Friends publish Picture-Perfect Sleeping Bear book
From staff reports
Through a delightful collection of photographs, the Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes’ new book Picture-Perfect Sleeping Bear: A History in Photos from National Lakeshore Visitors showcases the beauty of Sleeping Bear Dunes, which has enchanted people for centuries. Hundreds of pictures and personal stories submitted by visitors and residents of the area tell the story. It shows the area as it was when settlers came here to lumber and farm. And, it explores how Sleeping Bear Dunes has been preserved, protected, and enjoyed since the National Lakeshore was established 50 years ago.
“This is the book we have been waiting for, a book that captures the spirit and grandeur of the Sleeping Bear Dunes but also informs us about its fascinating past,” said Sue Boucher, who owns the Cottage Book Shop in Glen Arbor. “With informative vignettes about various areas in the park and surrounding areas accompanied by historic photos the past comes alive. Memories and photos shared by families who have a history in the area provide a window to the past and illuminate why the Sleeping Bear Dunes are so special to us all. This book is the perfect souvenir of the area.”
“This book perfectly captures the essence of the Sleeping Bear Dunes,” said Cherry Republic owner Bob Sutherland. “I thoroughly enjoyed my time reading this book. Leafing through the pages was like a date with a best friend.”
Visit FriendsofSleepingBear.org to pre-pay for your 128-page, 11 x 8.5, 4-color, hardcover book today. Books will shipped in early July. To save on shipping, place your order online and select “pick up at the book launch party.” Join the Friends book team and many of the photo and story submitters at the book launch party at Cherry Republic in Glen Arbor on July 11, from 2-4 pm. Refreshments will be provided by Cherry Republic.
The Friends of Sleeping Bear Dunes is a 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is protecting resources and heightening visitor experiences in partnership with Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Net proceeds from the book project will be used for park projects.
