12/10/12 - The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has announced that a new parcel of land is open for public access in Livingston County, near Stockbridge. Called The Vigo Tract, the parcel contains quality habitat and hunting opportunities for deer, turkey, waterfowl and small game. Additional recreational opportunities there include trapping, hiking, camping and bird watching. The Unadilla State Wildlife Area, part of the Gregory State Game Area, borders the Vigo Tract to the south; this acquisition now allows for Doyle Road access to the state game area. The land is comprised of 2,850 feet of water frontage on Sharp and McConachie lakes and includes 123 acres of mixed agriculture in the northern and portions of the southwestern part of the property, with 77 acres of wooded wetlands and lake frontage on the remaining portions. Kristin Bissell, a DNR wildlife biologist said the acquisition will expand recreational opportunities for local residents and supports efforts to enhance ecosystem management in the area. While there are no fees associated with public use of the land, all state-issued hunting, trapping and fishing licenses will apply. (JK)
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