Huron Bay Field Station

 

Huron Bay Field Station

http://www.keweenawlandtrust.org/special-huron-bay.php



The property once operated as a high-fence commercial game farm facility registered with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Exotic game species, including elk, wild boar, and non-native deer were brought in to support the operation. Even though the property is under new ownership and the exotic game removed, the game farm's legacy is still visible on the landscape in the 8 miles of 10-foot-tall fencing that surrounds this property. KLT, DNR, and Michigan Technological University researchers are exploring the ecological research and landscape restoration opportunities provided by the property and its previous management regimes. Ultimately, KLT hopes to remove the perimeter fence to restore natural wildlife movement, though some smaller fenced areas may remain for ongoing studies.

Acres: 1,245
Established: 2015
County: Baraga
Category: Public Nature Area