77th CLMCD Annual Meeting

Time: Apr 2nd, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Location: Les Cheneaux Distillers, 172 S Meridian St, Cedarville, MI 49719, USA

You’re invited! RSVP by March 26, 2026. Join us for the 77th Annual Meeting of the Chippewa Luce Mackinac Conservation District at the Les Cheneaux Distillers on Thursday, April 2nd, 2026. The evening will feature a buffet style dinner and a cash bar featuring $1 off drinks. Kyle Bagnall, Park Naturalist at Mackinac State Historic Parks as the keynote speaker, presentation of annual awards, silent auction, and board of director elections.

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Keynote Speaker Details

From the Sault to Les Cheneaux

Kyle Bagnall, Park Naturalist

Mackinac State Historic Parks

Take a trip through the North Woods and back in time with Kyle Bagnall, naturalist for Mackinac State Historic Parks. Together, we’ll explore stories of natural beauty, harrowing journeys, and surprising adventures from the late 1600s through the early 20^th century. Join us as we celebrate Upper Peninsula wonders the Chippewa Luce Mackinac Conservation District strives to preserve for future generations.

About Kyle Bagnall

Park Naturalist

Mackinac State Historic Parks

An 8^th generation Michigander, Kyle Bagnall grew up exploring the North Woods in every season. Encouraged by his father, he started his birding Life List at the age of 10. He earned his Eagle Scout Award in 1986, completing a project for Michigan Nature Association’s Trillium Trail Sanctuary. Kyle graduated Summa Cum Laude with a BA in Public History from Western Michigan University in 1993. From 1995-2017, he led environmental history programs and guided field trips for Chippewa Nature Center. Kyle joined the staff of Dow Gardens in 2017, as manager of Whiting Forest, home of the nation’s longest canopy walk. For the past five years, he’s served as naturalist for Mackinac State Historic Parks. At MSHP, he develops programs, publications, and exhibits showcasing natural history of the Straits of Mackinac. His book, Wonders of Mackinac: A Natural History of Mackinac Island, was published in 2024.

Director Candidates & Voting Information

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Election will be held at the Annual Meeting on April 2nd, 2026 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm.

All legal aged residents with photo ID that proves residentcy are elegble to vote in the election.

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Absentee Voting Available!

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Absentee ballots are available starting February 16^th, 2026 and must be received in person by 12:00pm on April 2^nd, 2026.

Absentee ballots through mail must be received by CLMCD before April 2^nd, 2026 to be counted.

‍Postmarked ballots of April 2^nd, 2026 will not be counted!

How to receive an absentee ballot:

1. Provide photo ID proving residency in Chippewa. Luce, or Mackinac county and legal age to vote. Absentee ballots must be picked up in person at the CLMCD office.

2. Completely fill out a voter registration card and provide to CLMCD

Voter will be provided a, absentee ballot if the above requirements are met. The voter can then cast their vote and place their absentee ballot in the provided sealed envelope and mail to:

CLMCD 2026 ELECTION

2847 Ashmun St.

Sault Ste Marie, MI 49783

Personally, drop-off absentee ballot, in provided sealed envelope to:

CLMCD Office

Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm

2847 Ashmun St.

Sault Ste Marie, MI 49783

Absentee ballot may also be completed at time of voter registration.

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Tom Allan

Sault Ste. Marie

Seeking Re-election to a 4 year term

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Tom has served on the Board of Directors for 18 years. He has been a vital voice for our areas argriculture and natural resources. Currently, Tom serves as the Treasurer of the Board and over sees the finances of the District. Tom says this is his last term as a District Director so we will be seeking to fill his seat in the future.

Tom Pink

Sault Ste. Marie

Seeking to fill empty seat for a 1 year term

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Tom is a long-time outdoorsmen and conservationist. He is a outdoors freelance writer on the side. Tom has stepped up to serve the community by serveing a Board Director. In his former career he worked with public relations, but ultimately retired from the International Bridge Athority.

Louis Radecki

Sault Ste. Marie

Seeking to fill empty seat for a 2 year term

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Louis is a familar face to CLMCD as he served as our forester for almost 2 years. Louis is born and raised in St Ignace and now resides in Sault Ste Marie with his wife. Louis is now working as forester for the Michigan DNR.

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77th CLMCD Annual Meeting

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A small donation to cover costs is greatly appreciated with your RSVP or at the Door

From the Sault to Les Cheneaux

About Kyle Bagnall

Election will be held at the Annual Meeting on April 2nd, 2026 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm.

All legal aged residents with photo ID that proves residentcy are elegble to vote in the election.

Absentee Voting Available!

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