Articles – protectMI

Michigan’s Trails Improve Our Health

Michigan is known for its natural beauty and opportunities for outdoor recreation. The Great Lakes State has more trails than any other in the nation as well as the largest rail-trail system. More than 2,600 miles of old railroad lines have been converted for recreational use. You can hike, bike, ride or ski on trails […]

MNRTF’s impact on Ypsilanti Township

Since 1976, the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF) has served as a key funding source for Michigan's parks and recreation providers, allocating more than $1 billion to protect our state's natural resources and to develop outdoor recreation opportunities for residents. Countless parks, trails, nature centers and preserves, boardwalks, overlooks, splash pads, playgrounds, and beaches [...]

Six Rivers Land Conservancy Assists Three Communities with Park Acquisitions

The Six Rivers Land Conservancy has helped three local communities secure funding to add 275 acres of additional natural areas and park lands in the region. On Wednesday, Dec 2 the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund awarded grants totaling $4.7 million to Chesterfield Township, St. Clair County Parks and Oakland Township to help fund their [...]

Explore Michigan’s Parks, Preserves and Trails

If you live in Michigan, you’ve probably heard that you are never more than 90 minutes from a Great Lake or more than 6 miles from a body of water. That’s because Michigan is home to 11,000 inland lakes and 120 major rivers. Combined with our 19.3 million acres of forest, Michigan’s lands and waters [...]