Our mission is to promote, construct, and maintain the scenic Blue Star Trail to connect people and communities from Saugatuck to South Haven while improving their safety, wellness, economic health, and environment.
WHAT'S NEW?
January 10, 2019
Fleis & Vandenbrink (“F&V”), the engineering firm used by Saugatuck City and retained by the Friends, developed numerous options that were reviewed with Council during two workshop sessions in November and December, and most recently at the 12/26 Council meeting. There are currently two route options on the table, both from Main Street in Douglas to Maple Street in Saugatuck Township, linking the existing Trail sections north and south. (click here for more What's New)
UPCOMING EVENTS!
Click on logo to learn more about our Annual Bike Tour occurring on September 14, 2019
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WHO ARE WE?An all-volunteer charitable organization partnering with local communities to promote and fund the scenic Blue Star Trail - a 20 mile paved, non-motorized recreational trail between Saugatuck and South Haven.
WHAT DO WE DO?Friends of the Blue Star Trail acts as a catalyst in partnership with local communities to promote and fund the trail.
HOW IS IT FUNDED?We raise money through direct donations and our two main fund-raising events – “Toast to the Blue Star Trail” and “Lakeshore Harvest Ride”. These activities fund engineering and provide local match funds required to obtain state/federal matching grants needed to construct the trail.
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Donations help us accomplish our goals!
WHY BUILD A TRAIL...?
SAFETYSeparate pedestrians, runners, bikers, and skiers from roadways
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WELLNESSEncourage physical outdoor activity and recreation
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ECONOMIC HEALTHIncrease visitor and resident traffic to businesses and attractions along the route.
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CONNECTIVITYConnecting people and communities from Saugatuck to South Haven and beyond
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ENVIRONMENTImproved air quality due to zero emission transportation and recreation
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