SCHOOLS - PUBLIC & PRIVATE

Benzie County Central Schools
Dave Micinski. 9222 Homestead Road, Beulah. Ph: 231-882-9653

Frankfort Elberta Area Schools
Superintendent, Tom Stobie. 534 11th St. Frankfort, 49635. Ph: 231-352-4641. Email: tstobie@frankfort.tbaisd.k12.mi.us

Interlochen Center for the Arts

Situated between two beautiful lakes, concerts, events year round, offering summer arts programs for grades 3-12. Visit website for schedules. 4000 Highway M-137, Interlochen, 49643. Ph: 231-276-7200

SECURITY SERVICES & SYSTEMS

Fortress Security

Locally owned company providing security systems, locksmithing, and low voltage electrical services. 5143 Demerly Rd. PO Box 89, Benzonia, 49616. Ph: 231-882-4324. Fax: 231-882-4512 Email: fortress@benzie.com

JJR Property Management

A division of STT Security, provides a variety of services to property owners in northwest Lower Michigan. JJR’s manager, Jason Rusch, is a licensed builder and as a division of a licensed security company, JJR is uniquely equipped to provide services such as remodeling, ceramic tile, interior and exterior painting, snow plowing, site security inspections and many others.  No job is too small.  Licensed, bonded, insured. Call us at 231-871-0048 or visit our website at www.jjrpropertymgmt.com.

SEPTIC SERVICES

Williams & Bay Pumping Services

Williams and Bay Pumping Services is a leader in septic pumping, clean portable restrooms, and drainfield rehabilitation services. Joseph G. Williams. PO Box 247, Cedar, 49621. Ph: 231-947-3535 or 231-228-7499. Fax: 231-228-4331.

SERVICE CLUBS, ASSOCIATIONS, & ORGANIZATIONS

Benzie Area Zonta Club
PO Box 108, Benzonia, 49616.

Benzie County Eagles - Lodge # 3313
71 Lake St. Frankfort, 49635. Ph. 231-352-9811

Benzie Sportsman's Club
Hoadley Rd. (Corner of Hoadley & Pond Rd). PO Box 352, Benzonia, 49617. 231-941-4417. Email: james.heethuis@bms.com

Benzie Sunrise Rotary Club
Providing guidance and opportunity for the youth of Benzie County. Meetings at 7:30 a.m. every Tuesday morning.

Better Business Bureau West Michigan

Ken Vandermeeden. 40 Pearl NW, Grand Rapids, 49503. Ph: 616-774-8236. Email: bbbinfo@iserv.net

Beulah Boosters

A Not for Profit with the purpose to promote the community of Beulah and businesses within the village. 77 S Benzie Blvd., Beulah, 49617. Ph: 517-202-3807. Email: randall_automotive@yahoo.com

Crystal Lake & Watershed Association
CLWA's four-part "mission" is: Protect and promote the natural qualities of Crystal Lake and its surrounding Watershed. Preserve for future generations the beauty and recreational resources of Crystal Lake and its watershed. Engage in water-quality monitoring, educational programs, promotion of harmonious land development, and promotion of the safe use of Crystal Lake. Advocate and ensure the continued aesthetic beauty and environmental integrity of the Lake and its watershed. PO Box 89 Beulah 49617. Ph: 231-882-4001. Email: clwa@clwa.us

Crystal Lake Community/Business Association

PO Box 754, Beulah, 49617. Email: info@clcba.org

Frankfort Rotary Club
The Principle Motto of Rotary is... Service Above Self . The club meets at Noon every Wednesday.

Friends of the Betsie Valley Trail
Enjoy hiking or biking on the 27-mile long Betsie Valley Trail in Benzie County in Northwest Michigan. PO Box 474, Beulah, MI  49617. Ph: 231-378-4559

Friends of the Point Betsie Lighthouse, Inc.

We are an all volunteer, non profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Point Betsie Lighthouse. 3071 Point Betsie Rd. PO Box 601, Frankfort, 49635. Ph: 231-352-4915 231-352-7666. Email: info@pointbetsie.org

Girl Scouts of Michigan Shore to Shore

Tammy Durfee, Development Manager. 1820 Oak Hollow Dr., Traverse City, 49686. Ph: 231-947-7354.

Kiwanis Club of Crystal Lake

Kiwanis Club meets every 1st and 3rd Tuesday 6-7:30pm at Brookside Inn, Beulah. Kiwanis Established 1951 in Benzie County, Children - Priority One is serving the children of Benzie County and around the world. Email: rmwms@betsievalley.net

Manistee County Fair

4-H, Entertainment, Exhibits, Music, Races, Rides. August 19-23, 2008. M-2 Onekama, 49675. Ph: 231-889-5566. Fax: 231-889-4712. Email: pjaquish@coslink.net

Northwest Soaring Club
PO Box 88, Frankfort, 231-352-9160. Frankfort Municipal Airport, 1 mile East of Frankfort, South of M-115. Daily, wknds, April - October.

Plant It Wild

An independent non profit group based in Benzie & Manistee counties. Our mission is to foster greater awareness & appreciation of the fragile natural environment of our region. Through direct efforts we work to preserve, protect and promote the natural beauty of the area and its native plant communities. 11619 Mountain Woods Dr. Thompsonville, 49683. Ph: 231-378-2451. Email: jjpope@acegroup.cc

SHOPPING & RETAIL

BeeDazzled

Gifts from the Hive! Kirk & Sharon Jones. 6289 River Rd., Benzonia MI 49616. Ph: 231-882-7765 or 800-663-6348.

Betsie Valley Sales & Service, Inc.

Arctic cat and Polaris authorized snowmobile sales & service for winter fun. Polaris ATV, your ar-round utility vehicle. Extensive parts, accessories & clothing on hand. We sell snowmobiles every month of the year! River St. at US-31 in Benzonia. 231-882-7273.

Crystal Crate & Cargo (Open Year Round)

World respected names in home and kitchen accessories with some of northwest Michigan's finest artisan work and delectable pantry offerings. A friendly place for exchanging ideas and conversations -- a place where elegance meets eclectic, and where a premium is placed on unique merchandise at a good value. Located at 262 S Benzie Blvd. in downtown Beulah. Ph: 231-882-5294 or toll free 800-787-7366.

Fernand Footwear

High quality leather footwear handmade in Benzonia. Custom fit and regular sizes available. Bags, belts, and accessories also. 7 Milliron Ln, Benzonia, 49616. Ph: 231-882-9622   800-419-8621.

Five Corners - Store

Open year round 7 days a week

Clothing outfitter, quality family clothing from Columbia sportswear, Woolrich, & more. M-22

T-shirts, sweatshirts, coffee & mugs, jewelry, home accessories, great gifts & souveniers. Bait & Tackle shop has live bait & all the tackle you need for the up north fishing experience. DNR agent for hunting, fishing, & snowmobile trail permits. watch/clock repair & sales - watch batteries changed while you wait. The Cantina serves fountain pop, snacks, and Moomers Ice Cream - voted #1 in the country on Good Morning America! 231-882-5202. Email: cathie@fivecornersstore.com

Hull's of Frankfort (Open Year Round)

Quality women's clothing. 419 Main Street, Frankfort. Ph: 231-352-4642. Email: mariah@hullsoffrankfort.com

Maxwell's on Main, LLC

Specializing in unique and affordable jewelry & accessories, apparel and home decor from Central America. The owners travel to buy the goods directly from the producers and their representatives in Guatamala, Mexico and elsewhere. Greta Bolger. 327 Main St. Frankfort, 49635. Ph: 231-352-6735. Email: maxwellsonmain@gmail.com

Nature's Elegance

In business since 1997, Nature's Elegance is a refreshing and notable home furnishing, gift and Polish pottery retailer. Located off M22, in the two lake village of Onekama, Nature's Elegance is ecognized for its exquisite Polish Pottery, handpainted signature fish tables, furniture, & mirrors. All are exclusive originals. Be sure to search the store's every nook and cranny, for you will be sure to find unique surprises found no where else. 4850 Main St. Onekama, 49675. Ph: 231-889-0091

Northern Decor n More

Come visit a store with a true northern touch. We offer a wide selection of unique rustic home accents, gifts and collectibles. Open year round. Located at 253 S Benzie Blvd. in downtown Beulah. Ph: 231-882-7371. Email: Kittyely@sbcglobal.net

SIGNAGE

SNOW REMOVAL

JJR Property Management

A division of STT Security, provides a variety of services to property owners in northwest Lower Michigan. JJR’s manager, Jason Rusch, is a licensed builder and as a division of a licensed security company, JJR is uniquely equipped to provide services such as remodeling, ceramic tile, interior and exterior painting, snow plowing, site security inspections and many others.  No job is too small.  Licensed, bonded, insured. Call us at 231-871-0048 or visit our website at www.jjrpropertymgmt.com.

SNOW SPORTS

SPAS

STORAGE

Champion Hill Storage

Sizes available to meet your storage needs. 2463 Marshall Rd. Honor, 49640. Ph: 231-325-3123 or 231-651-9991.

Honor Self Storage, Inc

Storage for all your belongings. Two locations; downtown at the car wash, and 2 miles south of Honor on US 31 with fencing and added security. Four sizes available. Ph: 231-325-3600

SURVEYING

DPS Surveying & Mapping, LLC

With over 40 years of combined experience in Surveying & Mapping, DPS is ready to provide top quality service in the private, commercial, & public sectors throughout the greater Grand Traverse Region. 4308 Manhattan East, Traverse City, 49684. Ph: 231-642-1995. Email: dpssurvmap@gmail.com

Jenema Land Surveys - Papineau P.C.

We are an energetic company eager to work hard to earn your business. Our mission is to provide accurate, professional surveying services in a friendly, timely manner. Land Divisions, Remonumentation, Boundary Surveys, Construction Staking, Topographical Surveys, & Environmental Site Surveys. Benzonia, 49616. Ph: 231-882-9416. Fax: 231-882-9417. Email: surveyors@papineau-pc.com

SWIMMING POOLS  & SPAS