanship and awardwinning designs in homes of all sizes. RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES For those who move to Emmet County and prefer a maintenance-free community with active seniors and activities and/or nursing care, several assisted living and independent living communities are available. Photo courtesy of Boyne Realty Resort Sales FINDING A BUILDER Perry Farm Village in Harbor Springs offers independent and assisted living and is one of the newer developments in the region, nestled in a rolling meadow and set in this history-rich and charming community. In Petoskey, Sunnybank is an assisted living community just outside the city limits to the east. Independence Village, just south of the city of Petoskey, offers retirement living apartments that include chefprepared meals, a full-range of activities, chauffeured transportation and 24-hour staffing. Further north in Mackinaw City, Cedarbrook Village provides affordable apartments for those living independently and for those who need assisted and respite care. A variety of smaller seniorfocused apartment complexes are found throughout the region as well, adding to the welcoming mix of housing options for those at any step along life’s path. >OL[OLYP[»ZHUL_WHUZPVUYLSVJH[PVUVYHUL^I\ZPULZZ]LU[\YL[OL4PJOPNHU ,JVUVTPJ+L]LSVWTLU[*VYWVYH[PVUZT4,+*JHUOLSW-YVTZP[LSVJH[PVU HZZPZ[HUJL[VQVI[YHPUPUNNYHU[Z[VOLSW^P[OWLYTP[ZVY[H_HIH[LTLU[Z^L»YL [OLZ[H[L»ZVMÄJPHSLJVUVTPJKL]LSVWTLU[JVYWVYH[PVU¶HVULZ[VWYLZV\YJLMVY I\ZPULZZLZZLLRPUN[VNYV^PU4PJOPNHU >OLYL]LYPU[OL^VYSKV ` \JVTWL[L¶4PJOPNHUJHUNP]L`V\[OL<WWLYOHUK 4PJOPNHU(K]HU[HNLVYN LIVE. WORK. PLAY. emmetcounty.org 19 Freedom & Security... in charming Mackinaw City! OFFERING DISTINCT PROPERTIES IN NORTHERN MICHIGAN Whether buying or selling properties, our experience will make the difference. WALLOON LAKE’S #1 REAL ESTATE FIRM RELLINGER Rediscover the comfort & peace of mind of home. 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You will LOVE your new Home: U Because... it will have “curb appeal!” U Because... it will have a floor plan that will “function well” for YOU!” U Because... it will be quiet! U Because... it will provide a “healthy” living environment! U Because... it will be low-maintenance…to save! U Because... it will represent a better investment! U Because... you will receive a very competitive price from an “efficient” team! U Because... it will be GREEN! JOE BLACHY | 318 E. Mitchell, Petoskey 20 emmetcounty.org LIVE. WORK. PLAY. 231-409-9119 Life in a Northern Town THE AREA’S ACCOLADES Emmet County and its quaint, charming towns and communities have long been recognized nationally in “top lists” of places to visit and vacation, raise a family and to retire. Among the accolades: Midwest Living magazine ranked Petoskey #2 among the Best Small-Town Getaways in 2008. Petoskey has been noted by national travel writers, including authors of “The 100 Best Small Towns in America,” “The Great Towns of America” and “America’s 100 Best Places to Retire.” Emmet County was ranked sixth for access to healthcare in the “Best Places to Live in Rural America” by Progressive Farmer in 2007. The listing was based on a health density ratio of resources to number of people. Bay Harbor garners considerable attention, including Top 50 “Best Resort Courses,” by Condé Nast Traveler, the Urban Land Institute’s International Award for Excellence, and #20 ranking in America’s “Top 75 Golf Resorts” by GOLF magazine. Wall Street Journal named Bay Harbor among the top five places to retire in the United States at age 50. EMMET COUNTY DETAILS OF NOTE Petoskey is the county seat, with a population of 6,000; Harbor Springs, the county’s second incorporated city, is home to 1,600. County population totals about 34,000, which grows by tens of thousands in the summer when resorters and seasonal residents return. Emmet County encompasses over 460 square miles, of which roughly half is land and half is water. Emmet County was named after Irish patriot Robert Emmet. Average snowfall: 90-110 inches per year. Tourism is the main economic engine, driven by winter and summer sports. Three major ski resorts—two of which are in Emmet County, and the third in next-door Charlevoix County—are the premiere resorts in the Midwest. A comprehensive regional referral center, Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey is the area’s largest employer, with nearly 2,000 employees. As a regional referral center, dozens of medical specialists also practice in the region. Impressively, patient satisfaction rates are at 90%. Petoskey is home to North Central Michigan College, founded in the late 1950s. LIVE. WORK. PLAY. emmetcounty.org 21 Nearly 200 Physician Specialists Providing Award-Winning Care Every Day. From internal medicine to orthopaedics, heart, cancer, neurosurgery, and stroke care, we provide a full spectrum of healthcare from diagnosis and treatment to rehabilitation and recovery. Exceptional Care… FROM THE HEART Serving northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula since 1972 with nine regional locations. Providing compassionate, high quality, and state-of-the-art cardiac and vascular services. 231.487.2490 · 888.326.2490 Burns Professional Building 560 W Mitchell St, Ste 400, Petoskey Affiliated with Northern Michigan Regional Health System 22 emmetcounty.org LIVE. WORK. PLAY. Big-city Service SMALL TOWN APPEAL A full range of amenities positions Emmet County above its rural peers. WORLD-CLASS HEALTHCARE ark Ginkel, MD, could’ve taken his talents anywhere. A cardiologist specializing in complex coronary intervention, echocardiography and clinical research, Ginkel’s life-saving abilities would be welcomed at any hospital. The California native chose to live and raise his family in Emmet County. M “We moved here for the school system,” says Ginkel, who relocated from Camarillo, California, to Petoskey several months ago and joined the medical staff at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital and Michigan Heart & Vascular Specialists in Petoskey. Ginkel’s wife, Marcy, a Michigan native, had researched local test scores, he said. Combined with the area’s natural beauty, amenities and welcoming lifestyle, Emmet County appealed to the family of four. Sons CJ, 9, and Brandon, 11, have quickly acclimated to their new school, Concord Academy, a local charter school with a heavy emphasis on the arts. Ginkel also said the world-class facilities at Northern Michigan Regional Hospital played a key role in his decision. “I think there’s a unique group of people here,” he says, adding that the research and clinical trials performed at the hospital are unheard of in a town of 6,000. For example, “I worked in a metro area in Ventura, with a population of around 300,000, and we had two types of coronary stents. Here I have eight. The research center here gives physicians access to the latest and most advanced therapies available anywhere.” The mix of professional opportunity and personal hobbies like skiing and water sports presented a perfect package for Ginkel’s family. “It’s a good place to raise a family,” the physician explains. “I think we all appreciate that, and that’s why there are such great people who live here.” Hospital president and CEO Tom Mroczkowski said the breadth and scope of services available at the hospital are seldom, if ever, found in a community this size. “The reason that it is available to the local community, to all of us, is because we serve a wide region,” Mroczkowski notes. “We also have a very generous donor base that is increasing in the number and amount of gifts we receive.” He touted the hospital’s Heart and Vascular Center, cancer care and affiliation with renowned Karmanos Cancer Institute, and the high level of immediate emergency care as setting a high peak of performance. “If you have a heart attack, we have the doctors, staff and technology to fix it,” he puts simply. “If you have a traumatic accident where minutes count, the neurosurgeons are here; everybody’s here and assembled, plus the technology is in place to support that.” For residents of Emmet County, having access to life-saving therapy and technology means they don’t have to travel long distances for care. “Our cancer surgeons are the only ones in the region certified to do that type of surgery,” Mroczkowski notes. Continued on page 24. LIVE. WORK. PLAY. emmetcounty.org 23 Continued from page 23. “You have that extra level of assurance. Plus, you can stay close to home.” Grateful families and forward-thinking donors continue to ensure the hospital has the latest equipment, such as a recent donation that funded digital mammography equipment and computer-assisted diagnosis technology. The hospital is also nearly paperless after implementing an $18 million electronic health record system. The Best of The Best • Northern Michigan Regional Hospital in Petoskey, a regional referral center with nearly 2,000 staff members, among the health system’s various regional holdings. • Several assisted living, nursing home and medical care facilities. • Excellent public and private schools, including charter, religious-based and traditional public institutions. • A two-year college, North Central Michigan College, affiliated with four-year universities. • Local newspapers, radio and television stations. • Churches of many denominations. • Cultural and civic organizations including historic Bay View and the Crooked Tree Arts Center. • Industrial parks and industrial sites, including those at airport locations. • Pellston Regional Airport with daily commercial air service. • Five marinas: Bay Harbor, Harbor Springs, Petoskey, Ponshewaing and Alanson. • Twenty-one units of government, which includes two cities, three incorporated villages and 16 townships. • The Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians, a Native American community that manages a gaming casino and provides a variety of services for tribal members, including housing, healthcare and social services. • Philanthropic organizations flourish supported by many including the Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation, Northern Michigan Regional Hospital Foundation and Bay Harbor Foundation. • Shopping centers and downtowns. 24 emmetcounty.org LIVE. WORK. PLAY. With so many components driving the success of Northern Michigan Regional Hospital, recruiting doctors like Ginkel has not been a challenge, Mroczkowski says. “Last year we recruited 17 new doctors across the board— cardiology, oncology, internal medicine,” he said. “The reason they come here is that the area’s nice, but that’s the second reason— they wouldn’t come here unless they had a good organization to work with and opportunity to grow and expand.” CONNECTING AT THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE Since its founding 50 years ago, North Central Community College in Petoskey has been a launching point of new careers for young students, a place for middle-aged adults to pursue career changes, and a place for older residents to discover more about topics of interest. Today, its role in the region continues to be increasingly vital, says Cameron Brunet-Koch, PhD, president of North Central. “Our enrollment is at an all-time high. We are seeing a surge in recent high school graduates who are coming here to get their start on college at a far lower cost than they would pay elsewhere,” Brunet-Koch explains. “At the same time, families have seen their college nest eggs shrink dramatically. Without a community college close to home, some young people might not be able to attend college at all.” North Central serves as a gateway to the state’s major universities with its University Center partnerships with Michigan’s most respected learning institutions. “A student who starts here will take freshman courses from a professor, not a teaching assistant. The student will get the kind of support here that improves the chances of success at the next academic level.” North Central has a positive impact on the community beyond the classrooms. “The people who move to our area do so for the quality of life,” Brunet-Koch says. “Many of them are highly educated and have come from very successful careers elsewhere. The presence of a college nearby is very important to them, because they continue to seek intellectual stimulation. “Some people come here to exercise safely in our gym. Others come here for our lecture programs. A few even sign up for macroeconomics. It takes all kinds, and we try to accommodate every one of them.” CONVENIENT TRANSPORTATION With its dramatic and convenient log-and-stone terminal, Pellston Regional Airport serves the area with daily flights to and from Detroit. Airport manager Kelley Atkins, who also serves as the county’s director of economic development, says: “The terminal captures the essence of northern Michigan and represents what our visitors come to expect, and why our local users take such pride in living here.” Annually, about 50,000 passengers rely on the airport for personal and business travel. Daily commercial air service from Northwest/Delta and facilities that cater to general aviation and private pilots, the airport provides a convenient portal for residents, visitors and northern Michigan businesses for worldwide commerce. Pellston Regional Airport (airport code PLN), a 20-minute drive north of Petoskey, is owned and operated by Emmet County. Northwest Airlink: 231.539.8423. Airport Web site: pellstonairport.com. A second local airport, Harbor Springs Municipal Airport, provides services and facilities for general aviation. For more information, contact 231.347.2812. SAFE NEIGHBORHOODS Emmet County is still a place where neighbors help keep an eye on the local children, where people aren’t afraid to walk alone at night, and where sometimes, you just might leave the house and forget to lock the door. “It is a small town, everybody knows each other, and they look out for each other,” says Emmet County Sheriff Pete Wallin. “One of the reasons people live here is because it’s safe,” Wallin notes. The sheriff said violent crimes in particular are rare in this region, where a laid-back lifestyle and welcoming attitude pervade neighborhoods and downtown districts. He said the county commissioners ensure adequate staffing, funding and tools for keeping communities safe throughout the north. “You talk to the people who move here and you ask them why they moved, and they’ll say it’s because there’s lower crime, good schools and it’s generally a wonderful place to live,” Wallin says. “And they feel safe.” &&" '( " &$ ) % $ ""*" % & & & +( ,% $ # " "" "& &$ +"$ -.$ " " $ $ # ' "( $ + ( """ !"#$% LIVE. WORK. PLAY. emmetcounty.org 25 Protecting Our Natural Resources Emmet County is comprised of nearly 300,000 acres, of which two-thirds are forested and one-third are crop and pasture. Inland waters cover over 10,000 acres, and the Lake Michigan shoreline is 68 miles long. Nearly 30% of the county’s land is in public ownership. ENVIRONMENTAL WATCHDOGS Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council PETOSKEY Freshwater Future PETOSKEY Little Traverse Conservancy HARBOR SPRINGS Emmet County Recycling Program COUNTY-WIDE 26 emmetcounty.org LIVE. WORK. PLAY. With vast tracts of open land, rolling terrain, deep dense forests and lakes teeming with fish and fowl, it takes a concerted effort to preserve the unspoiled acreage of northern Michigan. Our water, land and future depend on the people and organizations who protect the natural resources that define Emmet County. More on page 29. professional creative services Richard Hartwell Videographer & Editor of Emmet County DVD & TV ads tv advertisements | corporate videos | documentaries | legal videos | photography 231.838.7424 | Petoskey, Michigan | [email protected] Ryde Marine ¥ boatrentals:ÞshingboatsƂskiboatsƂ pontoonboatsƂSunÞshsailboats ¥canoeƂkayaksales&rentals ¥baitshop¥gas Johnson&EvinrudesalesƂservice&parts OldTowncanoesƂkayaks&accessoriesforsale 0$5,1$'5,9($/$1621 28 emmetcounty.org LIVE. WORK. PLAY. Continued from page 27. Protecting OUR WATERS WHO: Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council – watershedcouncil.org TIP OF THE MITT COVERS: More than 2,500 miles of rivers and streams A blue-ribbon trout stream 14 lakes larger than 1,000 acres 250 lakes larger than or equal to 10 acres 490 lakes larger than or equal to 1 acre and less than 10 acres 50 lakes greater than or equal to 0.1 acres and less than 1 acre 339,000 acres of wetlands Note: 1 acre = 209' long by 209' wide ip of the Mitt Watershed Council is the lead organization for water resource protection in Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, and Emmet counties. Its executive director, Gail Gruenwald, summered in northern Michigan as a youth, and has called the area home for 25 years. T “We are dedicated to preserving the heritage of northern Michigan, a tradition built around our magnificent waters,” says Gruenwald. She and her staff spend summers on the lakes and rivers researching the status of local waters. They measure the level of invasive species, aquatic plants and pollution levels. In winters, they write reports and present recommendations on protecting and improving lakes and rivers. Her staff includes a restoration ecologist who works to restore shorelines and prevent degradation of lake and stream banks. Another staffer is charged with implementing watershed. One policy director fights to maintain current natural resource protection policies, and another reviews proposals and policies that might harm regional resources. Team members work together to prevent further proliferation of exotic, invasive species, habitat destruction, stormwater and nutrient pollution. Protecting OUR LAND WHO: Little Traverse Conservancy — landtrust.org CONSERVANCY WORKS: 11,424 acres owned and managed as public nature preserves 18,377 protected acres in private hands with conservation easements 6,884 protected acres of parks and recreation land in “assist” project with local and state government 2,434 acres currently held for and jointly managed with the state 105 miles of linear lake and stream frontage protected in the above projects n 1972, a group of visionary residents and resorters in the Petoskey-Harbor Springs area created the Little Traverse Conservancy. The goal: to provide balance between preservation of our natural resources and fragmentation and development of the land. “As the pace of investment in land development increased, they reasoned, and if we are to protect the quality of life our area offers to year-round and resort residents alike, there should be a corresponding increase in the amount invested in land conservation,” says conservancy Executive Director Tom Bailey. I Continued on page 31. LIVE. WORK. PLAY. emmetcounty.org 29 Your complete source for energy efficient systems geothermal, hybrid heat, air to air heat recovery, high efficiency gas appliances FA I R B A I R N R E A LT Y A trusted name in Northern Michigan We have outstanding service whether it’s: The most trusted name in Northern Michigan since 1952. PLUMBING U HEATING U AIR CONDITIONING U REFRIGERATION 2111 E. Mitchell Road, Petoskey MI 49770 (231) 30 emmetcounty.org LIVE. WORK. PLAY. 347-3900 U U U U U Waterfront Golf Community Ski Slopes Vacant Acreage Residential 7569 US 31 S U P.O. Box 560 Alanson, MI 49706 (231) 548-9336 For easy access to all Northern Michigan listings visit: www.FairbairnRealty.com PICTURED: Area grade schoolers visit the Emmet County Recycling Center where Kate Melby, Department of Public Works communications coordinator, teaches students about the importance of recycling plastics. Continued from page 29. “They viewed the conservancy as an alternative to environmental regulation that would offer direct action—conservation of land through land acquisition,” Bailey adds. That mission remains much the same today, and thanks to increased support from area residents, resorters and businesses, the conservancy owns more than 11,000 acres in its five-county service region. “These public nature preserves offer places for people to enjoy the outdoors, appreciate the scenery and escape from the noise of daily life,” Bailey says. “In addition, these places protect natural features and serve as outdoor classrooms for some 5,000 to 7,000 school children who visit our preserves each year.” More choices are available today as well for landowners to direct the future of their properties. They can make gifts of land or conservation easements directly to the conservancy; in some cases, land sales are also made, and in rare cases, landowners may be able to sell conservation easements, Bailey notes. “Land developers and conservationists tend to agree that the key is balance,” he adds. “People come to northern Michigan so that they can live, work or vacation in a land of beautiful scenery, clean water, pure air, wildlife and open vistas. Our resort and tourism industries depend on natural beauty and open spaces without which there would be no reason for people to work, play or live here. Wildlife need open land to live and reproduce. The value of developed property is diminished if there is too much development, and so balance is necessary.” Protecting OUR FUTURE WHO: Emmet County Department of Public Works (DPW) – emmetrecycling.org/dpw RECYCLING NUMBERS: 80% or more of county residents recycle. 60% of county residents have weekly curbside recycling service, provided by their township or municipality. Over 200 businesses contract with the county for convenient curbside collection of their recyclables. 12 recycling drop-sites are conveniently located throughout the county; 11 are open 24/7. 37 different materials are accepted. A few cutting-edge examples: televisions and other electronics, tires, fluorescent light bulbs, rubble, and small appliances. 6,186 tons of material were recycled in the county in 2007. mmet County’s recycling program has long been a progressive operation that has surpassed its peers. In fact, the county’s program is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2010, and plans are in the works to continue growth of services including more material types collected and greater convenience. “There’s nothing we like better than making it possible for residents to recycle new materials,” says Kate Melby, DPW communications coordinator. “Over its nearly 20 years of operation, Emmet County Recycling has steadily increased the variety of materials recovered, bringing the latest in recycling to our rural community.” E The current facility presents nearly effortless recycling opportunities for residents. The facility removes trash inadvertently left in recyclables, separates materials as needed (i.e. sort #1 plastics from #2), and bales cardboard, paper, plastics and clothing. At the county site, recyclables are loaded for hauling to factories, yard waste is ground for compost, and medicine-disposal days are held regularly. Elisa Seltzer, DPW director, said an expansion of the center, beginning in spring 2009, will be in operation by spring 2010. “This expansion will quadruple processing facility capacity and will accept more kinds of materials,” Seltzer says. “We are particularly interested in expanding the types of plastics we accept.” In addition, the county hopes to increase the curbside collection program. LIVE. WORK. PLAY. emmetcounty.org 31 Where do you see yourself ? I N F I V E Y E A R S . I N O N E Y E A R . T O M O R R O W. We see you in Emmet County—the center for recreation, commerce, culture and living, in the heart of Michigan’s north. With 67 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline—the most of any Michigan county—plus over 460 square miles of woodlands, waterways, lakes and beaches, Emmet County maintains its natural abundance throughout the seasons. Vibrant arts centers, historic landmarks, state-of-the-art hospital, award-winning golf and snowsports venues, and North Central Michigan College co-exist within a well-rounded local economy. Emmet County—the place to live, work and play. 231.348.1704 · emmetcounty.org Emmet County Offices · 200 Division St · Petoskey, MI 49770 Emmet County Highlights MAP LEGEND County Owned Properties Main Highways and Roads Roads McGulpin Point Historic lighthouse and waterfront park MACKINAW CITY The Headlands Lake Michigan beachfront park with hiking through wetlands and old growth forest; two modern residences for rent MACKINAW CITY Cecil Bay Lake Michigan beachfront park along Carp River MACKINAW CITY Pellston Regional Airport Commercial air service and state-of-the-art amenities for private craft PELLSTON Ski Resorts Camp Pet-o-se-ga Campground, rustic cabins and Pickerel Lake beachfront park; open year-round ALANSON Emmet County Community Fairgrounds Community events and rental facilities PETOSKEY Let us help make your up north dreams come true. Talk to one of our lenders today. ! "# ! $ % "## $% % & '% ( ) *+# !,- .##/)0 & 12"1312 !!!4$%%4 www.CNBisMyBank.com #HEBOYGANs/NAWAYs-ACKINAW#ITY 0ELLSTONs)NDIAN2IVERs!LANSON Manna The F O O D P RO J E C T Feeding the hungry throughout the north. Helped to distribute over 528,000 meals throughout Emmet County in 2008. McBride Park Court, Harbor Springs WWW.MANNAFOODPROJECT.ORG ĥĥ THE Party Shoppe ON PICKEREL LAKE Need something? s groceries pizza, wings, salads & more s DNR permits s bait s gas s spirits s camping supplies (231) 487-0734 1154 N ELLSWORTH RD P E T O S K E Y, M I 34 emmetcounty.org LIVE. WORK. PLAY. Camp Petosega Party Shoppe Public Parkland OF EMMET COUNTY Keeping large tracts of the land and maintaining natural environments remain goals of Emmet County. Noted are the recreational properties available for all to enjoy. THE HEADLANDS encompass over 600 acres of pristine woodlands, more than two miles of undeveloped Lake Michigan shoreline. Many species of rare and endangered plants live here. Visitors may see wild native animals such as bald eagles, osprey, white tail deer, wild turkeys, coyotes and black bear. Marked nature trails guide hikers, bicyclists, cross country skiers and nature photographers to experience the park throughout the changing seasons. Two large, waterfront residences are available to rent (231.436.4051). CECIL BAY, west of Mackinaw City. Enjoy 800 acres and over a mile of Lake Michigan shoreline. A boardwalk and sandy beaches are perfect for swimming and picnicking. Fishing is permitted on Carp River which flows through the park. CAMP PET-O-SE-GA was constructed in the 1930s as a boys camp. Today, Emmet County maintains its 300 acres and offers year-round recreation to visitors. Marked nature trails, a swimming beach on Pickerel Lake and trout fishing are available for day use and overnight guests. Facilities include: 90 campsites with electricity and water, modern restrooms and showers, four-season rental cabins, playground equipment and open field game areas. The park also has a recreation hall/multi-use building for rent. For reservations, call 231.347.6536. Originally the site of an Odawa village, McGULPIN POINT LIGHTHOUSE was established in 1869 and served as a crucial beacon on the Straits of Mackinac as it guided vessels through the shoal-filled water. Obsolete by 1906, the property reverted to private ownership until its purchase and historic restoration by Emmet County in 2008. McGulpin Point Historic Site grounds are open daily throughout the summer. The lighthouse is open for guided tours: Saturdays from 9 am – 5 pm (5/30/09 – 9/5/09) and Sundays from 10 am – 3 pm (5/31/09 – 9/6/09). For more about these public parks, visit emmetcounty.org. Bear River Eye Associates offers comprehensive medical & surgical eye care Referrals | Consultations New Patients Welcome 1420 Plaza Drive, Suite 1A Petoskey, Michigan 49770 231-487-3937 JOSEPH W. DOE IV, MD MILES W. TRUMBLE, MD U of Michigan Undergrad, Michigan State Medical School, Loyola University, Chicago: ophthalmology Voted one of the Best Docs Up North, 2008 Petoskey 33 years, not retiring yet! LIVE. WORK. PLAY. emmetcounty.org 35 Arts & Entertainment ALIVE IN EMMET COUNTY At a Glance Emmet County Community Fairgrounds — antique fairs, county fair, garden expos and community benefits Crooked Tree Arts Center — concerts, theater, performances, classes, national and regional artists’ exhibits throughout the year Bay View — summer arts and entertainment Blissfest Music Organization — concerts and summer festival in Cross Village Township Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra Northern Michigan Chorale Little Traverse Civic Theater Odawa Casino Resort — gaming and live entertainment Downtowns — Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Alanson, Cross Village and Mackinaw City festivals, events, and art fairs Dozens of artists are proprietors of their own galleries and studios throughout the region, from stained glass masterpieces to woodcarvers and oil painters capturing the beauty of northern Michigan’s lakes and waters A lively arts identity is a crucial element of a vibrant and vigorous community, and one of the key organizations is Crooked Tree Arts Center in Petoskey. regional arts center is one component that defines a strong community,” says Liz Ahrens, executive director of Crooked Tree. The Center serves as a central locale for local, regional and international visual art exhibits, live theater, concerts, dance and more. “A A benefit of Crooked Tree’s presence is found in the regularlyheld classes. “We have classes for all levels, and you don’t have to have an art background,” Ahrens explains. Pottery, cooking, woodworking, quilt-making, music and painting classes are a few options. “The classroom environment can really help plug somebody into a new community. They’re one of the best ways for people to meet each other.” Juried art and photography shows are another way for locals to present their interests and talents. “You don’t have to be an established artist, and you don’t need credentials to enter a juried show,” she says. “It’s very accessible and approachable.” For those looking for acclaimed exhibits, the center has displayed storied photos of the Beatles and Bobby Kennedy by famed LIFE photographer Bill Eppridge, and this year will feature 18th and 19th century American masterpiece paintings. “It’s a good balance—that glimpse into regional artwork and a little taste as well of the established artists,” Ahrens adds. Area music promoters, such as the Blissfest Music Organization, which hosts a summer music festival in Cross Village, bring concerts and events to the center throughout the year. Additionally, the local Northern Michigan Chorale presents resonating shows. Throughout Emmet County, a variety of activities complement those of the Crooked Tree Arts Center. A palette of artists, potters, woodcarvers, weavers and musicians flourishes, and their art is well-represented in area galleries and working studios. These talented locals work together to create a canvas for various arts and entertainment opportunities not typically found in smaller regions. Additionally, outdoor art fairs draw thousands of visitors as well as a respected roster of practicing artisans from around the nation. Longestablished organizations such as Bay View, a National Historic Landmark Community of Victorian cottages founded in 1875, offers a variety of Chautauqua programs throughout the summer, including films, concerts, recitals and lectures by national and international speakers. “There is really no end to the cultural opportunities in Emmet County,” says Ahrens. “We are blessed with an abundance of talent.” Bliss fest ,%'"%#*( $ $ $-%*'%,$!-' 2009 +' %"!$ '%%)(&'%'#'( %$)'()( $.,%'!(%&(.! () + ) ( ')(.%%%$(( %$(.#& $ $#%' *"- () +"'# + ( %$% '%'&' $( 29th annual !#! ! """ $$! BLISSFEST IS A NON-PROFIT 501(C)3 ORGANIZATION Tour the retired U.S. Coast Guard Icebreaker Mackinaw in Mackinaw City, Michigan. An American Hero Story. Tour the mess deck, engine room, bridge & more. Open May 21 - Oct 11 Adults $10 Child (6-17) $6 & (5 & under) Free Huron Ave., Mackinaw City 231.436.9825 Family $35 TheMackinaw.org LIVE. WORK. PLAY. emmetcounty.org 37 Kristin Clark and Paul Keiswetter at Petoskey Plastics’s headquarters in downtown Petoskey. Support for Business mmet County has a key commodity to sell that can’t be found in a catalog or super-store check-out lane. It is quality of life, and it pervades front yards and storefronts, manufacturing facilities and homespun fudge shops. “There’s no giant Ferris wheel or amusement park. People come here because of the atmosphere,” touts Kelley Atkins, the county’s director of transportation and development. “Our healthcare is great, our educational facilities are outstanding, and our environment is clean and beautiful. The reasons people come here throughout the year as tourists are the same reasons why they come back to live year-round.” E It was those reasons that drew Paul Keiswetter back fulltime to where he summered as a youth, to take a shot at opening a manufacturing business with his dad, Duke. It paid off, and their Petoskey Plastics corporation is a world-wide enterprise set in one of the nation’s most scenic locales. “We’ve proven that you can build an international 38 emmetcounty.org LIVE. WORK. PLAY. company from Emmet County,” says Keiswetter, who lives on the water a few blocks from One Petoskey Street, his business headquarters. “We’re thrilled that we’ve been able to build the company to the point where we can support our family and provide jobs to hundreds of others, many of whom live in northern Michigan. I would never want to retire or live anywhere else.” The 40-year-old company, that pioneered the plastic seatcover for protecting vehicle interiors during manufacturing and repair, started small and today encompasses two additional facilities in Tennessee and Indiana, a Birmingham sales office, plus a sourcing location in Shanghai, China. The industry leader now supplies the automotive, recycling, food, retail, packaging and construction industries with engineered solutions that meet specific needs. With approximately $85 million in annual sales revenues, Petoskey Plastics has a team of 250 associates including three family members—Keiswetter’s daughter, Sheridan Jones LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Expos and employment fairs provide opportunities for area companies to promote their businesses and meet potential employees. Providing expertise in native plantings and materials, habitat preservation and environmentally responsible designs. Servicing northern Michigan for over twenty years. 231.526.7555 www.sheridanjonesla.com harbor springs, michigan Kristin Clark, human resources director; son Jason, a sales division manager; and nephew Matt, a product line manager. And while product development continues to diversify and expand, Keiswetter notes that by 6 pm on any given day, he’s at home, overlooking Lake Michigan and able to enjoy the beauty of the area. “I’ve always felt that what I wanted to do was get to the right location first and get to the business later,” says Keiswetter. “I like to balance quality of life with making a living.” Friendship Centers of Emmet County 8djcX^adc6\^c\ Serving older adults in Emmet County since 1967 W Homemaker service Need help W Bathing/personal care W Foot care in your home? W Respite care W Shopping and errands CALL US! W Medication management $GPLQLVWUDWLYH2IÀFHV$QGHUVRQ5RDG3HWRVNH\ COOPERATIVE ATTITUDE elping businesses large and small to thrive in northern Michigan is top on the agendas of local agencies, state representatives, chambers of commerce, government officials, economic development experts and residents of the region alike. H In Emmet County, it’s a team approach to supporting entrepreneurs. “We have small-town quality of life that’s probably unparalleled anywhere in the world. We also have a lot of amenities of a larger city. You have the best of both worlds in Emmet County,” says Gary McDowell, Democrat, state House representative for the 107th district that includes Emmet County. McDowell said Michigan is a businessfriendly state, with low taxes and the supportive Michigan Economic Development Corp., rated among the top in the country for working with businesses looking to relocate. u u u Continued on page 41. LIVE. WORK. PLAY. emmetcounty.org 39 Everything you need for the immediate care of your illness or injury. Prompt medical care for ABOUT PETOSKEY PLASTICS Founded in 1969, operations began with five employees in 1970 with one bag machine that converted purchased film into plastic bags. Total sales in the first year were $74,000. Company history: • 1975 — Purchased first of now 11 extrusion lines to manufacture film in Petoskey. • 1978 — Began in-house recycling. • 1987 — Obtained a patent for a polyethylene disposable seat cover. • 1990 — Awarded a State of Michigan matching grant to recycle post-consumer polyethylene scrap. • 1999 — Acquired the assets of a defunct polyethylene film plant in Tennessee. • 2007 — Renovated a former garage door manufacturing facility in Indiana, converting the building into a 330,000 square foot leading-edge recycling facility. • 2007 — Opened of a new, 11,000 square foot corporate headquarters building in downtown Petoskey. Petoskey Plastics has become a leader in supplying the automotive, recycling, food, retail, packaging and construction industries with engineered solutions that meet specific needs. Each month, a million pounds of plastic seat protectors alone are manufactured in Petoskey. The company also holds a patent for the Slip-NGrip® technology that allows its car-seat covers to stay in place. With 250 employees today, including 125 in Petoskey, the company will mark its 40th anniversary in 2010. NLEA NUTS AND BOLTS The Northern Lakes Economic Alliance (NLEA) is a public-private partnership established 25 years ago to serve as a resource for local government and local companies to help create and retain jobs. Its services cover four counties— Emmet, Charlevoix, Cheboygan and Antrim. Visit northernlakes.net for details. 40 emmetcounty.org LIVE. WORK. PLAY. adults and children. William Niksch, MD %RDUG&HUWL¿HGLQ)DPLO\3UDFWLFH No appointment needed. %RDUG&HUWL¿HG3K\VLFLDQV 7 days a week! Michael Banyai, MD %RDUG&HUWL¿HGLQ,QWHUQDO0HGLFLQH 866RXWK In front of Wal-Mart 2QHPLOHVRXWKRI86LQWHUVHFWLRQ2I¿FHYLVLWFRSD\ZLWKPRVWLQVXUDQFHV Offering real estate sales and vacation rental properties since 1971. More share of the market than any other agency. GRAHAM REAL ESTATE GOOD HART GOOD HART, MICHIGAN GOODHART @ GRAHAMRE . COM | 231.526.6001 | Graham Real Estate WWW. GRAHAMGOODHART . COM This is our path to the beach. We can make it yours. Continued from page 39. Further, McDowell is working on legislation that would support micro-enterprises such as family and home business, offering them the same advantages as larger companies. Northern Michigan is a core focal point of business retention and recruitment. “Right now we’re really promoting northern Michigan with our ‘Pure Michigan’ campaign,” McDowell notes. “It shows what a beautiful place this is to work, invest, raise your family and retire. Anything we can do to encourage and help any business come to Michigan, we are willing to help. Come to Michigan, we’ll have our hand out to help you in any way we can.” State Senator Jason Allen, R-37th District, which includes Emmet County, said the vibrant cores of Harbor Springs, Petoskey and Pellston will continue to attract the next generation of entrepreneurs. “The reason people come here is for the curb appeal. The first thing they do is drive through and say ‘Wow, this has the right feel,’” Allen says. “There is literally a toolbox full of incentives and programs to help expand new business in Emmet County,” Allen says. His colleagues in the Senate also comment on northern Michigan’s work-and-play lifestyle. “They look at this as a place that has worldwide accessibility, and that there’s a significantly higher quality of life,” Allen explains. “There’s a productive workforce. If you talk to members of the House and Senate, that’s what they think of us.” ALLIANCE FOR SUCCESS he local economic alliance is firing on all cylinders to retain and attract viable businesses and a skilled workforce in Emmet County and surrounding communities. Andy Hayes, president of the Northern Lakes Economic Alliance, says his advice for someone considering starting or relocating a business here is simple: “Do it. Do not hesitate.” T He continued, “In this day and age, where someone lives is becoming way more important than anything else. People have decided that, you know what, I want to live in northern Michigan, raise my family here and enjoy the recreational opportunities. If this is where you want to be, there is no reason why you can’t be here.” Convenient transportation, technological infrastructure and a cooperative mindset that supports business work hand-in-hand in Emmet County to give businesses a leg up. Among the arsenal available include the Northern Lakes Economic Alliance, the state’s network of Small Business and Technology Development Centers, the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE), local libraries, a business incubator, Michigan Economic Development Corp. and Michigan Works! offices. Established over 100 years ago, Michigan Maple Block (PICTURED ABOVE) is one of the largest and oldest manufacturers of butcher block products in the nation. As chairman of the senate commerce committee, Allen said additional facilities like the hospital, arts center and infrastructure seal the deal for many who choose to do business in and from Emmet County. Help from the state level is available as well, and programs are under way by the Michigan Municipal League to target recent college graduates and those under 30, as well as those over age 65, and attract them to Michigan and specifically northern Michigan. “We are in regular communication with each other, and we have a rapid-response team. If somebody walks in the door (at the chamber of commerce), they make one phone call, we meet with them, and it’s a one-stop shop,” Hayes says. “There is no wrong door.” And those various doors can lead to new, welcoming ventures in Emmet County. “There are a lot of people who, when they come up here, dread going home,” says Atkins. “What we’re saying is, why go home? Make your home here. Why not?” LIVE. WORK. PLAY. emmetcounty.org 41 Rich History COLORFUL PAST EMMET COUNTY Historical Points of Interest THE EARLIEST YEARS CROSS VILLAGE Skillagalee and Waugoshance Light Stations Waugoshance Point Leg’s Inn Restaurant arriet Kilborn, Emmet County clerk from 1967 to 1980, transcribed the area’s history from early Native Americans through the Europeans’ arrival and beyond. Excerpts from her research, found in its entirety at emmetcounty.org, follow: GOOD HART St. Ignatius Church and Beach Good Hart General Store “Emmet County is at the top of the Michigan mitten. Its northern tip bumps into the Straits of Mackinac, and Lake Michigan outlines its western boundary. At first, Ottawa Indians occupied the lakeshore rim. Beyond the water’s edge there were only the forest, the lakes, the streams, and some swamps dismal enough to discourage a traveling bear. Its strategic location on the Great Lakes waterways, however, marked it for early discovery by white men and the point of control for the whole upper Great Lakes territory. By the time Michigan became a state, well over one hundred years of fur trading, war-making, and empire-building history was already behind it. HARBOR SPRINGS Andrew J. Blackbird House and Museum MACKINAW CITY McGulpin Point Historical Site & Lighthouse Fort Michilimackinac Mackinac Bridge Mackinaw Historic Village PETOSKEY Bay View Association Little Traverse History Museum St. Francis Solanus Mission Church Perry Hotel From Harbor Springs to Cross Village M-119 Tunnel of Trees H “Recorded history for the Mackinaw area started about 1670, the year the French built Fort Michilimackinac on the Straits, at presentday Mackinaw City. The history of the area revolved around this fort for the next 66 years (while Britain and France struggled to control the fur industry). “Until 1761, the French were in control…(and then) British forces moved into Fort Michilimackinac when the French moved out in 1761. Old Fort Michilimackinac was abandoned in 1781 and the The Odawa tribe has three bands in Michigan with a total of 4,000 members: The Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians Little River Band of Ottawa Indians In the early years, the tribe was known—and still is—as Anishnaabek, and the language is still known as Anishnaabemowin. The Odawa’s first recorded contact with Europeans occurred in 1615, with French traders. During those early years, relations between the Indians and French were mostly positive, with the natives helping establish fur trading throughout the entire Tip of the Mitt region—from Petoskey to Lake Huron near Alpena. The Odawas were known for their excellent canoe-making skills, with vessels able to haul large numbers of pelts around the Mackinaw region, and even as far as Montreal, to trade for European goods. This vibrant trading helped the European settlers and even some natives themselves become affluent. However, the natives would soon discover that the arrival of the Europeans brought diseases like smallpox, measles and cholera into the tribal communities. In addition, brutal wars with tribes who traveled from the East Coast to claim Michigan’s land also had a profound impact on the Odawa tribe, which started moving westward. They slowly returned and in 1836, the first major treaty was signed that allowed them to stay on land in the Little Traverse Bay region for five years. A second treaty, in 1855, allowed the natives to stay on reservation land indefinitely. Integral in the negotiations was tribal leader Andrew J. Blackbird, whose original house in Harbor Springs is now a museum. beehive center of the fur trading, military and political doings shifted from the mainland to Mackinac Island.” “The Indian settlement on the western lakeshore rim of the county, however, continued to flourish. In 1840, the year Emmet achieved shape and form as a county of the State of Michigan, Indian villages were almost continuous along the shoreline from today’s Harbor Springs to Cross Village. The area was still a wilderness, and the Indians, by treaty provision with the U.S. Government, had the right to occupy the land. The county continued to be mostly Indian reservation until 1875. In that period of time it was used pretty much as a political football and went through numerous changes in shape and size. “(In 1842) another act changed the name of the county (from Tonedagana) to Emmet. Why an area with such a long and colorful Indian history was required to sacrifice its original name to some Irish patriot remains a mystery.” BANDS OF ODAWA INDIANS ndeed, the history of Emmet County must begin with the story of its first inhabitants, the Native Americans. The Odawa’s presence here dates back before records were kept, perhaps thousands of years and countless generations. I In the late 1800s, the tribe lost its federal recognition status and the Little Traverse Odawa fought continually until their status was restored in 1994. This gave the Odawa descendents a renewed spirit to keep the native culture alive in tangible and important ways. Significantly, the federal recognition ushered the opportunity to reclaim reservation lands, to exercise their right to operate as a sovereign, and to open a casino in Emmet County. Eric Hemenway, the Odawa’s research repatriation assistant, says the fact that the tribe remains strong and viable today is a testament to its people. “The most remarkable thing is that there is still a population today; there are still Odawas,” says Hemenway about his tribe’s legacy. “We still have our identity as Odawa people—our customs, our language, our aboriginal territory.” Notably, spirituality continues to be an integral part of life, and respect for elders remains a cornerstone of the Odawa familial ties. The elders, Hemenway explains, passed along hunting and survival skills, and cultural teachings to younger members. And while the casino is perhaps one of the most visible parts of the tribe’s presence, Odawas like Hemenway find it more accurately depicted in traditions like ghost suppers, quillwork artisans, respectful and proper burials of members, and renewed interest in teaching the native language. In fact, Harbor Springs is the only public school in Michigan to offer a native language class in Anishnaabemowin. Continued on page 44. LIVE. WORK. PLAY. emmetcounty.org 43 Continued from page 43. Borrowing from John Steinbeck’s “The Grapes of Wrath,” Hemenway says this about his role in preserving the Odawa heritage: “Being Odawa, you don’t know where you’re going until you know where your people have been.” ESTABLISHING THE RESORT COMMUNITIES urther historical documents culled from various sources note that the first white settlers who came in the 1820’s were fishermen, and growth of the county was expedited when the Grand Rapids & Indiana Railroad began serving Petoskey in the mid-1800s. While the soil was poor, the lumbering was good. At the height of the lumbering era, the resort industry grew. F Resorters began traveling northward to escape allergies and the summer heat, and the train stations were busy with passengers arriving aboard the Resort Express routes. The first established resort was Bay View, founded in 1875 by the United Methodist Church. Bay View is a National Historic Landmark community which is home to more than 30 community-owned buildings, nearly 450 cottages and two inns situated on 337 terraced acres just outside Petoskey along the Little Traverse Bay shoreline. Generations of families still come to their Victorian cottages each summer, swelling the local population. The community hosts public music events, worship, lectures and educational seminars. Bay View was followed by the Harbor Springs resort communities of Harbor Point and Wequetonsing, exclusive acres of storied homes and waterfront parcels. Other visitors stayed in a series of increasingly elegant hotels. Today, many resorters have become fulltime residents, drawn by the natural beauty, the lively economies, and the still-abundant charm of Emmet County’s towns and villages. 44 emmetcounty.org LIVE. WORK. PLAY. 1600 U.S.31 NORTH + PELLSTON, MI 49769 + 231-539-7000 + PELLSTONLODGE.COM Home of the 3ODQNHG:KLWHÀVK Located inside the Pellston Regional Airport (231) 539-9511 Across from Shepler’s Ferry Mackinac Island (906) 847-3542 Hotel, Restaurant & Lounge St. Ignace Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner, smoke free, FDVXDOGLQLQJIUHVKJUHDWODNHVZKLWH¿VK great steaks, pizzas & burgers! (906) 643-3364 viofmackinac.com of the United Methodist Church JUNE-AUGUST >VYZOPW 7LYMVYTPUN(Y[Z ,K\JH[PVU 9LJYLH[PVU7YVNYHTZ 36*(;,+90./;5,?;+669 ;67,;6:2,@>, >,3*64, ,=,9@65, ^^^)H`=PL^(ZZVJPH[PVUVYN EMMET COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICTS Students who graduate from Emmet County’s public and private schools are among the nation’s best and brightest. This region’s school districts have produced NASA trainees, world-class equestrians and athletes, U.S. Air Force pilots, adventurers, scientists and writers, artists and dancers— plus every occupation in between. Students routinely meet and achieve state testing standards, partake in the plethora of extracurricular offerings, compete in topnotch athletic facilities and enjoy a safe, quality setting in which to grow and thrive. Emmet County schools and districts include: PUBLIC Petoskey, petoskeyschools.org Harbor Springs, harborps.org Littlefield-Alanson, alansonvikings.net Pellston, pellstonschools.org Mackinaw City, www.mackcity.k12.mi.us Concord Academy of Petoskey (K-12), charter school, fine arts emphasis, concordpetoskey.com Petoskey Montessori Children’s House and Elementary (considered part of the Public Schools of Petoskey school district), petoskeymontessori.org PRIVATE St. Francis Xavier (Catholic), petoskeystfrancis.org Harbor Light Christian, harborlightchristian.org Seventh-Day Adventist (elementary), 231-347-2560 ! ! "# ! ! $ LIVE. WORK. 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Lake Street Downtown Petoskey www.lindamichaels.net LIVE. WORK. PLAY. emmetcounty.org 47 Local Lore Literary Legend FOUND INSPIRATION UP NORTH Northern Michigan has long inspired poets, painters and writers. Among the most famous is Ernest Hemingway. Hemingway’s footprints traverse the local landscape and have become local lore, from Walloon Lake to Horton Bay and into downtown Petoskey. Originally from Oak Park, Illinois, the Hemingway family summered in northern Michigan, where Ernest’s father taught him to hunt and fish. The Hemingways’ summer house, Windemere on Walloon Lake, was a refuge for the family to stay cool and enjoy the nature. Hemingway would fish the streams, hunt squirrels, and take a rowboat out for angling. The serenity he found while alone in the forest or wading a stream is evident in his stories. Hemingway would later say that he often thought of his times up north Ernest Heming when he found himself in major cities like Chicago, Toronto and Paris. way After his return from World War I, he would travel once again to northern Michigan. The last speaking engagement Hemingway took was at the Petoskey Public Library. Many of Hemingway’s novels and short stories were based on his experiences in the Petoskey/Walloon Lake region, including “The Big Two-Hearted River,” “The Torrents of Spring” and “The Nick Adams Stories.” —Adapted from The Hemingway Resource Center and The Hemingway Society Of Historical Note A piece of United States Coast Guard history is at rest in Mackinaw City, berthed as a testament to Emmet County’s geographic significance on the Great Lakes. The Coast Guard Icebreaker, Mackinaw, a WAGB-83, is known as “The Queen of the Great Lakes.” She was built as part of the WWII effort to meet the heavy demands of transporting war materials and facilitating transportation during the winter months. For decades her home port was at the mouth of the Cheboygan River, where more than 65 years ago the federal government excavated a basin to accommodate large lake vessels entering Cheboygan harbor. The 290-foot Mackinaw was decommissioned in 2006. Now a museum ship docked in Mackinaw City, the 1944-built Mackinaw is open for public tours and group events. Visitors can tour the mess deck, engine room and offices, plus hear the story of the Mackinaw’s long career breaking ice on the Great Lakes. The Petoskey Stone Michigan’s state stone, the Petoskey Stone, is commonly found along the shoreline of Little Traverse Bay. A Petoskey Stone is a rock and a fossil that is composed of a fossilized coral, Hexagonaria percarinata. The stones were formed as a result of glaciation, in which sheets of ice plucked stones from the bedrock, grinding off their rough edges and depositing them in the northwestern portion of Michigan’s lower peninsula. They are fragments of a coral reef that were originally deposited during the Devonian period, about 350 million years ago. In 1965, it was named the state Stone of Michigan. Shops throughout the region carry Petoskey Stones as gift and jewelry items, in both rough and polished versions. Find your own while beach walking along Lake Michigan’s shoreline. 48 emmetcounty.org LIVE. WORK. PLAY. Northern Log Homes, Inc. Log, hybrid or custom home? We do it all! Northern Log Homes, Inc., a dealer and builder for Golden Eagle Log Homes, offers complete home building packages with our custom design and build services. Whether the home of your dreams is a log, timber, hybrid, or custom stick built, we can help you! 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