Conservation groups in northwest Michigan realize that residential and commercial growth for the Grand Traverse Bay region must be balanced with a long-term preservation of the area’s natural, scenic and farm lands.
Traverse City, the Cherry Capital of the World, is the largest producer of tart cherries in the United States. This Top 10 Foodie City also has a thriving wine industry, award-winning restaurants and plenty to do. Tourism is one of the city's largest industries, and activities include seasonal recreation and festivals, and the popular Sleeping Bear Dunes draws in more than a million visitors annually.