KEWEENAW COUNTY, MI— The Department of Natural Resources has acquired nearly 10,000 acres of land previously held by The Nature Conservancy in Keweenaw County.
Locally known as Keweenaw Point State Lands, the property borders Fort Wilkins Historic State Park to the south and will now be managed as part of the park.
DNR officials say the land will be managed for public recreation and natural resource protection. Any future forest management activities considered will emphasize ecological stewardship, habitat enhancement, public safety and resource health.
Forestry practices, including timber harvests, may be considered when they support those objectives and are determined to be appropriate.
