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Adopt-a-Trail Program


Imagine a vast network of trails connecting our cities to the countryside and countless communities to each other… linking neighborhoods to workplaces and congested areas to open spaces…serving both transportation needs and the demands for close to home recreation.

Consider the possibility of a safe, clean, trail focused on enhancing the environment and wildlife. This is the hope for the Musketawa Adopt-a-Trail program. The Program is modeled after state and local  Adopt-a-Highway programs.

The Musketawa Trail is a 25 mile long recreational trail, from Marne to Muskegon, Michigan. It passes farmlands, wetlands, woods and villages and crosses over creeks and streams. It offers a four-season adventure for the outdoor enthusiast, living healthy and having fun. A safe and natural environment for individual, family, and organizational use is enjoyed by bikers, snowmobilers, horseback riders, rollerbladers, cross-country skiers, wheelchair travelers, hikers, and nature lovers.

Friends of the Musketawa Trail is a nonprofit organization of West Michigan volunteers excited and committed to turning the old railroad bed between Marne and Muskegon into a recreational trail. The Friend’s mission is to act as a public advocate in support of the trail. As advocates, the Friends hope to gain the support of government agencies, local businesses, and private citizens in constructing and maintaining the trail. The Friends are involved in construction projects, lobbying, fund raising, trail beautification, habitat and wildlife preservation, etc. Local businesses are encouraged to support these efforts in view of documented economic benefits brought on by similar trails.

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has purchased the trail, funded developmental studies, and is providing primary funding for the trail. Through our partnership, our area can have a recreational trail to compare with other highly successful rail-trails throughout Michigan, eventually tying into others to provide a regional network. Come join the efforts!

Suggestions for Adopt a Trail Projects

  • Plant trees or shrubs
  • Plant flowers
  • Clear trail of debris
  • Pick up refuse
  • Promote wildlife & natural environment
  • Install and maintain birdhouses
  • Paint bridges, benches, railings
  • Prune trees or shrubs
  • Remove tree drop debris
  • Clean/Repair benches & picnic tables
  • Report vandalism & unsafe conditions
  • Sweep parking lots
  • Raise funds for new purchases

All Projects must have the approval of the Musketawa Trail Manager.

Program:
Organization agrees to a two year period with four clean up dates per year in April, June, August, and October.

Eligible Participants:
Any group or organization with ten or more participants. Organizations must be based in Muskegon, Ottawa, or Kent Counties.

Material Provided:
Musketawa Trail will provide safety rules, safety vests, refuse bags, refuse pickup, recognition sign located on the trail segment (acknowledging the name of participating group), and adoption certificate.

SectionMilesAdopt a trail sponsor
Muskegon County
Black Creek to Broadway1.3Holovka Family
Broadway to Mill Iron0.8Available
Mill Iron to Brooks0.5Available
Brooks to Hts. Ravenna1.1Sunset Riders 4-H Club
Hts. Ravenna to Wolf Lake1.1Schmukers Spokes Folks
Wolf Lake to Hilton Park1.1Muskegon County Nature Club
Hilton Park to Maple Island1Muskegon County Life Skills
Maple Island to Barnes0.75Muskegon Area Jaycees
Barnes to Sullivan0.25Muskegon Area Jaycees
Sullivan to Ensley1Silver Saddles Horse Club
Ensley to Swanson1Ravenna FFA
Swanson to Moorland1West Shore Snowmobile Council
Moorland to Bossett1ChoiceOne Bank
Bossett to Blackmer14-Season 4-H club
Blackmer to Adams0.6Ravenna Cadette Girl Scouts Troop #279
Adams to Ravenna0.7Ravenna Cub Scouts Pack #4054
Ravenna to Ellis1.4Goldwing Touring Association
Ellis to Squires/48th Ave.0.1Ottawa County
Ottawa County
Squires/48th Ave. to 40th Ave.1.8Squires Road Association
40th Ave. to Harding0.5Midway Heating
Harding to Sehler0.55Silver Star 4-H Club
Sehler to Wilson0.55Jim Creager & Associates
Wilson to Taft1.25Awashtanong Islands Audubon Society
Taft to 28th Ave.0.9Enterprise Die and Mold
28th Ave. to Roosevelt0.3Saint Joseph Youth Ministry
Roosevelt to 24th Ave.0.5Sand Creek Golf and Driving Range
24th Ave. to Cleveland0.8Gary & Char Kluting and Family
Cleveland to 16th Ave.0.8Hope Network Northwest Center
16th Ave. to Arthur0.5Available
Arthur to 8th Ave.1DeWys Manufacturing

For more information, contact us.

 

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