HISTORY
It was from Longfellow's celebrated "Song of Hiawatha"
that this Forest derived its name. Stretched across the eastern
segment of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, the two units of the
Hiawatha open onto Lakes Huron, Michigan, and Superior, the
last of which was described by Longfellow as the "Shining
Big-Sea-Waters." It was also upon these shores, near Point
Iroquios, that the celebrated battle between the Ojibway and
Iroquois Indians took place.. 
NICHE STATEMENT
With one hundred miles of shoreline on three Great Lakes,
the Hiawatha is uniquely positioned to provide visitors with
a range of nationally distinct recreation opportunities. We
know what makes us special; and we're ready to share!.
ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW
The Forest is made up of the following
staff areas.
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POINTS OF PRIDE
The Hiawatha is uniquely surrounded by
3 Great Lakes (Michigan, Superior, Huron)
that afford it abundantly unique habitats
for wildlife, plant species, recreation
opportunities, and outstanding visuals,
wildlife viewing, and scenic vegetation.
FOREST FACTS
Statistical data about the forest.
LOCATION INFORMATION
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Forest Service Centennial - In 1905, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Bureau of Forestry became known as the Forest Service. In 2005, the Forest Service will celebrate its its 100-year anniversary. The anniversary gives us the opportunity to focus both on our rich history in land stewardship and on our next century of public service. In this spirit, we would like to introduce you to a 5-year effort call New Century of Service. Through New Century of Service activities, we will honor our past, share excellence in our work programs and ideas; and celebrate 100 years of caring for the land and serving people. See the