Join Huron Pines and the Michigan Association of Planning for a workshop designed to strengthen local stewardship and planning coordination for our lakes and shorelines. Bringing together local elected officials, municipal staff, tribal representatives and community leaders, this session will explore planning tools and approaches that improve shoreline protection and resilience.

Using Tawas Lake as a real-world case study, presenters will demonstrate how ecological and cultural values shape decision-making and share practical tools and collaborative strategies that any community can use to support healthy, resilient shores.

What You'll Learn:

• The ecological and cultural importance of shallow lakes, with a focus on Tawas Lake

• Key ecological features such as Manoomin (wild rice) and how to protect the conditions that support them

• Practical planning tools to address real shoreline challenges and opportunities

• Realistic next steps you can implement in your own community

• Strategies for strengthening coordination between planners, practitioners, lakeshore owners, and tribal partners

Who Should Attend:

• Local elected officials

• Municipal staff and planners

• Community leaders

• Tribal representatives

To register or for questions, contact Community Project Manager at amanda@huronpines.org or (989) 448-2293, ext. 30.

This event is hosted by Huron Pines. Huron Pines is leading the effort to inspire lakeshore communities in Michigan to join the Lake Huron Forever initiative.

Funding for this program was made possible with support from the Iosco County Community Improvement Fund and the Iosco County Lakes and Rivers Fund held at the Iosco County Community Foundation.