#Michigan dnr campground webmap install

“These EV charging stations are a tremendous way to encourage sustainable travel across our state, while sharing the tremendous beauty and recreation offered by our world-class state parks here in Michigan,” said Dave Lorenz, vice president of Travel Michigan, part of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. The tentative list of state parks that will get charging stations is: “Whether it’s cultivating public/private partnerships to deploy EV charging at state parks or installing solar panels on our offices, the DNR is committed to being part of the solution that leads to a cleaner environment.” Mini Cabins Located in modern state park campgrounds, near modern restroom facilities with showers and flush toilets, mini-cabins sleep four and are furnished. “The DNR continues to look at innovative ways to sustainably manage our public lands and facilities,” said Scott Whitcomb, the DNR’s director of the Office of Public Lands. “The enhancement will no doubt increase the number of visitors at these parks, while providing convenience and significantly increasing the range for EV motorists.” “This ability to link some of our state parks with electric vehicle travelers will provide a win-win situation for both parties,” said Ron Olson, chief of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ Parks and Recreation Division. In phase two, the goal is to add state parks in the Upper Peninsula, which could happen next year. Installation is expected to start in June and will continue throughout the summer.

#Michigan dnr campground webmap install

(WXYZ) - The State of Michigan is planning to install more than two dozen electric vehicle charging stations at state parks along the Lake Michigan shoreline throughout the summer.Īccording to the Department of Natural Resources, the charging stations will start at Warren Dunes State Park in Southwest Michigan and continue north all the way to the tip of the Lower Peninsula.