As part of the Water Trail Plan, we assessed five different access sites and proposed improvements to create universal access. We are dedicated to developing water trail access sites that allow for universal access for all individuals. We are honored to be recognized for our commitment in developing a premier water trail. On DecemMichigan’s Department of Natural Resources named the Chain of Lakes as one of the first eight state designated water trails ( State’s designation announcement). Towsley FoundationĬommunity Foundation – Elk Rapids Community EndowmentĬommunity Foundation – Land Use Conservation and Planning Endowment STATE DESIGNATED WATER TRAIL Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Paddle Antrim is grateful to the following major donors who helped make this project possible. In 2020, Paddle Antrim officially launched the Chain of Lakes Water Trail with the installation of signs at each access site and development of a waterproof paddler’s guide. 2019-2020 Water Trail Launch Major Donors As Paddle Antrim does not own any of the access sites, we depend on, and are grateful for, our partnerships with local government jurisdictions and non-profit organizations to provide the necessary access to this trail. Twenty access site owners, including units of government and non-profit organizations, have approved resolutions of support authorizing 84 access sites with over 100 miles of water trail to explore. Paddle Antrim is proud to host the Chain of Lakes Water Trail. We believe when people are engaged and active on the water, they will work to protect water quality from concerns such as erosion, sedimentation, and aquatic invasive species. Through stewardship, education, improved water trail access, and promotion of our waterways we will increase water resource protection and enhance the economic vitality of the region. Paddle Antrim is a non-profit organization, founded in 2014, with a mission to protect water resources in Northern Michigan’s Chain of Lakes by using paddle sports to connect people to these waterways.
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