The township issue should they apply to the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund with the assistance of the Leelanau Conservancy to acquire the land.

Property owned by Rachel Crary is valued at 5.8 million and being described as a spectacular piece of property.  It is the largest and most diverse privately owned coastal property remaining on Leelanau Counties mainland.  Lake Leelanau views to the east and Lake Michigan frontage with clay bluffs that boost a magnificent view of the Manitou island and the Manitou Passage.  Sunsets are magnificent as well.  The interior includes meadows, forest,valley wetlands, and even an eagle nest. The property would be preserved and used for passive recreational uses.

 

Courtesy of Leelanau and Benzie Real Estate.com