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We Are Fishtown Preservation

What Is Fishtown

Fishtown is a collection of weathered fishing shanties, smokehouses, overhanging docks, fish tugs and charter boats along the Leland River in Leland, Michigan. The heart of a commercial fishing village, Fishtown is where we can still see and feel a connection to the long tradition of Great Lakes maritime culture.

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What We Do

Fishtown Preservation Society exists to assure public access to Fishtown and to maintain its historical integrity, working waterfront, artifacts and stories through preservation, education and stewardship.

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You Can Help

Few places are as real as Fishtown. Here we can preserve a living link to a long Great Lakes maritime heritage, as well as to our own families and memories. We want to ensure that Fishtown remains alive for future generations. Your participation will make all the difference for Fishtown.

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Work continues on Fishtown's Otherside vacation re Work continues on Fishtown's Otherside vacation rental... stay tuned for more updates and photos!
First day of Spring—True to form. ❤from Fishto First day of Spring—True to form. ❤from Fishtown
🍀Happy St. Patrick's Day🍀 ❤from Fishtown 🍀Happy St. Patrick's Day🍀 ❤from Fishtown Joy all dressed up for the 2021 Guinness & Carhartt commercial "Make Your Own Parade"
I think we’re on spring number 4... Pics from I think we’re on spring number 4... Pics from the neighborhood
The 15th Annual Fishtown 5K couldn't happen withou The 15th Annual Fishtown 5K couldn't happen without amazing sponsors! THANK YOU: @bahlefarmsgolf @schaubteampremierrealty @bellagowinery @shadylanemarket @leelanautea @thefindnorth #biggsconstrction #kenrcihmondarchitect #leelanauwinestorage 👀 We are still on the lookout for more amazing businesses to join this group in sponsoring this years Fishtown 5K!👀 Contact us if you're interested. Office 231-256-8878 or smeyer@fishtownmi.org
A light snow coming down in the neighborhood to st A light snow coming down in the neighborhood to start the week.
Captain Joel Petersen constructing a platform insi Captain Joel Petersen constructing a platform inside Janice Sue for the ballast stones. These ballast stones are placed in the keel of the boat to provide stability. The keel is the central structure of the hull and runs from the bow to the stern. Ballast helps to keep the boat upright and prevents it from capsizing in high winds or waves. #fishermanfriday #commercialfishing #fishtownforever #janicesueweloveyou
The sun working hard on all the snow. #countingthe The sun working hard on all the snow. #countingthedaystillsummer
Make the 15th Annual Friends of Fishtown 5K part o Make the 15th Annual Friends of Fishtown 5K part of your summer plans! Saturday July 15, 2023 in Fishtown –OR– if you "Can't Be Here" on race day you can still get all the cool swag when you register and we'll mail it right to your door😁 Register TODAY! Registration link in bio
We are ready for some sun☀ We are ready for some sun☀
You'll find Captain Joel Petersen in and around Fi You'll find Captain Joel Petersen in and around Fishtown during the off season checking on the girls and doing any maintenance they need, but he is always happy to stop and talk fishing. He lives and breathes it. #fishermanfriday #tuglove #fishtownforever
And the winner is... SANDY HEILMAN CONGRATULATION And the winner is... SANDY HEILMAN CONGRATULATION—Sandy is the first winner of our monthly drawing for the "Taste of Fishtown" gift card bundle for registering early for the 15th Annual Friends of Fishtown 5K! All early-bird registrants are entered in monthly drawings for a chance to win “A Taste of Fishtown” gift card bundles—each bundle includes a $25 gift card from @carlsonsfishery, a $10 gift card from @damcandystore, and punch card good for 10 of your favorite sammies from @villagecheeseshanty! The sooner you register, the more chances you have to win! A HUGE thank you to Carlson's, Dam Candy and Village Cheese for making this possible! Next drawings will be held April 3, May 1, and June 1. REGISTER TODAY! Link in bio
The light on a cloudy day. The light on a cloudy day.
Last few days to get in on the first drawing of th Last few days to get in on the first drawing of the "Taste of Fishtown" gift card bundle when you register for the Fishtown 5K! Bundles include a $25 gift card from @carlsonsfishery , a $10 gift card from Dam Candy, and punch card good for 10 of your favorite sammies from @villagecheeseshanty ! The earlier you register the more chances you have to win! The first drawing will be held next Wednesday—March 1, for everyone who registered in February. We’ll announce the winner right here, on social media. Subsequent drawings will be held at the beginning of April, May, and June. Register now for your chance(s)! Registration link in bio
We look forward to being a part of The Future Fish We look forward to being a part of The Future Fishers Initiative. Thanks to Craig Manning and the Leelanau Ticker for the local coverage. This program was also covered by National Fisherman, a national publication dedicated to the commercial fishing industry across the U.S. Links to both articles in the bio.
Winter has returned to the neighborhood.❄️ Winter has returned to the neighborhood.❄️
The amazing owners from Village Cheese Shanty, Dam The amazing owners from Village Cheese Shanty, Dam Candy, and Carlson’s Fishery have teamed up to offer you a chance to win a “Taste of Fishtown”! Everyone who registers for the Friends of Fishtown 5K now through the end of May will be entered into monthly drawings for a chance to win a goodie bag filled with a $25 gift card from Carlson's Fishery, a $10 gift card from Dam Candy, and a 10 sammie punch card from Village Cheese Shanty! The earlier you register the more chances you have to win! The first drawing will be Wednesday, March 1, for everyone who registered in February. We’ll announce the winner right here, on social media. Subsequent drawings will be held at the beginning of April, May, and June. Register now for your chance(s)! Registration link in bio
A bit of chop out there today🌬🌊🌬 A bit of chop out there today🌬🌊🌬
Just hanging out waitin to go fishin ❤from Fisht Just hanging out waitin to go fishin ❤from Fishtown
Join in the fun of the 15th Annual Fishtown 5K as Join in the fun of the 15th Annual Fishtown 5K as a sponsor! Fishtown 5K Sponsorships offer businesses, organizations, families, or friend groups a great promotional opportunity while also helping preserve Fishtown. Call our office at 231-256-8878 or see our Sponsorship Packet for details: Link in bio
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