Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties

Ottawa expanding

By PAMELA JANSSON

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BESSEMER — The Gogebic County Board of Commissioners on Aug. 14 learned that the Ottawa National Forest is seeking to acquire nearly 11 additional acres that are adjacent to the west-side campground of the Black River Harbor Recreation Area.

In a letter received by the board on Aug. 6, county forest supervisor Darla Lenz said that the Nature Conservancy now owns the land.

“Acquiring the property would secure the land adjacent to the campground, ensuring the parcel would not be developed, providing the unique camping experiences for future generatio...

 
 
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