The Wheel is in The Wheelhouse!
Posted onMajor progress on the USCG Icebreaker phase of the Ship Shapes exhibit today. Roof and most of the siding is on, too. But the big deal is the wheel was set in the helm.
Taking Shape
Posted onThe USCG ice breaker/buoy tender exhibit is taking shape. The hull and wheelhouse are becoming recognizable!
Fishing Pier Open to Public!
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The Discovery Pier can’t be beat for fishing opportunities in West Grand Traverse Bay. Deep water right off the Pier provides access to many species: Lake and Brown Trout, Salmon, Northern Pike, Bass, Perch and panfish. Picnic tables and benches make it a great place to take the kids. There’s even parking and a porta-john […]
Pedestrian Crossing Deployed
Posted onEarly this morning a team from Molon Excavating reinstalled the pedestrian crossing island in the center of M 22, just in time for the busy memorial weekend. We are grateful that they fit this into their very busy schedule.
Saved!
Posted onAttending the National Working Waterfronts Conference highlighted how close the coal dock came to being lost to private development. It could easily have been sold by the City and TCLP for a LOT of money to a single person or entity for a mansion/megayacht or condo development. Instead, thanks to Rotary, it has been preserved […]
Field Trip to South Haven Maritime Museum
Posted onWhile attending the National Working Waterfront Conference, we got a tour of a wonderful coastal town and an inspiring historical museum.
Ship Shape Exhibit To Add USCG Icebreaker Model
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Plans are taking shape for the USCG icebreaker model addition to the Ship Shapes exhibit in the courtyard. This phase of the exhibit is a tribute to the Coast Guard and the important role they play in keeping our Great Lakes safe. Fundraising is under way and volunteers will be organizing to begin […]
How cool would it be If the cruise ship you see in the Center background were to tie up at Discovery Pier?
Posted onMaybe some day they will!
Seasonal Island A Sucess
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MDOT Calls Seasonal Pedestrian Island a Success MDOT has declared the seasonal island of safe refuge between the Discovery Center & the Discovery Pier a success. See the article here: MDOT Calls Seasonal Pedestrian Island along M-22 a Success
M22 Pedestrian Crossing
Posted onYesterday, crews from Elmer’s and Kent companies paved concrete sidewalk approaches in preparation for the Island of Refuge installation next Thursday, 22 June!