The 500+ acre property includes two separate parcels, bisected by an active railroad easement. The northern property is planned to be a nature preserve, characterized by hilly, knob and basin topography and significant natural features. The southern property is gently rolling and is currently home of some of the Township’s active recreation facilities.

The Shiawassee Basin Preserve Plan provides an extensive analysis of the important natural and cultural features across the site. While preserving the ecosystems in the northern section, some passive recreation amenities are planned for this part of the preserve. In contrast, the southern 90 acres is proposed as an active recreation complex with four ball diamonds, two soccer fields, picnic areas, and trails.

The Plan also includes a management chapter, discussing how to address invasive species and other potential threats to the habitat and ecology of the area.

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