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BUSINESS, ORGANIZATION & RECREATIONAL RESOURCES
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Grayling Fish Hatchery, N. Down River Road, PO Box 361, Grayling, MI 49738, Phone: (989) 348-9266, The Grayling Fish Hatchery is a delight for young and old alike. Over 45,000 trout swim in the hatchery ponds. Purchase fish food and watch the trout in a feeding frenzy. Catch trout for dinner for a small fee. Open daily from 10 am - 6 pm Memorial Day to Labor Day.
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Partridge Point Wetland, 1175 N. Partridge Point Rd., Alpena, MI 49707, Phone: (989) 356-4812, Unique lagoon and barrier wetland on the shore of Lake Huron's Thunder Bay. Walk over 1/4 mile of boardwalks that will take you out into this fresh water coastal marsh. Observe a variety of wetland creatures from three separate observation decks, each providing its own special view. A very knowledgeable staff is available by appointment to explain and guide you on your tour. Open May 1 to October 31, small admission fee is charged, children under 12 free.
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Tuttle Marsh Wildlife Area, Huron Shores Ranger Station, 5761 North Skeel Road, Oscoda, MI 48750, Phone: (989) 739-0728. Tuttle Marsh Wildlife area is a 5,000 acre wetland complex managed by the Huron-Manistee National Forests. Various habitat improvement projects have been completed throught cost sharing with Duck Unlimited, the Michigan Wildlife Habitat Foundation and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. This healthy wetland supports several species of waterfowl, songbirds, insects and small mammels. Migratory birds, reptiles, insects and other animals converge on these wetlands to use them as nurseries and safe havens until their young are ready to to venture out on their own.
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