Foot Trail

Missaukee CD would like to recognize the following donors:

Missaukee County Commissioners
Road Commission
Sheriff Dept.

Cadillac Area Health Coalition

Master Gardeners

Harvestore

Voelker Implement Sales, Inc.

Ellens Equipment

Landscape Image & Design Studio

Little River Ranch

Vanderwal Farms

Lake City Redi-mix

Missaukee Area Community Foundation

Wildflower Association of Michigan

Dutchman Tree Farms

B. G. Trees

Jessica Davidson

Gordon Food Service

Missaukee MSU Extension

Heather Dexter & Wexford Missaukee ISD

Al Kushion & McBain High School

Matt Brown - Eagle Scout Project

Quinn Mobile Saw Works, LLC

Hydrolake

Wal-Mart

Meijer

Tim Lequier

Jim Williams

MGSP Ameri-Corps Program

MCD Directors & Volunteers
who have graciously given their time and labor while sharing in a vision of a cleaner, healthier place to live

For 2008, an additional $5000 has been awarded to Missaukee CD by the Cardio Vascular Environmental Policy Change through the Michigan Department of Public Health and District Health Department #10. With this grant the trail will be lengthened once more.

Go to TV Cadillac to see the outdoor classroom which was added to the trail November 2007. It was made possible by a grant from Project Learning Tree.

The N.E.W. (Nature's Exciting Wonders) Missaukee Fitness Trail & Native Gardens, located at Missaukee County Offices north of Lake City on M-66 (building known as the Health Department) is a Missaukee County treasure for all to enjoy.

Dozens of people donated their time to implement a public
trail at the Missaukee County Offices for many reasons. They have included the betterment of the community and spending time outdoors. Whatever the reason, this trail matches many moods including: curiosity, serenity, fun, relaxation, health, well-being.

Area businesses are also supporting this project. They have donated the use of heavy equipment for tree removal and
trail completion. Without their help, this project would not be ready for your use. We owe many thanks to Voelker Implement Sales Inc., Harvestore, Ellens Equipment, and Hydrolake Leasing, as well as Missaukee County Road Commission for their generosity.

The Foot Trail, while still a work in progress, is open for your enjoyment. Installation of gardens with an emphasis on native plants took place Fall 2006. A grant from the Missaukee Area Community Foundation, a component of the Cadillac Area Community Foundation, funded the beginnings of a butterfly garden. A large native garden is located in front of the building. This garden began in 2005 through Missaukee MSUE Master Gardener’s Fund and a Wildflower Association of Michigan Grant with completion in Fall 2006.

Interpretive markers have been placed throughout the trail
for viewing interpretation with an accompanying brochure explaining the various markers being developed. Plant description markers have been placed. Future plans include markers for exercise enhancement. Benches have been interspersed for resting and peaceful enjoyment of the area. An outdoor classroom with seating and a portable podium will be in place by Fall 2007.

Volunteers are always appreciated. Give our office a call at 231.839.7193 and let us know how you'd like to help!