Follow the Alternative Energy Enterprise (AEE) at MTU as they convert the Kettle Gundlach University Residence into a sustainable demonstration house.
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The Michigan Nature Association guidebook titled Walking Paths & Protected Areas of the Keweenaw describes twenty-two sanctuaries & preserves in Houghton and Keweenaw Counties. Designed to increase awareness of local land conservation efforts in the Keweenaw; and the special habitats, unique features, and interesting plant and animal species.  More info>

Date: July 19
Time: 9am-12pm
Place: Baraga

A Lake Superior Day beach clean-up will be held on Friday, July 19th. We will be meeting at the Sand Point day use area in Baraga at 9:00 a.m. for an opening ceremony followed by the beach clean-up. After the beach clean-up there will be a Lunch and Learn presentation along with other fun activities.

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KBIC Water Walk from Pequaming to Sand Point in Baraga prior to Pow Wow weekend (July 26-28), starts at sunrise less than 1 mile north of Natural Resources Department on Pequaming Rd.)

Date: Tues, July 30
Time: 6-7:30pm
Place: Iron River

The Western U.P. Food Systems Council is a grassroots coalition that aims to strengthen our communities by identifying and supporting our food system’s unique resources, local needs, and regional priorities.

Workshop will feature local food catering, community visioning, networking, and an opportunity to share food stories. For more information visit https://www.wupfoodsystems.com/

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Michigan utility customers may be eligible for a free furnace or boiler tune-up through a statewide energy efficiency program. Tune-ups ensure heating systems are running cleanly and efficiently, saving residents money and eliminating health and safety risks.

Blue Terra Energy is conducting the free tune-ups, normally priced at $100, for natural gas utility customers in the western Upper Peninsula. Residents must be Semco Energy Gas Company customers to qualify. Customers can call (906) 487-5342 to schedule.

The free furnace and boiler tune-ups are funded by revenue collected from a small surcharge Michigan utility customers currently pay on their monthly bills. In addition to a free tune-up, customers may also be eligible to receive a new programmable thermostat and/or new carbon monoxide detector, free of charge.