If you are a fan of Michigan state parks and trails and have always wanted to add your voice to the discussion that shapes them, consider applying by Jan. 15 for vacancies on two key advisory bodies that work with the DNR.
Snowmobile Advisory Workgroup
The DNR is accepting applications for an opening on the Snowmobile Advisory Workgroup, which consists of seven volunteers each serving four-year terms. Travel expenses to and from meetings are eligible for reimbursement. The group, which works closely with the Trails Advisory Council, meets quarterly at varying locations around the state. The ideal candidate will fill a member-at-large position.
Members work alongside the DNR Trails Program staff to discuss and implement the sound management of recreational snowmobiling throughout the state. Topics may include snowmobile safety and education; balanced relationships with the environment and wildlife; the collection, development and dissemination of snow trail information; and collaboration with other trail user groups.
Michigan State Parks Advisory Committee
The DNR is accepting applications for openings on the Michigan State Parks Advisory Committee, which consists of 12 volunteers, each serving up to four-year terms. The group meets six times per year either online or at locations around the state. The ideal candidates will reside in the Upper Peninsula, northeast Lower Peninsula, northwest Lower Peninsula, mid-Michigan or southeast Lower Peninsula.
The committee advises and makes recommendations to the chief of the DNR Parks and Recreation Division on state parks policy and provides guidance on state park development, management, stewardship, funding and planning.
