Welcome to  the U.P.!

Are you new to our lake? Have you had any changes to your contact information?  LMPO needs to have the correct information.
 (Select Around Town at top * Click on Contact Form * Fill it out and SUBMIT)


What do you see from your area?
(you can either post pictures on the LMPO FB page or send them directly to bremen34@gmail.com)
​Let's see how many people join us!
Several of you have added to our 'fun'.  Keep those pictures coming.

Library Winter Hours
​Saturdays 10am - 1pm

  Canning?  Freezing?
Here's a guide to know how long you can freeze certain foods.  Click on the picture below

2022 will celebrate Michigamme's 150 years.

Although there will be many fundraisers to support the celebration, Michigamme clothing is now available.  

Get your Michigamme 150 clothing.  Proceeds will be going to the fundraiser.
(Click on the logo/picture above)

Black Bear 

One was recently seen on the west fork of Green Road.  It was destroying bird feeders at night.
 Here are Problem Bear Guidelines from the DNR.
https://www.michigan.gov/documents/dnr/WLD_Bear_Management_Plan_Appendix_E_338929_7.pdf

Is it up or down?

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Rotate Your Ceiling Fans CorrectlyChanging the rotation of your ceiling fan can save you heating and cooling costs. Fans should turn clockwise, at a low speed, during the winter to pull the warm air up and around the room. During the summer, set them to counterclockwise to push the cold air down. While a fan won’t actually change the temperature of the room, the warm or cool air on your skin will make you feel warmer or colder and you’ll be more likely to give your thermostat a break. Note: Most fans have a switch that can be flipped to change direction, while newer models offer the option on the wall panel.

All in Together

Looking for something
to do?
Don't forget to check out our calendar of local events.

​If you know of anything else you would like on the calendar, please don't hesitate to email the information.

To See the full details click HERE

Nice to kn​ow others think the same way we do.  Check out this article.
​thismichiganlife.com/2016/09/why-the-little-town-of-michigamme-in-michigans-upper-peninsula-is-worth-a-visit/

IMPORTANT for anyone who rents their property...

​The Michigamme Township Board has passed a Short Term Rental Ordinance to minimize impact to our beautiful lake and to protect nearby property owners. All who intend to rent their vacation home on a short-term basis must apply for a rental permit from the Township Office by October 31, 2019. The application fee is $10.00. If a permit is granted, an additional $40.00 will be collected.
Those who do short-term rentals without a permit will be subject to fines, or may be denied a permit in the future.

CLICK HERE for the entire story of how this slot machine 'returned home'
​General heating safety:
  • Keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet away from heating equipment, like your furnace, fireplace or portable space heater.
  • Have a 3 foot designated "Kid Free Zone" around open fires and space heaters.
  • Never use your oven to heat your home.
  • Plug only 1 heat producing appliance (such as a space heater or portable radiator) into one electrical outlet at a time.
  • Remember to always turn portable heaters off when leaving any room or before going to bed.
  • Always use the correct fuel, specific by the manufacturer, for fuel burning space heaters.
  • Test your smoke alarms monthly.
  • Make sure you have carbon monoxide (CO) alarms installed in your home to avoid the risk of CO poisoning and test them monthly. 
  • If you smell gas in your home or coming from your gas heater, do not light the appliance. Leave your home immediately and call your local fire department or gas company.
  • Never leave candles burning unattended.

LMPO

CLICK HERE FOR 2021 LMPO ANNUAL MEETING NOTES

Click on below image for complete information on REAL IDs

Buoys are gone until Spring.
The water is still low so take extra care!!

​Michigamme Musings~ The LMPO volunteer buoy crew is removing buoys today. Please join me in thanking Dan Ostola, Tom Farley, Jim Gustitis, and Greg Meyer for their time, effort, and dedication.
Have you paid your LMPO dues? 
Only $25 per property. 
​So what does that money go towards?
1.  BUOYS - Take them out each fall, clean, repair, replace as needed and again put them out each summer.  (Also the insurance and upkeep of the LMPO pontoon boat used.)
2.  DAM - We pay taxes, maintenance and inspection (inspection was $1400 this year)  for the dam property.
3.  MAPS - We purchase lake maps for the membership every 5 years, and we distribute complimentary copies of the lake directory to dues paying members.
4. LAKE QUALITY -  We also test multiple sites around the lake for coliform bacteria, and we pay for of the dam.    We have funds earmarked for fish cribs, but progress has been limited by the DNR’s restrictive permitting.
5.  SPECIAL PROJECTS - We also support special projects that benefit the community. We purchased the dock for the Michigamme Township Park and this year we donated $1400 toward a modern sound system for the Township Hall’s gymnasium. We regularly donate to the July 4th Committee and the museum’s annual fundraisers. 
6.  MICHIGAMME MESSENGER - This is the yearly newsletter that was given out at the annual meeting.  We unfortunately have had difficulty resurrecting the Michigamme Messenger.  Any Volunteers?
7.  ANNUAL MEETING-  Last, but certainly important.  The donuts, hot dogs and chicken for the meeting.

Museum still needs
​YOUR help!

  Talk about coming home!  The construction has now started on the Museum building!  Although the outside is really showing improvement, there is MUCH to do on the inside.  Support the museum in any way possible.  Let's get the inside electric and other finishes done soon.  If you can't make the regular soup or salad dinners, you can always help by sending a donation to:
​PO 220  Michigamme, MI 49861
(make checks payable to Michigamme Museum)
​William Seppanen
Please follow the rules for recycling as if too many loads are contaminated, we may need to stop the program. Every Marquette County resident got a letter from 906 Recycle with the proper materials to place in the recycle bins or in our case the trailers.
Need to stimulate your brain?  Check this out!
(click to get more information)
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You can always check out the LMPO facebook page that is kept up to date by our LMPO president,
Karen Johnson.

CALENDAR OF LOCAL
MARQUETTE Area EVENTS
http://www.uppermichiganssource.
com/neighborhood/calendar.aspx

Another source for upcoming activities.
http://eventful.com/marquette/events/this-weekend
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Van Riper State Park - Lantern Lit Snowshoe
Join us for a 1.25 mile lantern lit snowshoe through the beautiful woods of Van Riper State Park. This event starts and ends at our Rustic Peshekee River Cabin located on the north side of US-41 just 7/10th of a mile west of the main entrance to the campground. Please note there is limited parking available, we do recommend carpooling. This event may be canceled if the temperatures are below -5 degrees. For questions contact Lead Ranger Ryan Brown at 906-339-4461.
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Please Note: A Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into Michigan state parks. To make a camping reservation, visit www.midnrreservations.com or call 1-800-447-2757.

 Dates occasionally change and events may be canceled due to inclement weather and other reasons. Please call the park to confirm dates/times prior to your arrival.
Van Riper State Park - Lantern Lit Snowshoe
Join us for a 1.25 mile lantern lit snowshoe through the beautiful woods of Van Riper State Park. This event starts and ends at our Rustic Peshekee River Cabin located on the north side of US-41 just 7/10th of a mile west of the main entrance to the campground. Please note there is limited parking available, we do recommend carpooling. This event may be canceled if the temperatures are below -5 degrees. For questions contact Lead Ranger Ryan Brown at 906-339-4461.
Please Note: A Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into Michigan state parks. To make a camping reservation, visit www.midnrreservations.com or call 1-800-447-2757.
 Dates occasionally change and events may be canceled due to inclement weather and other reasons. Please call the park to confirm dates/times prior to your arrival.
Van Riper State Park - Lantern Lit Snowshoe
Join us for a 1.25 mile lantern lit snowshoe through the beautiful woods of Van Riper State Park. This event starts and ends at our Rustic Peshekee River Cabin located on the north side of US-41 just 7/10th of a mile west of the main entrance to the campground. Please note there is limited parking available, we do recommend carpooling. This event may be canceled if the temperatures are below -5 degrees. For questions contact Lead Ranger Ryan Brown at 906-339-4461.
Please Note: A Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into Michigan state parks. To make a camping reservation, visit www.midnrreservations.com or call 1-800-447-2757.
 Dates occasionally change and events may be canceled due to inclement weather and other reasons. Please call the park to confirm dates/times prior to your arrival.

Skating rink
almost ready!


Area has been cleared of snow and NOW the water starts.  Get those skates ready!

SKATES?
We do have a bunch of skates at the fire hall, but we are always willing to take more. Anyone that wants to borrow skates just needs to send Joe Perry a message or anyone else on the department

Glass Recycling
​

We can now recycle our glass again.  Glass can be taken to the Ishpeming Town Hall on the 1st Wednesday of each month 1pm-6pm.  Bin is located behind the building.  (new building on 41.  between 906 Dental and Bartanen)

Look below for signs of s harsh winter

  1. Thicker than normal cornhusks​
  2. Woodpeckers sharing one tree
  3. Early arrival of the snowy owl
  4. Early departure of ducks and geese
  5. Thick hair on a cow's neck
  6. Heavy and numerous fogs during August
  7. Raccoons with thick tails and bright bands
  8. Spiders spinning larger than usual webs and entering house in large numbers
  9. Pigs gathering sticks (so you might have to find a farmer for this)
  10. Insects marching in a line
  11. Unusual abundance of acorns and squirrels gathering early
  12. Muskrats burrowing holes high in a riverbank
  13. Frequent halos or rings around the sun or moon forecasts numerous snow falls.
WEATHER LORE:  "​See how high the hornet’s nest, ‘twill tell how high the snow will rest."

Too many geese
​ 'loving' your lawn?


SCARE DEVICES:Scare devices can be a cost-effective way to repel geese when applied consistently as soon as geese arrive on your property. There are many commercial companies that sell the scare devices listed below:
  • Shell crackers
  • Bird bangers
  • Screamers
  • Rockets
  • Bird alarm
  • Distress cries
  • Motion detector accessories
  • Electronic noise systems
There are also visual stimuli techniques used to scare geese:
  • Bird scare balloons
  • Mylar scare tape
  • Plastic flags
For more information check out 
​DNR - Canada Geese (michigan.gov)

Do you know we had 15 stars and 15 stripes on our flag?

CLICK HERE TO FIND THE HISTORY OF THE UNITED STATES FLAG.

150 Years!
Time to Celebrate

​Michigamme Area Sesquicentennial planning meetings will be held. If you are unable to attend but have suggestions for this celebration the week of July 4, 2022 you may email or call Virginia Olson. vmolson2@yahoo.com or 906-323-6274.
Getting Bored? 
​Need to read a book about the area? 
Look no further!

Click on the button above to see a variety of historical to beach reading about the Upper Peninsula.  If you know of any others you want to include, just send me an email and I will include them.

Boats?  Docks?
Boating Equipment?
Lake 'toys'?

Check out the Lost/Found/Sell Page...

CLICK HERE TO GO DIRECTLY TO PAGE.
Are you interested in buying or selling anything around the lake?  Contact Nancy at bremen34@gmail.com
to have your free ad put on the website.

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Is Your property          Safe From ID Theft?​

Don't get caught with the growing white-collar crime.  CLICK HERE to get more information to protect your property.

NEW INTERACTIVE MAPS
​Click on Map below

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