Bluestem Meadow is a restorative land project located at the Offield Family Viewlands in Harbor Springs, Michigan. Inspired by our experiences with grief and the solace we find in nature, our hope is that Bluestem Meadow will provide a natural setting for reflection and healing for the community.

 

Bluestem Meadow is a gorgeous terraced hill with a view of Lake Michigan at the top and a pond at the bottom. We have added benches, paths, a trail marker tree, and a reflection labyrinth. The Bluestem Meadow is intentionally curated for visitors to experience a place of reflection, restoration, and remembrance. It is our hope that a sense of peace will be found in this beautiful setting. 

 

The Viewlands was previously an active golf course and is now being rewilded and protected by the Little Traverse Conservancy. We, the stewards of Bluestem Meadow, are working closely with LTC to contribute to the rejuvenation of this land.

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Visitors will find a labyrinth for meditation and exploration, designed by a local artist and constructed with local stones. Accessible pathways and benches allow comfortable access to all areas. Five educational signs designed by the late Tag Hauschild have been placed along the path highlighting several different native plant species and the butterflies they attract. The most recent addition of a beautiful bronze trail marker tree sculpture created by the late Dennis Downes, is installed on the pathway showing the way to the labyrinth. Bluestem Meadow is an ongoing project and we are looking forward to continue to support this special place. 

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As of October 2023, Bluestem Meadow is now a 501(3)(c) organization! This means we can accept tax deductible donations directly, which has enabled us to move forward in our phase two of fundraising. See the Trail Marker Tree page for more information about this next phase.