Fundraising Continues to Extend the Trail South to Empire
The recent challenge match issued by the Anderson family was met with great success. During March, the SBHT campaign raised the $30,000 needed to reach the goal of $100,000 and secure the full Anderson Challenge match of $50,000.

Construction began in late March on the first section of trail connecting Glen Arbor to the Dune Climb. This nearly 5-mile segment will be complete by July, providing easy, car-free access to amenities and attractions including the DH Day Campground, Glen Haven, Glen Arbor and the Dune Climb.

Though we are excited with the recent challenge match success and construction of the first section, fundraising efforts continue. The SBHT campaign must raise $400,000 for design and engineering to extend the trail south from the Dune Climb to Empire. Donors of $1,000 or more will be recognized at a permanent donor plaza located at the Dune Climb. Well-known local artist Glenn Wolff created an illustrated map of the trail and donors of $5,000 or more will receive a limited edition signed print.

To donate or learn more about the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail please visit www.sleepingbeartrail.org or contact Pam Darling, Development Director for TART Trails (pam@traversetrails.org or 231-941-4300).

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