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A small but dedicated team hauled unusual debris from a pristine Lake Michigan beach, proving that caring for nature doesn't require big crowds. The Friends of Nordhouse Dunes found everything from traffic barrels to industrial buoys during their fall cleanup.
A growing team of volunteer rangers is keeping Grand County's wilderness trails safe and welcoming as visitor numbers reach all-time highs. These friendly faces educate hikers, monitor conditions, and help protect public lands when federal agencies face staffing shortages.