GLIN==> Talk on the History of Humbug Marsh to be given on Tuesday, June 21st at 6 PM at the Environmental Education Shelter of Humbug Marsh

Rain soaked and determined was the feeling of nearly 1,000 people that
September day in 1998. Gibraltar Carlson High School was invaded by
concerned citizens who were there to stand up for what they felt was right.
People from all over Michigan attended, so many that there were traffic jams
and the fire marshal had to lock the doors to prevent a larger crowd. The
issue at hand was residential development of the last mile of natural
shoreline on the U.S. mainland of the Detroit River - Humbug Marsh.

 

The vast majority of these citizens strongly opposed the development and was
in favor of preserving the rich and diverse coastline that was part of their
home and heritage. By allowing the development to proceed, they knew the
precious life and rich history would forever be lost. This tremendous
support was the key catalyst in establishing the Detroit River International
Wildlife Refuge. The people spoke and those in charge listened. By doing so,
this area now belongs to wildlife and people for their use, study, and
enjoyment. And it will forever stand as a site of great determination and
love by those in the Downriver community. In 2010, Humbug Marsh received
international acclaim by being designated Michigan's first wetland of
international importance under the international Ramsar Convention.  

 

On Tuesday, June 21st, Refuge Manager John Hartig will speak on the history
of Humbug Marsh.  The talk will begin at 6 PM in the environmental shelter
of Humbug Marsh.  All are welcome!

 

Directions:

 

Parking will be available at the Refuge Gateway at 5437 West Jefferson,
Trenton, MI 48183. It is located between the intersections of Vreeland and
Van Horn Road on the east side of West Jefferson. Turn in the gate and
follow the gravel road to a grass parking area. The property is enclosed by
a chain link fence and is directly south of a Solutia plant. For more
information, please contact Joann Van Aken of the International Wildlife
Refuge Alliance (734-692-7671; iwr_alliance at yahoo.com).

 

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