The Community Foundation of St. Clair County
The Community Foundation of St. Clair County
The Community Foundation of St. Clair County
Access to Recreation Through Our Natural Resources
There are several separate and distinct projects that will enhance recreation opportunities in St. Clair County. The Pine River Nature Center will build a barrier-free tree house. The first of its kind in Michigan, the tree house will give children and adults of all ages and abilities a bird's-eye view of the forest and wetlands along the Pine River. The wooden tree house will be built in the canopy of mature white oaks that grow on a steep ridge overlooking the floodplain and wetlands of the Pine River. By building on a ridge, the tree house is virtually level with the trail. At the far edge of the tree house, the ground falls away quickly, putting the visitor literally up in the trees.

A canoe and kayak launch will allow access to the Belle River. The project will be a pilot site for the design, construction, and installation of a unique docking system that will allow for the safe and stable independent launching of canoes and kayaks on inland rivers.

In addition, beach chairs will be purchased to allow access to the large public beaches located along the shores of Lake Huron, and the City of Algonac will install a transfer lift to its renovated public pool.

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