We have all heard the argument that we should not eat Canada Geese. But the arguments against eating Canada Goose have been vilified by the public, even officials have suggested culling flocks and giving the meat to homeless shelters. And even though it is absurd to eat a goose, people are horrified by the idea. This article will explore the case for and against eating Canada Geese.
Taking the meat from the geese and using it to feed the hungry would temper the opposition
It is unlikely that a donation of Canada Goose meat would make up for the geese’s deaths. But it is possible to temper the opposition by using the meat to feed the hungry. The meat tastes like a dark cut of smoked chicken. The meat of Canada Geese is harvested elsewhere in the country and donated to food banks. The state of Oregon and Pennsylvania food banks each received more than 900 pounds of goose meat this year.
A popular movement of the 1970s to separate the two parts of Michigan has deep roots in Michigans Upper Peninsula. In October, the Beaumier Upper Peninsula Heritage Center, located at Northern Michigan University, opened an exhibition called “The 51st State” about the differences between the two peninsulas, as well as the cultural realities of statehood in the 21st century. Here are some of the most compelling reasons to separate Michigans Upper Peninsula from the rest of the state.
Geography
Geographically, the Lower and Upper peninsulas are two separate peninsulas, each occupied by one-third of the state. The surface is mostly flat, but there are some areas with steeper slopes, such as Briar Hill. The Lower Peninsula shares maritime boundaries with Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota, while its western border is completely water. The inland waterways of the Lower Peninsula drain into the Saint Lawrence River. A portion of the Lower Peninsula is also covered by the Great Lakes, and the Upper Peninsula is part of the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence watershed.
In terms of climate and landform, the Lower Peninsula is generally drier than the Upper. The climate is mild throughout the year. It is also more humid than the Lower Peninsula, which is a major benefit for tourism. Despite its climate, the Upper Peninsula is characterized by swamps, lowlands, and wetlands. Although the Upper Peninsula is relatively flat, there are some shady areas. In the north, snow is often twice as high as in the Lower Peninsula.
The upper Peninsula is located between 41 deg. and 49 deg. north latitude and 82deg. west longitude. It is bordered by Canada by the St. Clair River and the Detroit River. The Lower Peninsula of Michigan is separated by Lake Huron. The Michigan-Ontario transborder agglomeration is one of the largest international communities in North America, combining Detroit, Michigan and Windsor, Ontario. It also shares a border with Canada, forming a vital international link between the United States and Canada.
The Upper Peninsula is bordered by Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Ontario on three sides, with a large portion of the peninsula bordering Minnesota. On the eastern end of the region, the Door Peninsula of Wisconsin extends into Lake Michigan. The Gray wolf has adapted in remote northeastern Minnesota, and has naturally expanded its territory. However, the emerald ash borer has been discovered in Brimley State Park and is considered a major ecological threat to the state’s economy.
Native American tribes
Native Americans lived in Michigan for thousands of years. The state was home to many Native American tribes. The Sault Tribe is one of them, comprising more than 20 bands. Another is the Garden River First Nation, or Ketegaunseebee, an Ojibwa tribe. They were able to migrate naturally to the Upper Peninsula. They still maintain some of their original culture and language, and have maintained contact with their former homelands.
The Ojibwe, Dakota, and Potawatomi lived in the Upper Peninsula. Their early culture was based around subsistence hunting and gathering. The abundance of game and water allowed them to expand their subsistence agriculture, and lakes and tributaries provided a means of transportation by canoe. They traded with other groups and developed improved fishing methods and ceramics. In addition, the first European settlers in the region continued to practice seasonal fishing.
Despite the presence of numerous historic sites and cultural artifacts, there is little information on these peoples. While the Michigan name comes from the Chippewa language, it is unknown if the word Michigan was actually used by these people. Regardless, the Indians in the state were often present on the land, and many of them migrated there in search of animals, good soil, and trade.
A map of reservations can be found by searching the National Atlas of the United States. The list includes reservations of the various Native American tribes that live in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Reservations in bold are federally recognized. Others are not. For example, the Metis, a tribe from the western Canadian Plains, have their origins in Michigan and Quebec. They have been living in Michigan for centuries.
Geographical differences
The lower and upper peninsulas of Michigan are both mountainous and feature different landscapes. While the upper peninsula is generally flat, the lower is hilly and has more swampland areas. Both have different climates, with the southern and eastern regions experiencing high summer and cold winter temperatures. While northern Michigan is mainly coastal, the eastern part of the state has some swampy areas. The geographical differences between these two regions are interesting to note.
Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is separated from the rest of the state by a bridge, while the lower peninsula shares a border with Wisconsin. The Upper Peninsula was attached to Wisconsin as a result of a border dispute with Ohio, known as the Toledo War. The two sides battled over a strip of land 468 square miles in size. Although Michigan now shares the border with Wisconsin, the state had not been united until 1837.
The study also found significant racial disparities within the state. Whites had a higher survival rate than blacks in nine of the study regions, and blacks had higher survival rates in two of those regions. The disparities were most pronounced in Detroit, Ingham County, and the southwestern portion of the state. Nonetheless, fewer geographic units experienced significant disparities than larger ones. In addition, there were fewer significant disparities in the study period.
The Upper Peninsula is densely forested and relatively mountainous. It contains the Porcupine Mountains, the oldest mountain range in North America, and is the watershed between Lake Michigan and Lake Superior. Mount Arvon, Michigan’s highest point, is 1,979 feet above sea level and located northwest of Marquette. The Upper Peninsula is relatively unpopulated with less than 330,000 people. The region has unique characteristics, which make it a unique place to visit.
Politics
The Upper Peninsula tends to be a Republican stronghold, but the political scene can quickly shift. Recently, Mayor Connie Litzner, of St. Ignace, organized a Trump-sponsored parade through town. She said her constituents are Republicans because they enjoy hunting and living alone. But Marquette frequently bucks the trend and votes for Democratic candidates. Leelanau County is south of the Mackinac Bridge and borders Lake Michigan. Leelanau County also forms part of Traverse City.
The election in Michigan and the Upper Peninsula was a turning point for the presidential race. The Trump campaign sent Donald Trump Jr. to the Upper Peninsula and the region was overwhelmingly in favor of the President. The Biden campaign took a virtual approach to Upper Michigan, instead of a physical visit. In Michigan, there are many counties where voters are divided. But if you want to know which counties might decide the election, it’s important to understand the history of the region.
Break-away proposal
There are many reasons for a break-away proposal for Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The Mackinac Bridge, which opened the state’s northern border to the rest of the country, helped the area grow in tourism. Since then, the Upper Peninsula has been receiving a significant amount of state funding based on its tax revenue. But if the proposal were to pass, the Upper Peninsula would have fewer residents than Wyoming.
