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Visit Keweenaw and enjoy sharing the Copper Country’s natural wonders with those outside the Upper Peninsula. But will always find time to support recreation developments and opportunities in the Keweenaw Peninsula. Recently Visit Keweenaw shared where the tourism bureau has granted funds and donated to organizations supporting recreation.
During the recent Copper Shores Giving Tuesday fundraising event visit, Keweenaw contributed 2500 dollars to six recreation organizations.
During 2024 the organization assisted several other organizations with direct support through grant programs. Some funding support included 20,000 to swede-town trails and 17 thousand for the Hancock Trails Club.
Visit Keweenaw also supported projects with smaller grants like assisting Calumet Township in setting up a disc golf course, supporting the Keweenaw ATV Club in placing directional signage on trails, and a 4900-dollar grant for interpretative signage at the Painesdale Mine and Shaft.
Find more information below.
- Keweenaw Land Trust: $2,500 – Dedicated to protecting over 7,000 acres across Michigan’s Western Upper Peninsula, the Keweenaw Land Trust fosters a deep connection to the region’s natural beauty by promoting responsible trail stewardship, preserving native ecosystems and ensuring access to cherished outdoor spaces like Paavola Wetlands and Boston Pond.
- Hancock Trails Club: $2,500 – Committed to enhancing outdoor recreation, the Hancock Trails Club bridges communities with sustainable trail development and maintains the Maasto Hiihto & Churning Rapids Trail System, offering exceptional cross-country skiing and multi-season trail experiences in Hancock.
- Keweenaw ATV Club: $2,500 – Focused on building and maintaining an extensive trail network, the Keweenaw ATV Club connects communities through outdoor adventure. The club fosters responsible trail use and strengthens landowner partnerships to ensure long-term access for riders across the Keweenaw Peninsula.
- Keweenaw Snowmobile Club: $2,500 – Supporting the spirit of winter adventure, the Keweenaw Snowmobile Club grooms and maintains a world-class trail system that attracts riders from near and far. It helps showcase the region’s unparalleled beauty and fosters unforgettable experiences in the snow.
- Swedetown Trails Club: $2,500 – Championing inclusive outdoor recreation, the Swedetown Trails club offers a dynamic, family-friendly experience with all-season trails for skiing, snow-biking, hiking and sledding. Their commitment to adaptive trail users ensures everyone can enjoy the natural wonders of Calumet.
- Copper Harbor Trails Club: $2,500 – As stewards of Copper Harbor’s iconic trails, the Copper Harbor Trails Club connects people to awe-inspiring landscapes like Hunter’s Point Park, Lake Fanny Hooe and Brockway Mountain. With an unwavering commitment to sustainable trail development, the club expands opportunities for exploration and adventure in Copper Harbor every summer.
In addition to supporting outdoor recreation-related non-profits on Giving Tuesday, Visit Keweenaw also contributed to the following projects in 2024.
- Swedetown Recreation Area – $20,000 – Beginner-level biking/hiking trail
- Hancock Trails Club – $17,000 – Swedetown Creek Bridge connector at Maasto-Hiihto/ Churning Rapids Trail System
- Copper Harbor Trails Club – $11,500 – Berry Picker climbing trail at Brockway Mountain
- Main Street Calumet – $8,000 – Downtown seating and planters
- City of Houghton – $7,500 – Installation of Historic Houghton downtown signage
- Calumet Air Force Station Heritage Museum – $6,000 – Safety railing atop viewing tower
- Calumet Township – $5,000 – New 18-hole disc golf course
- Painesdale Mine & Shaft, Inc – $4,900 – Interpretive signage and visitor kiosk
- Chassell Township – $2,750 -Wayfinding Signage on US 41 for Accessible Kayak Launch
- Keweenaw County Sheriff’s Office – $1,725 – Directional and safety signage for County trails
- Keweenaw ATV Club – $695 – Trail directional signage
