07-14-2002, 09:43 AM
<b>Grand Island National Recreation Area </b><br>Hiawatha National Forest<br><br><br>At Grand Island, where sandy beaches and sheer cliffs rim the island and cattail /cedar swamps, hemlock stands, and northern hardwood forest cover the gently rolling terrain of the island's interior. Bald eagles, black bear, and the common loon are some of the animals that live on Grand Island. <br>In the past, the Ojibwa People made Grand Island their home. In the early 1800's, the first white settler, Abraham H. Williams, homesteaded there. Since that time, maple syrup production and timber harvesting have occurred. Careful observers will see traces of these activities. <br><br>The unpredictable weather of Lake Superior adds to the wild character of the island. Visitors should monitor the weather, and be prepared to spend at least one extra night on the island if foul weather develops. <br><br>Grand Island Is a delightful spot for hiking, biking, picnicking, nature study. But, remember that once the boat drops you off, it will not pick you up until its next scheduled trip. You're on your own. <br><br>To find out more about this fascinating adventure<br>go to.......<br><br><A HREF="http://www.picturedrocks.com/island.html" target="_new">http://www.picturedrocks.com/island.html</A><br><br><A HREF="http://myweb.ecomplanet.com/MESS6438/" target="_new">http://myweb.ecomplanet.com/MESS6438/</A> <br>For Kids Sake <br>Recycle your old Equipment<br>Dave