Roads, docks, and trails keep Michigan’s outdoor economy moving

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At dusk, an RV parked near a Michigan lakeshore can tell the story of a family’s day: sand on the steps, life jackets hung, drying from the last boat ride, and bikes leaning against a tree.

The memories seem effortless, but they are not. Behind that day lies a network of public roads, trails, water systems, docks, campgrounds, and visitor facilities that must operate safely and reliably.

Before that…