CCC Camp and Nursery (former) – North Higgins Lake MI

Statue to CCC boys in front of CCC museum - North Higgins Lake MI

North Higgins Lake State Park near Roscommon MI is built on what was once the world’s largest seedling nursery, established by the Michigan State Forester in 1903.   December 5, 1933, the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) established a camp at… read more

Ralph A. MacMullan Conference Center – North Higgins Lake MI

Ralph A. MacMullan Conference Center - North Higgins Lake MI

The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) was very active in northern Michigan, planting trees, fighting fires and building recreation facilities in state parks.  There was a CCC camp at Higgins Lake.   The CCC built the Ralph A. MacMullan Conference Center… read more