DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY AND THE AIR FORCE CAMP GRAYLING JOINT MANEUVER TRAINING CENTER
DIRECTORATE OF PLANS TRAINING OPERATIONS AND SECURITY CAMP GRAYLING, MICHIGAN 49739-0001
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT Range Report & Firing Schedule
May 2-8, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
EFFECTIVE: May 2, 2022
CONTACT: Jenni Caverson, Community Relations Specialist
jennifer.a.caverson.civ@army.mil
LET FREEDOM RING
GRAYLING, MI - This week we are happy to have the 1/125 Infantry Battalion, 46th Military Police Command and 1460 Transportation Company, JFHQ here for training. A-10 aerial gunnery continues on Range 40 with some limited bombing.
ATTENTION LAKE MARGRETHE NEIGHBORS: Small arms ranges are scheduled on South Camp.
30 Complex Closures: Gates will be CLOSED due to live firing May 2-6th. Gates CLOSED consist of Stephan Bridge Road and Wakely Bridge Road between North Down River and County Road 612. Bucks East West will also be CLOSED from Tank Trail to Wakely Bridge Road.
40 Complex Closures: Gates will be CLOSED to civilian traffic during this entire week. Areas CLOSED are Southeast of Marlette Road and Southwest of Sand Lake Trail.
DON’T FORGET to sign up for our 5k RUN FOR THE ROSES or KENTUCKY DERBY GALA both happening at Camp Grayling on May 7th! You can register at www.ngam.org or through our Events Page on Facebook.
For further clarification about gate closures, always call Camp Grayling JMTC at 989.344.6100.
For the most up-to-date information on Camp Grayling, please search for Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn. Stay safe out there and “Be All You
DIRECTORATE OF PLANS TRAINING OPERATIONS AND SECURITY CAMP GRAYLING, MICHIGAN 49739-0001
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT Range Report & Firing Schedule
May 2-8, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
EFFECTIVE: May 2, 2022
CONTACT: Jenni Caverson, Community Relations Specialist
jennifer.a.caverson.civ@army.mil
LET FREEDOM RING
GRAYLING, MI - This week we are happy to have the 1/125 Infantry Battalion, 46th Military Police Command and 1460 Transportation Company, JFHQ here for training. A-10 aerial gunnery continues on Range 40 with some limited bombing.
ATTENTION LAKE MARGRETHE NEIGHBORS: Small arms ranges are scheduled on South Camp.
30 Complex Closures: Gates will be CLOSED due to live firing May 2-6th. Gates CLOSED consist of Stephan Bridge Road and Wakely Bridge Road between North Down River and County Road 612. Bucks East West will also be CLOSED from Tank Trail to Wakely Bridge Road.
40 Complex Closures: Gates will be CLOSED to civilian traffic during this entire week. Areas CLOSED are Southeast of Marlette Road and Southwest of Sand Lake Trail.
DON’T FORGET to sign up for our 5k RUN FOR THE ROSES or KENTUCKY DERBY GALA both happening at Camp Grayling on May 7th! You can register at www.ngam.org or through our Events Page on Facebook.
For further clarification about gate closures, always call Camp Grayling JMTC at 989.344.6100.
For the most up-to-date information on Camp Grayling, please search for Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn. Stay safe out there and “Be All You
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY AND THE AIR FORCE
CAMP GRAYLING JOINT MANUEVER TRAINING CENTER HEADQUARTERS BLDG. 4, HOWE ROAD
CAMP GRAYLING, MI 49739
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Range Report & Firing Schedule, April 25 - May 1, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
EFFECTIVE: April 25, 2022
CONTACT: Jenni Caverson, Community Relations Specialist jennifer.a.caverson.civ@army.mil
GRAYLING, MI. – Each week the "CAMP GRAYLING RANGE REPORT” is broadcast on our local Q100 FM radio station to keep the public informed and safe. Camp Grayling has four major range complex areas: South Camp (small arms ranges), Range 13 Complex (mortars & demolition range), Range 30 Complex (multi-purpose tank range), and Range 40 Complex (artillery and air-to-ground range).
Range activity this week consists of Michigan State Police, Kirtland Community College (KCC) Law Enforcement Academy, Army Futures Command, and Air Force A-10’s.
The Range 40 Complex is active with A-10’s performing aerial gunnery and light bombing Monday through Wednesday for day missions. Night missions occur Thursday, and Saturday evenings, April 28th and 30th. Range 40 exterior fence and gates remain closed at all times to civilian traffic.
All roads and trails east of the Range 30 Complex are open to civilian traffic. South Camp ranges are active from dawn until dusk. Expect to hear small arms firing. Further clarification about gate closures is available through Camp Grayling Range Control at 989-344-6156.
Military activity is quiet on Sunday allowing researchers from Purdue University to conduct herptile research. Herpetologists are specialized biologists or zoologists that provide care and conduct research on a wide variety of reptilian and amphibian species.
DON’T FORGET to sign up for our 5k RUN FOR THE ROSES or KENTUCKY DERBY GALA both happening at Camp Grayling on May 7th! You can register at www.ngam.org or through our Events Page on Facebook.
For the most up-to-date information on Camp Grayling, please search for Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn. Stay safe out there!
CAMP GRAYLING JOINT MANUEVER TRAINING CENTER HEADQUARTERS BLDG. 4, HOWE ROAD
CAMP GRAYLING, MI 49739
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Range Report & Firing Schedule, April 25 - May 1, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
EFFECTIVE: April 25, 2022
CONTACT: Jenni Caverson, Community Relations Specialist jennifer.a.caverson.civ@army.mil
GRAYLING, MI. – Each week the "CAMP GRAYLING RANGE REPORT” is broadcast on our local Q100 FM radio station to keep the public informed and safe. Camp Grayling has four major range complex areas: South Camp (small arms ranges), Range 13 Complex (mortars & demolition range), Range 30 Complex (multi-purpose tank range), and Range 40 Complex (artillery and air-to-ground range).
Range activity this week consists of Michigan State Police, Kirtland Community College (KCC) Law Enforcement Academy, Army Futures Command, and Air Force A-10’s.
The Range 40 Complex is active with A-10’s performing aerial gunnery and light bombing Monday through Wednesday for day missions. Night missions occur Thursday, and Saturday evenings, April 28th and 30th. Range 40 exterior fence and gates remain closed at all times to civilian traffic.
All roads and trails east of the Range 30 Complex are open to civilian traffic. South Camp ranges are active from dawn until dusk. Expect to hear small arms firing. Further clarification about gate closures is available through Camp Grayling Range Control at 989-344-6156.
Military activity is quiet on Sunday allowing researchers from Purdue University to conduct herptile research. Herpetologists are specialized biologists or zoologists that provide care and conduct research on a wide variety of reptilian and amphibian species.
DON’T FORGET to sign up for our 5k RUN FOR THE ROSES or KENTUCKY DERBY GALA both happening at Camp Grayling on May 7th! You can register at www.ngam.org or through our Events Page on Facebook.
For the most up-to-date information on Camp Grayling, please search for Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn. Stay safe out there!
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY AND THE AIR FORCE CAMP GRAYLING JOINT MANEUVER TRAINING CENTER
DIRECTORATE OF PLANS TRAINING OPERATIONS AND SECURITY CAMP GRAYLING, MICHIGAN 49739-0001
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT Range Report & Firing Schedule
April 18-24, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
EFFECTIVE: April 18, 2022
CONTACT: Jenni Caverson, Community Relations Specialist
jennifer.a.caverson.civ@army.mil
LET FREEDOM RING
-REVISED-
GRAYLING, MI - This week there will be increased troop and vehicle movement at North Camp the entire period. A-10 aerial gunnery continues on Range 40 with some limited bombing.
ATTENTION LAKE MARGRETHE NEIGHBORS: Small arms ranges are scheduled on South Camp each day.
CLOSURES: Gates will be closed April 18-22 and 40 Complex gates will be closed the entire period.
30 Complex Closures: THESE ROADS ARE NOW OPEN AND WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL EARLY MAY.
40 Complex Closures: Southeast of Marlette Road and Southwest of Sand Lake Trail.
DON’T FORGET to sign up for our 5k RUN FOR THE ROSES or KENTUCKY DERBY GALA both happening at Camp Grayling on May 7th! You can register at www.ngam.org or through our Events Page on Facebook.
For further clarification about gate closures, always call Camp Grayling JMTC at 989.344.6100.
For the most up-to-date information on Camp Grayling, please search for Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn. Stay safe out there and “Be All You
Can Be.”
DIRECTORATE OF PLANS TRAINING OPERATIONS AND SECURITY CAMP GRAYLING, MICHIGAN 49739-0001
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT Range Report & Firing Schedule
April 18-24, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
EFFECTIVE: April 18, 2022
CONTACT: Jenni Caverson, Community Relations Specialist
jennifer.a.caverson.civ@army.mil
LET FREEDOM RING
-REVISED-
GRAYLING, MI - This week there will be increased troop and vehicle movement at North Camp the entire period. A-10 aerial gunnery continues on Range 40 with some limited bombing.
ATTENTION LAKE MARGRETHE NEIGHBORS: Small arms ranges are scheduled on South Camp each day.
CLOSURES: Gates will be closed April 18-22 and 40 Complex gates will be closed the entire period.
30 Complex Closures: THESE ROADS ARE NOW OPEN AND WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL EARLY MAY.
40 Complex Closures: Southeast of Marlette Road and Southwest of Sand Lake Trail.
DON’T FORGET to sign up for our 5k RUN FOR THE ROSES or KENTUCKY DERBY GALA both happening at Camp Grayling on May 7th! You can register at www.ngam.org or through our Events Page on Facebook.
For further clarification about gate closures, always call Camp Grayling JMTC at 989.344.6100.
For the most up-to-date information on Camp Grayling, please search for Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn. Stay safe out there and “Be All You
Can Be.”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
EFFECTIVE: April 11, 2022
CONTACT: Jenni Caverson, Community Relations Specialist
jennifer.a.caverson.civ@army.mil
LET FREEDOM RING
GRAYLING, MI - This week as Ohio Army National Guard begins their transition to home station, range activity will decrease. Mortar and North & South Camp Small Arms Ranges will continue firing on April 11th. A-10 aerial gunnery continues on Range 40 with some limited bombing.
ROAD CLOSURES:
Gates around the 40 Complex will be CLOSED to civilian traffic during this entire period. Areas closed are Southeast of Marlette Road and Southwest of Sand Lake Trail! Gates around Range 30 will be CLOSED as well, which include Stephan Bridge Road and Wakely Bridge Road between North Down River and County Road 612. Bucks East West will be CLOSED from the Tank Trail to Bald Hill Road.
***BUSINESSES/RESTAURANTS We have over 1000 Soldiers up for training this week, so expect increased business April 11-14.***
For further clarification about gate closures, always call Camp Grayling JMTC at 989.344.6100.
For the most up-to-date information on Camp Grayling JMTC, please visit the Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center page on Facebook or Instagram at #campgraylingjmtc. We can also be
found on LinkedIn. Stay safe out there and “Be All You Can Be.”
EFFECTIVE: April 11, 2022
CONTACT: Jenni Caverson, Community Relations Specialist
jennifer.a.caverson.civ@army.mil
LET FREEDOM RING
GRAYLING, MI - This week as Ohio Army National Guard begins their transition to home station, range activity will decrease. Mortar and North & South Camp Small Arms Ranges will continue firing on April 11th. A-10 aerial gunnery continues on Range 40 with some limited bombing.
ROAD CLOSURES:
Gates around the 40 Complex will be CLOSED to civilian traffic during this entire period. Areas closed are Southeast of Marlette Road and Southwest of Sand Lake Trail! Gates around Range 30 will be CLOSED as well, which include Stephan Bridge Road and Wakely Bridge Road between North Down River and County Road 612. Bucks East West will be CLOSED from the Tank Trail to Bald Hill Road.
***BUSINESSES/RESTAURANTS We have over 1000 Soldiers up for training this week, so expect increased business April 11-14.***
For further clarification about gate closures, always call Camp Grayling JMTC at 989.344.6100.
For the most up-to-date information on Camp Grayling JMTC, please visit the Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center page on Facebook or Instagram at #campgraylingjmtc. We can also be
found on LinkedIn. Stay safe out there and “Be All You Can Be.”
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT Range Report & Firing Schedule
April 4-10, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
EFFECTIVE: April 4, 2022
CONTACT: Jenni Caverson, Community Relations Specialist
jennifer.a.caverson.civ@army.mil
LET FREEDOM RING
GRAYLING, MI - This week expect EXTENSIVE Day & Night range, artillery and mortar firing. A-10
aerial gunnery continues on Range 40 with some limited bombing.
ATTENTION LAKE MARGRETHE NEIGHBORS: In addition to small arms firing, South Camp will have demolition activity April 7-9.
Gates around the 40 Complex will be CLOSED to civilian traffic during this entire period! Gates around MPRC Range 30 (off of North Down River Road) will be CLOSED April 6-11.
We look forward to having the Ohio Army National Guard here this week for their IDT (Inactive Duty Training) along with several Michigan Army National Guard/Reserve and Marine Units.
***BUSINESSES/RESTAURANTS We have over 1000 Soldiers up for training this week, so expect increased business April 6-14.***
For further clarification about gate closures, always call Camp Grayling JMTC at 989.344.6100.
For the most up-to-date information on Camp Grayling JMTC, please visit the Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center page on Facebook or Instagram at #campgraylingjmtc. We can also be
found on LinkedIn. Stay safe out there and “Be All You Can Be.”
April 4-10, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
EFFECTIVE: April 4, 2022
CONTACT: Jenni Caverson, Community Relations Specialist
jennifer.a.caverson.civ@army.mil
LET FREEDOM RING
GRAYLING, MI - This week expect EXTENSIVE Day & Night range, artillery and mortar firing. A-10
aerial gunnery continues on Range 40 with some limited bombing.
ATTENTION LAKE MARGRETHE NEIGHBORS: In addition to small arms firing, South Camp will have demolition activity April 7-9.
Gates around the 40 Complex will be CLOSED to civilian traffic during this entire period! Gates around MPRC Range 30 (off of North Down River Road) will be CLOSED April 6-11.
We look forward to having the Ohio Army National Guard here this week for their IDT (Inactive Duty Training) along with several Michigan Army National Guard/Reserve and Marine Units.
***BUSINESSES/RESTAURANTS We have over 1000 Soldiers up for training this week, so expect increased business April 6-14.***
For further clarification about gate closures, always call Camp Grayling JMTC at 989.344.6100.
For the most up-to-date information on Camp Grayling JMTC, please visit the Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center page on Facebook or Instagram at #campgraylingjmtc. We can also be
found on LinkedIn. Stay safe out there and “Be All You Can Be.”
Updated state forest road maps available online April 1
Thrilling ORV rides, outdoor exploring, rewarding mushroom hunts and other outdoor adventures are waiting down one of Michigan’s thousands of miles of state forest roads. The DNR annually updates maps of these state forest roads and notifies the public of any changes. Updates are made to improve accuracy and protect the environment. New maps will be available online at Michigan.gov/ForestRoads April 1 in an interactive web format and as printable PDF maps.
Maps are updated each year based on considerations that include changing road conditions, data cleanup and input received from the public. Maps show where state forest roads are open or closed to off-road vehicle use and which roads are only open to conventional vehicles. It’s important to stay on these roads when using motor vehicles to reduce erosion and damage to wildlife habitat.
The following mileages will be open to ORVs starting April 1:
Thrilling ORV rides, outdoor exploring, rewarding mushroom hunts and other outdoor adventures are waiting down one of Michigan’s thousands of miles of state forest roads. The DNR annually updates maps of these state forest roads and notifies the public of any changes. Updates are made to improve accuracy and protect the environment. New maps will be available online at Michigan.gov/ForestRoads April 1 in an interactive web format and as printable PDF maps.
Maps are updated each year based on considerations that include changing road conditions, data cleanup and input received from the public. Maps show where state forest roads are open or closed to off-road vehicle use and which roads are only open to conventional vehicles. It’s important to stay on these roads when using motor vehicles to reduce erosion and damage to wildlife habitat.
The following mileages will be open to ORVs starting April 1:
- In the Upper Peninsula, about 5,498 miles – roughly 98% of the total 5,594 miles.
- In the northern Lower Peninsula, about 6,205 miles – roughly 85% of the total 7,317.2 miles.
- In the southern Lower Peninsula, more than 9 miles – roughly 2.5% of the total 370.9 miles.
New this year is a trial opening to ORV use of nearly 95 miles of forest roads located within the Camp Grayling training area in Crawford County. The roads, located on 16,000 acres of state forest lands leased from the DNR for military training, are north of County Road 612 near the city of Grayling. The forest roads will be open to the public when not in use for military training. When the area is used for training activities, roads will be gated off for public safety. Notice will be posted on the Camp Grayling Facebook page and shared on local radio stations.
Review ORV rules, regulations, closures and more at Michigan.gov/ORVInfo. Find updated maps and other information at Michigan.gov/ForestRoads.
Questions? Contact Jason Caron, 906-235-4361.
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT Range Report & Firing Schedule MARCH 21- 27, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
EFFECTIVE: March 21, 2022
CONTACT: Jenni Caverson, Community Relations Specialist
jennifer.a.caverson.civ@army.mil
LET FREEDOM RING
GRAYLING, MI - This week A-10 aerial gunnery continues on Range 40 with some limited bombing. March 27 begins the use of Ranges 41 & 45. Gates around the 40 Complex will be CLOSED periodically to civilian traffic.
Utilization of the 30 Complex begins on March 21; Stephan Bridge Road & Wakely Bridge Road will be CLOSED between North Down River Road & County Road 612. DO NOT CROSS any closed gates or barricades placed on North Down River Road, County Road 612, Bucks East West Truck Trail, Ketchum Truck Trail and Bald Hill Truck Trail.
South Camp will have small arms ranges beginning on March 27.
For further clarification about gate closures, always call Camp Grayling JMTC at 989.344.6100.
DON’T FORGET to sign up for our Kentucky Derby Gala or Run for the Roses 5k both happening May 7th. www.ngam.org or https://www.facebook.com/events/
For the most up-to-date information on Camp Grayling JMTC, please visit our Facebook page at “Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center” or Instagram at #campgraylingjmtc. Stay safe out there and
“Be All You Can Be.”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
EFFECTIVE: March 21, 2022
CONTACT: Jenni Caverson, Community Relations Specialist
jennifer.a.caverson.civ@army.mil
LET FREEDOM RING
GRAYLING, MI - This week A-10 aerial gunnery continues on Range 40 with some limited bombing. March 27 begins the use of Ranges 41 & 45. Gates around the 40 Complex will be CLOSED periodically to civilian traffic.
Utilization of the 30 Complex begins on March 21; Stephan Bridge Road & Wakely Bridge Road will be CLOSED between North Down River Road & County Road 612. DO NOT CROSS any closed gates or barricades placed on North Down River Road, County Road 612, Bucks East West Truck Trail, Ketchum Truck Trail and Bald Hill Truck Trail.
South Camp will have small arms ranges beginning on March 27.
For further clarification about gate closures, always call Camp Grayling JMTC at 989.344.6100.
DON’T FORGET to sign up for our Kentucky Derby Gala or Run for the Roses 5k both happening May 7th. www.ngam.org or https://www.facebook.com/events/
For the most up-to-date information on Camp Grayling JMTC, please visit our Facebook page at “Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center” or Instagram at #campgraylingjmtc. Stay safe out there and
“Be All You Can Be.”
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT Range Report & Firing Schedule MARCH 28- April 3, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
EFFECTIVE: March 28, 2022
CONTACT: Jenni Caverson, Community Relations Specialist
jennifer.a.caverson.civ@army.mil
LET FREEDOM RING
GRAYLING, MI - This week A-10 aerial gunnery continues on Range 40 with some limited bombing. March 28 continues the use of Ranges 41 & 45. Door Gunnery, with firing into the 40 Complex, will be conducted March 31 – April 02. Gates around the 40 Complex will be CLOSED periodically to civilian traffic.
South Camp will have extensive small arms range firing beginning March 27.
We are looking forward to having the Ohio National Guard here next week for their Annual Training.
***BUSINESSES/RESTAURANTS We have over 1000 Soldiers up for Annual Training next week, so expect increased business April 6-14.***
For further clarification about gate closures, always call Camp Grayling JMTC at 989.344.6100.
For the most up-to-date information on Camp Grayling JMTC, please visit our Facebook page at “CampGrayling Joint Maneuver Training Center” or Instagram at #campgraylingjmtc. Stay safe out there and
“Be All You Can Be.”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
EFFECTIVE: March 28, 2022
CONTACT: Jenni Caverson, Community Relations Specialist
jennifer.a.caverson.civ@army.mil
LET FREEDOM RING
GRAYLING, MI - This week A-10 aerial gunnery continues on Range 40 with some limited bombing. March 28 continues the use of Ranges 41 & 45. Door Gunnery, with firing into the 40 Complex, will be conducted March 31 – April 02. Gates around the 40 Complex will be CLOSED periodically to civilian traffic.
South Camp will have extensive small arms range firing beginning March 27.
We are looking forward to having the Ohio National Guard here next week for their Annual Training.
***BUSINESSES/RESTAURANTS We have over 1000 Soldiers up for Annual Training next week, so expect increased business April 6-14.***
For further clarification about gate closures, always call Camp Grayling JMTC at 989.344.6100.
For the most up-to-date information on Camp Grayling JMTC, please visit our Facebook page at “CampGrayling Joint Maneuver Training Center” or Instagram at #campgraylingjmtc. Stay safe out there and
“Be All You Can Be.”
Dear Community Member,
This is our first newsletter designed to provide updates on activities related to the PFAS contamination around Grayling. Written by citizens on your local Restoration Advisory Board, it is our intent to provide brief updates every 3-4 months. Being the first newsletter, we felt it necessary to provide some history, making this issue a little longer than desired. If you no longer wish to receive these newsletters, please email samantha@huronpines.org and ask to be removed from the contact list.
PFAS contamination has been found at three different sites on Camp Grayling lands in Crawford County. Each of these three sites is being treated as a separate project: Grayling Army Airfield, Lake Margrethe, and MATES at Range 30. The following organizations are working cooperatively to address
November 19th, 2021
the PFAS contamination in these areas:
- The Michigan Army National Guard (MIARNG)
- Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA)
- The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)
- The Michigan DNR (MDNR)
- The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)
- The District Health Department No. 10 (DHD #10).
From 2016-2019, the MIARNG discovered PFAS contamination in the groundwater at three different
sites. To determine how extensive the PFAS contamination is in the groundwater, EGLE tested residential wells in each of the areas. EGLE also drilled additional test wells in an effort to map where the groundwater flows to track movement of the PFAS contamination. MDHHS and DHD #10 provided certified kitchen sink filters to those found to have any PFAS in their water in order to address public health concerns during the investigation.
In 2020-2021, despite dealing with obstacles posed by COVID-19, the following activities were completed:
MDHHS re-tested residential wells in all three project areas during 2020 and 2021. 2021 sampling results will be available soon. They plan to re-sample in 2022. The re-testing allows them to track if conditions change and make sure recommendations made are still correct.
- DHD #10 continues to supply replacement cartridges for kitchen sink filters upon request.
- The MIARNG pursued funding to assist residences and businesses having PFAS contamination
over the EPA thresholds. Addresses with PFAS contamination over EPA thresholds in the Grayling Army Airfield project area were either hooked up to city water or had whole house water filters installed. - MIARNG, in cooperation with DMVA and EGLE, completed mapping of the groundwater flow for the Grayling Army Airfield area and is currently working on sampling and mapping groundwater for the Lake Margrethe area in an effort to find the source(s) of contamination.
- EGLE provided oversight of testing results and sampled the Au Sable River, Portage Creek, and Lake Margrethe to determine the scope of PFAS contamination on recreational waterways. In Lake Margrethe, samples indicate PFAS discharging from known sources under investigation by MIARNG. There are no significant impacts to sediment or water in Portage Creek or the Au Sable River.
- This fall, the MIARNG mailed letters to residents in the Grayling Army Airfield project area, requesting permission to enter their property to do additional residential water testing. Military funding sources being used requires the military do their own water testing. Hence you will find both MDHHS and MIARNG taking residential water samples. Residents will need to give the military permission to take additional water samples to qualify for future resolutions funded through the MIARNG. The RAB encourages residents to read the military correspondence and if they have questions, contact Bonnie Packer at 301-518-0860 or via email at bonnie.m.packer.ctr @army.mil
Your Community Restoration Advisory Board
The information stated in this newsletter are Camp Grayling Restoration Advisory Board RAB's own and not that of the Michigan Army National Guard, (MIARNG), Michigan Environmental, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) or Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS).