Newkirk Township

Newkirk Township

General Information Contact Information Demographics History Maps Recycling Services Residents Information Public Notices and Announcements Parks and Recreation FAQ Library Schools Area Links Township Information Township Meetings Board Member Information Financial Reports Lake County Departments Listing Township Services Planning Commission Assessor Information		Newkirk Township Newkirk Township is a sparsely populated area that includes the Little Manistee River to the south, and the Pine River to the north, forests, and the occasional farm. Half of the township is scattered in parts of the Pere Marquette State Forest, which contains numerous miles to mountain bike, hike, and canoe.... more... Survey Results History of Newkirk Township Lake County, Michigan This historical overview is compiled from excerpts taken from the booklets "The Village of Luther" and "Country Roads Lead Home". The first settlers were the Ottawa's, but many were later displaced by the Pottawatomie tribe. Wild game and fish of all species were abundant during that period, which made this area ideal for easy survival. Some of the Grand River Ottawa tribe have stayed and settled in the area and some families remain to this day. more...

Newkirk Township is a sparsely populated area that includes the Little Manistee River to the south, and the Pine River to the north, forests, and the occasional farm. Half of the township is scattered in parts of the Pere Marquette State Forest, which contains numerous miles to mountain bike, hike, and canoe....

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History of Newkirk Township

Lake County, Michigan

This historical overview is compiled from excerpts taken from the booklets "The Village of Luther" and "Country Roads Lead Home".

The first settlers were the Ottawa's, but many were later displaced by the Pottawatomie tribe. Wild game and fish of all species were abundant during that period, which made this area ideal for easy survival. Some of the Grand River Ottawa tribe have stayed and settled in the area and some families remain to this day.
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