Everyone has seen at least one of the many Pure Michigan billboards or Television ads. In 2011, the Pure Michigan campaign brought an estimated 1.2 million out of state travelers to Michigan who spent an estimated $465.5 million. Generating a $3.11 return on investment to the state. With great results from the Pure Michigan campaign the Governor wants to put more focus on the campaign to draw in more out of state travelers. This year Pure Michigan is partnering with Coca-Cola to be even more successful.

To Read the full article click on the below link:

http://www.mibiz.com/news/economic-development/19529-pure-michigan-roi-highest-in-campaigns-history.html

The Newaygo County Board of Commissioners recently approved an ordinance to allow ORV usage on county roads. The ordinance does not apply within the cities of Newaygo, Fremont, Grant, White Cloud, or the Village of Hesperia. Also, the ordinance does not apply to any state or federal highway or trunk-line (M-37, M-82, M-20, M-120).

The ordinance requires ORVs to be operated with the flow of traffic in a way that doesn’t interfere with other vehicles. They must be ridden single file, except when overtaking/passing another ORV. They cannot be operated faster than 25 mph or any other lower posted ORV speed. A crash helmet and approved protective eye wear must be worn unless the ORV is equipped with a roof and the operator and passenger wear properly adjusted and fastened seat belts. Lastly, they must display a lit headlight and tailight at all times.

Riders under 18 must have a valid driver’s license or be over the age of 12, be carrying an ORV certificate, and be under direct visual supervision of an adult.

The ordinance takes effect April 19, 2012. For more info, or to view a copy of the ordinance, visit www.countyofnewaygo.com and select “ORV Ordinance” in the “Spotlight” section.

The Newaygo County CVB is asking for your input on a survey to determine the assets and opportunities for marketing Newaygo County as a tourist destination.  Please take a moment to complete the following survey.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/NewaygoCountySurvey

Six years after having to close down it’s operations in 2006, the Newaygo County Museum is planning to open it’s doors again midway through 2012. In a new location (12 Quarterline) that is situated  right downtown, they are currently open this Winter by Appointment.

There are some various volunteer opportunities with this re-opening that include:

-Artifacts Committee (Care & Maintenance of artifacts; designing displays)
-Fundraising/Public Relations Committee (Organize fundraisers, Promoting the Museum)
-Education Committee (Assemble & Promote Educational Artifact Boxes; School Tours)
-Museum Docents (Welcome patrons to the Museum during open hours)
-Technical/Record Keeping (Keep records of artifacts using Past Perfect program)

Their ultimate goal is to ‘generate interest and support from the community in order to operate a museum that will present and preserve our history for our children.’

More details and contact information will be released closer to the grand re-opening. You may also visit www.ncshg.org/museum.htm

The CVB Fall Photo Contest winners have been announced!  

Fall Scenery: Kim DeLong (71 likes)!
Fall Activities: Katy Marshlafiff (25 likes)!

Congratulations!

Please look at all the great photos on our Facebook page.  Our Winter contest is starting today so start taking pictures!

Entry rules: The photos must be taken in/of Newaygo County. By submitting these photos, you are giving the CVB the right to use them on our Newaygo County Tourism website, which is linked to our facebook. You will receive photo credit.

Newyago CVB Website: www.newaygocountytourism.com

How to Enter: Email your photo with your name, phone number, and which category you are submitting your photo to. Once your photo is approved, it will be posted to the Newaygo County CVB facebook page.

How to Vote: To vote, you must “like” the Newaygo County CVB facebook page. Go to our photo album listed “Newaygo County CVB’s Photo Contest”, click on the photo album you would like to vote on, and then click the picture you feel gets your vote. You may vote once in each category.

How to Win: Winning is easy! Get the most likes on your photo on facebook when the contest closes, and we will contact you as soon as possible for you to collect your prize.

Prize: The prize for winning this contest is $100 dollars per category.

Last day to enter: March 31st, 2012

Last day to vote: April 7th, 2012

Good Luck from all of us at The Newaygo County Convention and Visitors Bureau!