Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

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What do farmers, sailors & horse owners have in common? They ALL needed the blacksmith! The Glen Haven shop was the heartbeat of the 1800s community. See it in action today.
What job would YOU have wanted?

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Animals are good at hiding along roadsides, and they can decide to cross at any time.

The best way to avoid injuring wildlife is to drive slowly and scan the road and roadsides as you drive.

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NPS Photo of a snapping turtle/A. Loggins

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Join in all summer long for Twilight Talks at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, a beloved evening tradition where rangers share stories, science, and the natural and cultural wonders of the Lakeshore.

Check out the full weekly lineup here:
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Happy fee-free Flag Day!

📸1: The U.S. Yacht Ensign on the Arrah in the Glen Haven Cannery.
📸2: Patriotic buntings at the Port Oneida Heritage Center.
📸3: The National Ensign between the Maritime Museum and Boathouse.

NPS Photos/G. Vanden Belt
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The M22 Challenge Endurance Race is Saturday, June 13. This race starts at the Dune Climb. M-109 between Welch Road and Day Farm Road will be closed from 8:45-11 am on Saturday.

There will be delays along M-22 from Welch Road to Crystal View Road.

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Don’t rock the boat! Though the lakes may look inviting, water temperatures are still chilly. If you're planning on going for a swim, limit your exposure to cold water.

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The eastern mole plays an important role in aerating forest soils. They expose deep layers of soil to oxygen by burrowing in the ground. The process allows water to filter through the soil, adding minerals and nutrients plants need to grow and thrive.

NPS Photo/Ginger Hiipakka

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Sleeping Bear Dunes' phone lines are down. This includes the Philip A. Hart Visitor Center, and both the Platte River and D.H. Day Campground offices. In the meantime, please direct questions to [email protected].

In an emergency, always call 911.

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During #NationalPoliceWeek we honor those who help keep us safe in parks.
This week, we also honor the memory of those officers who gave their lives in the line of duty. Learn more at: https://t.co/mqNqBy5BtD

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Calling all artists! Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore invites YOU to create artwork inspired by our nation’s history and the Port Oneida Rural Historic District. Your original piece could be featured in this year's Port Oneida Fair (POF) poster!

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Do you have a favorite spring wildflower?

Great trails for wildflowers:
Empire Bluff Trail
Pyramid Point Trail
Bay View Trail

NPS Photo of blooming Dutchman's breeches
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Dogs love Sleeping Bear Dunes, but nesting piping plovers need extra space. Please keep pups leashed and off closed beaches so these tiny, endangered birds can safely nest. Thanks for protecting wildlife while enjoying the park.
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NPS Photo/Mary Lundeburg

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Celebrate America’s 250th with art inspired by Port Oneida and Freedom 250. Submit original artwork by May 27 to [email protected]. Visit https://t.co/0aHsieTJQz for more details.

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Are you a local to the Sleeping Bear Dunes area and planning a staycation? Or perhaps you're traveling this way instead? Either way, we have some fun family-friendly programs in store for you!

For more info, visit the Lakeshore's calendar:

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"Peent! Peent!"

You may hear this sound in the spring woods. The male American woodcock sky dance is one early sign of spring. The bird launches into the air, spirals upward in circles, and then drifts back toward the ground in a zig‑zag.

NPS Photo - Female American woodcock

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"On the road again..."

Our Education Team is hitting the road in Bear Force One over spring break! Their mission? To present FREE public programs with the Lakeshore's mobile planetarium!

Check out our calendar to learn more: https://t.co/OnycOrgNvQ

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Local black bears are waking up from torpor, which means it’s time for a little spring clean‑up!
• Take down bird feeders
• Secure trash cans and compost
• Bring outdoor pet food inside
• Clean grills and outdoor cooking areas

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NPS / Betty Blanton

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Mother Nature wasn’t quite done with winter yet! More than two feet of snow fell during this week’s blizzard, giving one last unexpected chance for winter fun.

Special thanks to the Sleeping Bear Dunes maintenance crew for keeping parking lots plowed during the snow-pocalypse.

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THIS WEEKEND!

Maple Sugaring Days
Saturday, March, 7, 10 am-3 pm
Sunday, March 8, 11 am-3 pm
Dechow and Olsen farms in Port Oneida

This event offers hands-on demonstrations and a chance to learn the history of maple sugar and syrup making.

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Tap into tradition!
Maple Sugaring Days

Saturday, March, 7, 10 am-3 pm
Sunday, March 8, 11 am-3 pm
Dechow and Olsen farms in Port Oneida

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