MSU Extension Tourism

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  Improvements coming to St. Clair County annual 4-H and Youth Fair

  Published on May 16, 2023
  MSU Extension tourism educators partner with St. Clair County 4-H Fair Board to pilot First Impressions visitor assessment and capture feedback to drive future developments.

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  Village of Cassopolis is FIT for action

  Published on May 16, 2023
  MSU Extension's First Impressions for Tourism (FIT) assessment program provides communities with valuable feedback that can be turned into action.

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  Michigan Clean Boats, Clean Waters Program awards $31,000 to stop the spread of aquatic invasive species

  Published on May 8, 2023
  Thirteen projects receive grant funding to educate boaters and anglers on the importance of cleaning, draining, and drying their equipment to protect lakes and rivers.

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  Initiative launches to strengthen small-town, rural tourism in Roscommon County, Michigan

  Published on May 8, 2023
  Roscommon Economic Development Corporation and Michigan State University Extension forge partnership to strengthen rural, small-town tourism.

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  Why farm in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula?

  Published on May 2, 2023
  Low cost land and a laidback lifestyle may seem appealing, but the basics of successful farming in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula are the same as everywhere else: careful planning, efficient use of resources, adaptability, commitment and good luck.

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  MSU Product Center recognizes Hallstedt Homestead Cherries with Best Barrier Buster Award

  Published on April 20, 2023
  Despite challenges, this northern Michigan cherry farm survives and thrives.

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  Sustainable living series offered by three land-grant universities

  Published on April 3, 2023
  Together, experts from all three institutions will help national attendees to help strengthen critical thinking skills related to future actions and decision making with sustainability in mind through this multi-topic series.

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  Sustainable agriculture grants for training farm educators and graduate student research

  Published on February 28, 2023
  Apply by April for projects supporting people, resource protection, and long-term farm profitability.

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  Don't miss the Steelhead Made Simple seminar at the Grand Rapids Ultimate Sport Show

  Published on February 15, 2023
  Get started on the right foot with expert advice on steelhead fishing at West Michigan show in March.

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  Michigan Economic Development Corporation and MSU Extension forge partnership to better Michigan communities through fresh sets of eyes

  Published on December 2, 2022
  First Impressions Tourism (FIT) assessment program assists communities in understanding themselves and unique assets more through visitor experiences.