The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has entered the app world with this week’s launch of the official MI Camping and Recreation Locator application. Now available at no cost at BlackBerry App World, Android Market and on the App Store, the app offers users an easy way to locate information about favorite Michigan state parks, forest campgrounds, boat launches and outdoor activities.
Developed by the DNR and the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB), this user-friendly app offers search opportunities for state parks, forest campgrounds and boat launches by region, city or proximity. Features include:
- Camping, lodging and boating information
- Maps showing the location of each state park, forest campground and boat launch
- Distance between you and each recreational opportunity
- Click-to-call phone numbers to easily contact the recreational facilities
- Boat launch information such as name and size of the lake, river or pond, details about the ramp and number of parking spaces
- State park and forest information such as size of the park, special rules, description of the park and activities you can find there
- Information about outdoor recreational opportunities, such as swimming, hiking and horseback riding
“With the MI Camping and Recreation Locator app, the people of Michigan and our many guests now have a great tool to conveniently sort through information about our 99 state parks and recreation areas, forest campgrounds and over 1,000 boat launches to easily determine the best place for them and their families to camp, hike, boat, ride horseback and truly experience Michigan’s great outdoors,” said Governor Snyder.
“The use of technology to improve customer service will help Michigan residents and visitors enhance their outdoor experience,” said DNR Director Rodney Stokes. “This is the first of many apps we hope to develop to help our customers enjoy Michigan’s great outdoors.”
According to Ron Olson, DNR Parks and Recreation Division chief, the app is another example of the DNR’s commitment to customer service, offering a convenient and fun way to locate the perfect recreational opportunity.
“Customer service is a department priority,” Olson said. “In fact, it’s highlighted as one the DNR’s top four priorities. This user-friendly app gives our visitors yet another facet to explore and enjoy Michigan’s natural treasures.”
David Behen, DTMB chief information officer, pointed out that Michigan citizens are accessing information differently than they have in the past. “Our great partnership with the Department of Natural Resources is what made this possible, and you can expect to see more mobile applications and these types of partnerships as we utilize technology to move the state forward.”
To learn more about the app, go to www.michigan.gov/campandreclocator.
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