Bay Harbor Lake Study ompleted 
(WebWire) 6/15/2007 4:39:49 PM
 
 
A recently completed study shows no evidence of cement  http://www.webwire.com/ViewPressRel.asp?aId=39538 kiln dust contamination or CKD leachate in Bay Harbor Lake, an inland lake within the Bay Harbor Resort near Petoskey, Mich.
 
Field work for the study was conducted in May, June and October 2006. The project included 15 hours of underwater dive surveys by a New Jersey-based EPA dive team and more than 500 water quality measurements collected over two miles of shoreline. Several storm drains were also sampled. All shoreline pH samples collected ranged from 7.4 to 8.3 standard units. All dive samples collected ranged from 6.9 to 8.7. Michigan requires surface water to be between 6.5 and 9.0 for human contact and aquatic  http://www.webwire.com/ViewPressRel.asp?aId=39538  ecosystem protection.
 
The study was a joint partnership effort among EPA Region 5, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Michigan Department of Community Health, Michigan Department of  http://www.webwire.com/ViewPressRel.asp?aId=39538 Environmental Quality, Northwest Michigan Community Health Agency, Little Traverse Bay Band of Odawa Indians, Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council, CMS Energy and Bay Harbor Co.
 
The resort lies on a redeveloped area that previously contained a cement factory. Interim measures and study by CMS Energy were launched in 2005 to control the release of CKD-contaminated leachate from the resort property into Little Traverse Bay. Short-term work is being overseen by EPA. Long-term containment and remediation steps are overseen by MDEQ.
 
Links to the completed Bay Harbor Lake study and other information may be found at http://www.epa.gov/region5/sites/littletraverse/. Bay Harbor environmental information Web sites are also managed by many of the lake study partners.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                        CONTACT:  Jaime Rae Turnbull

                                                                                                    248.364.2466

Biras Creek Resort Undergoes Million Dollar Renovation

Resort is restored to its natural beauty

VIRGIN GORDA, BVI – (November  16 2006) Upon Victor International’s recent acquisition of Biras Creek Resort located in Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands, owners Pam and David V. Johnson have invested more than $1 million to restore the Caribbean gem to it luxurious stature. Continuing to complement its surrounding nature and ideology, the refurbishment features new Donghia furniture in the Arawak Room as well as Janus et Cie outdoor furniture on the Arawak deck, dining room/bar deck and suite decks, upgraded water sports equipment, marina enhancements, and much more, offering guests the best vacation experience.  “We are passionate about restoring Biras Creek to one of the Caribbean’s premier luxury, eco-friendly resorts, while staying true to its beautiful Caribbean Nature and great history” says David V. Johnson. Biras Creek Resort will be unveiling its new look on December 7, 2006. 

Other upgraded amenities include Caloi bicycles for touring the property and new Boston Whalers for island hoping in the North Sound, as well as kayaks and beach equipment.

Computer services are also being updated.  A new fitness center is being created featuring Nautilus elliptical and treadmill machines.

“The renovated Biras Creek suites will feature a more simple, sophisticated, comfortable and elegant décor capitalizing on the outside beauty”, stated Pam Johnson. Resort accommodations will be converted into non-smoking rooms featuring 300 thread count cotton linens, Sealy Plush pillow-top mattresses, over-sized cotton towels, feathered down pillows, tropical waffle-weave robes, and iPods sound systems. The Grand and Premier suites will feature Sony LCD TV’s, DVD players and Bose iPod Sound Decks.

There is also a new private dining room, providing intimate and exclusive dining experiences.  This new room will also accommodate private meetings and boutique conferences.  The Biras Creek restaurant heralded with some of the finest dining in all of the Caribbean is committed to continuing to provide world-class dining experiences for our guests.

The Biras Creek Team, supported by Victor International, is addressing every area of the resort to restore it to its previous grandeur and beyond, making each stay an enjoyable and memorable experience. 

The US-based Victor International Corporation is an award-winning real estate, resort development and management company which has a tradition for creating ‘unique living environments in ecological harmony with the land’.  Victor International’s accomplishments include the prestigious Bay Harbor Resort & Marina, Hotel and Conference Center, located in Bay Harbor, Michigan and Turtle Lake, located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan.

For more information on Biras Creek Resort and Victor International Corporation visit www.biras.com; www.victorintl.com; www.bayharbor.com; and www.turtlelake.com.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  

Contact:
Elizabeth Mrozinski
Marketing Manager
231.439.2039
emrozinski@bayharbor.com

Buck Brannaman Horse Clinic Instills Confidence in Riders

Bay Harbor, MI- September 22-25, the “horse whisperer”, Buck Brannaman, returned to Bay Harbor to host a clinic and share his unparalleled knowledge of horsemanship and cow roping with a group of 27 eager participants. 

During the weekend long event, the riders honed their abilities through lessons relating to foundations in horsemanship. The main objectives of the course were to teach participants riding groundwork and how to build solid relationships with their horses. Brannaman emphasized the importance of the riders’ awareness of their horse and built confidence in the horse and rider duos during the program.

19 participants took part in cow working and ranch roping during the second segment of the clinic, improving their cattle handling skills and ability to cut a cow out of a herd.

The ranch roping participants also worked on a new skill, the figure 8, a special way to throw a rope to capture cattle.  To test their newly acquired know-how, the Bay Harbor Equestrian Club held their first figure 8 contest the last day of the Buck Brannaman Clinic.  Six ropers participated and Bay Harbor Equestrian Club’s Manager Alicia Byberg-Landman won the contest catching the cow four times. Larry Bourke took second place catching the cow three times. 

Overall the event was a tremendous success and was enjoyed by all involved.  The Bay Harbor Equestrian Club is open to the public year round.  For further information about events or lessons taking place at the club, please call 231-439-7100.

Bay Harbor is an award-winning resort community situated on 1,200 picturesque acres of Lake Michigan shoreline and exceeds previous standards for planning, quality, and luxurious world-class amenities.  Bay Harbor is proud to be a recipient of the ULI Award for Excellence.  For more information on Bay Harbor or the Bay Harbor Harvest Festival, call 231- 439-2000, or visit bayharbor.com.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   

CONTACT: Elizabeth Mrozinski
                231-439-2039
               emrozinski@bayharbor.com

Bay Harbor Lake Named “Top Ten Ports”
In North America by Motorboating Magazine

Bay Harbor, Mich., February 23, 2006 – Victor International, the parent company of Bay Harbor Company, is pleased to announce Bay Harbor Lake was recently named one of the “Top Ten Ports” in North America by Motorboating Magazine in their March 2006 issue.  The announcement was made by David V. Johnson, Chairman of Victor International and Bay Harbor Company. 

Bay Harbor Lake is a deep-water harbor in the four-season resort community of Bay Harbor, located 4 miles west of Petoskey, Michigan on US-31.  The 90-acre man-made lake was created in 1995.  As the newest port on the Top Ten, Johnson said, “it is truly an honor to be recognized as one of the greatest harbors in North America.” 

Bay Harbor Lake has quickly become a premier destination and is known as the Nautical Center of the Great Lakes for its central Great Lakes location on the south shore of Little Traverse Bay, a hub for world-class cruising, and the exceptional services and amenities the port offers its guests.

The lake is home to over 263 docks: 118 privately owned yacht docks at the Bay Harbor Yacht Club; 110 seasonal and transient slips available to the general public located at Bay Harbor Lake Marina, as well as additional docks situated around Bay Harbor Lake at private residences.

The Bay Harbor Yacht Docks are positioned adjoining the Bay Harbor Yacht Club, the social center of the community.  Capable of servicing yachts up to 200’ in length, the docks are hydraulically adjustable to adapt to changing water levels and equipped with power, cable, television, water, pump-out, four-way ties, and available wireless internet access.  A team of trained professionals, concierge, and full-time security is on-hand to accommodate all your needs.  For more information on the yacht docks, please contact Martin Leemaster, Dockmaster, at 231-439-2547. 

A limited number of yacht docks are currently available for purchase and range in price from $75,000 - $565,000.  For more information on yacht docks, please contact Bay Harbor Properties at 231-439-2000 or by visiting bayharbor.com.

Bay Harbor Lake Marina offers slips for seasonal and transient enjoyment.  Docks range in length from 25’ – 200’ and boast a full line of concierge services as well as hook-up for power, cable, telephone, pump-out, and available wireless internet access.  Mere steps from the water’s edge, indulge in world-class boutique shopping and award-winning restaurants.  Reservations for dockage can be made online by visiting bayharbor.com/lakemarina or by calling John Russell, Harbormaster, at 231-439-2544.

Bay Harbor hosts numerous events each year including the annual In-Water Boat Show, scheduled for June 16 -18, Concours Festival held June 23 - 24, a firework celebration on July 3, parade on July 4, as well as rendezvous, regattas, cruises, among many more.

Boating enthusiasts can plan their visit to Bay Harbor Lake during the season of May 15 - October 15.  For more information on Bay Harbor, please call 231-439-2000, 888-BAY-HARBOR (229-4272), or visit bayharbor.com

Bay Harbor is situated on 1,200 picturesque acres along the Lake Michigan shoreline and exceeds previous standards for planning, quality, and luxurious world-class amenities.  The Bay Harbor community offers luxurious accommodations at Bay Harbor Resort & Marina, Hotel and Conference Center, boutique shops, appetizing restaurants, yachting, golfing, horseback riding, and a year-long calendar of events.  Bay Harbor is proud to be a recipient of the 2003 Urban Land Institute International Award for Excellence. 

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