Check out this GREAT old film of amazing young Mickey Burns with Brace Beemer, the original Lone Ranger, in a cameo for the city of Pontiac, Michigan on YouTube... Historic video produced with scenes filmed at the Haven Hill Lodge! [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3HTPrs05Ks#t=33[/embed]
Read a terrific news article about the original of the film HERE.
The Friends of Highland Recreation Area and the Chief Pontiac Trail Committee of the Boy Scouts of America are expecting the annual Snow Snake migration to return to Highland Recreation Area in February of 2015. Snow Snake season typically begins each year as the snow depth reaches 3 to 5 inches, although a covering of even an inch has been enough to afford some lucky folks a sighting of a few of these amazing winter reptiles. A snake watching event is planned for Sunday, February 8, 2015 near the Edsel Ford Barn in Highland/White Lake, Michigan. A "hot spot" for sightings every year at Highland State Recreation Area seems to be around the historic Edsel Ford Barn. Both adults and children enjoy seeing the snow snakes. See the information flyer HERE. And a great "How To" video below...
https://vimeo.com/81956965
For a truly unique experience in the outdoors come and see the Snakes at the Edsel Ford Barn on February 8, 2015.
Chief Pontiac Trail Committee site for this great activity HERE.
Happy Holidays 2014/2015!
Read MoreThe Cedar Creel trail has portions that skirt the edge or even cross wetland areas. New decking has been installed to minimize impact on the landscape. The deck will also provide a nice view to the east.
Read MoreIt's that time of year again... for Fall colors and pumpkins and cider mills and the Friends of Highland Recreation Area (FOHRA) Annual Meeting!
The 2014 FOHRA Annual Meeting and Social will be held on Wednesday, November 5, at the White Lake Township Community Building. Come and bring friends or family members, to 7500 Highland Road (M-59) across from the White Lake Township Hall. Appetizers and light beverages will be served at 6:30 pm. The formal meeting and presentations start at 7:00 pm and wrap up around 8:30.
This year's meeting highlights will include aerial video footage from high above Haven Hill's historic structures and landscapes, as well as other special information and displays. Please attend for a great evening with Highland State Recreation Area and Haven Hill enthusiasts!"
Sincerely,
Your Friends
The colors along the shores of Haven Hill Lake are beginning to pop. Head out to the park for a view of nature's palette...
Gentlemen (and Ladies) attending this year’s fund raiser will not only see a special "Fishing In Da U.P." table setting this year, but also a vintage automobile display just down the street on the corner of Livingston and Milford Road where some vintage cars will be on display throughout the day.
Read More...the new Cedar Creek trail at Highland State Recreation Area winds through the beautiful Haven Hill Gate House on it's way all the way back to Teeple Lake.
Read MoreWatching Model A Ford automobiles driving around and through the Gate House grounds of the Haven Hill Gate House on August 27, 2014 during the Haven Hill Festival was fantastic.
Read MoreThe 2014 Dine with Edsel and Eleanor Event Coming Soon! Get your tickets to support the Ladies of FOHRA at www.diningwithedsel.com. On October 5th, 2014, from noon to 5 pm, the Ladies of FOHRA will host the second table setting event “Dine with Edsel and Eleanor” at the Historic Highland Station House located at 205 W. Livingston Rd., Highland, MI.
Tables will be set and decorated for 2 or more. Each table will have a theme and will be decorated by individuals or groups in the area.
There will be a small charge to the public to view the tables. We hope to set as many as 12 tables for people to view and enjoy.
Light beverages and hors d’oeuvres will be served at this year’s event.
Some beautiful table settings photos from the 2013 at the historic Hibbard Tavern:
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