Those interested in long-term planning for Negwegon State Park are invited to a public meeting 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 11, at the Alcona Township Hall, 5576 U.S. 23 in Black River.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources-hosted meeting provides an opportunity for people to learn about the new draft Phase 2 general management plan, proposed improvements and planning process, followed by feedback and questions with DNR staff.
The DNR uses general management plans to define long-range planning and management strategies that protect the resources of state parks, while addressing recreation and education needs and opportunities. The updated plan will replace the park’s Phase 2 general management plan completed in 2010.
Negwegon State Park is located on the shores of Lake Huron between Alpena and Harrisville in Alpena and Alcona counties. This 4,130-acre park is popular for hiking, hike-in/paddle-in campsites, and hunting and trapping. It features more than 8 miles of sandy shoreline and is home to a state-designated dark sky preserve.
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A copy of the draft plan and a public input survey – open through Dec. 22 – are available for those who can’t attend the meeting. Find links at Michigan.gov/Negwegon.
Comments/questions about the park, plan and meeting also can be shared via email with DNR Parks and Recreation Division land specialist Matt Lincoln at LincolnM@Michigan.gov.
Additional information on the DNR’s general management planning process is available at Michigan.gov/ParkManagementPlans.
