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Both the Upper Peninsula Tree Improvement Center in Escanaba and the Dunbar Forest Experiment Station in Barbeau are research stations operated by the Department of Forestry and the Agriculture Experiment Station's Office of Land Management. Each has limited accommodations for temporary housing of visiting MSU employees on University business that is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Other researchers may be granted lodging space if the needs of MSU staff have been met and if their mission is in keeping with the purpose of these stations. Reservations are required.

FACILITIES

UPTIC lodge Dunbar lodge

Accommodations for up to four people are available at the Escanaba Center. A small house has been converted for temporary lodging. It includes three sleeping rooms, a complete kitchen, a bathroom, a small living room area, and a work area. Lodging at Dunbar is available in a building with three bedrooms, a total of 6 beds, two bathrooms, a kitchen, a living room, and a work area.

Both facilities have limited storage capacity for visitor's equipment. Field sample processing is not allowed in the lodging buildings, but space may be available elsewhere at each location. Arrangements should be made well in advance if visitors have requirements beyond just lodging.

Inside UPTIC's lodge. Neither lodging facility provides linens or housekeeping. These are the responsibility of the guest. Each building has a telephone but guests are expected to arrange to bill toll calls to calling cards, etc. The long distance provider at both sites is AT&T.

All are welcomed and are expected to keep the buildings clean and presentable while they are staying there. Use of heat, water, and electricity should be done conservatively -- just as one would at home. The facility should be left in a condition that is as good or better than it was found. This helps to keep fees low. Damage to the buildings or contents will be the responsibility of the user. Michigan State University is not responsible for lost or stolen articles. Smoking in these buildings is prohibited. No pets are allowed in the buildings. There will be no fires on either property.

RESERVATIONS

Space is available at both stations at any time of year on a first-come, first-served basis; early notification is important. The buildings are winterized by draining the water system and shutting off the heat. If you plan to use the buildings during the winter, you must notify UPTIC's manager at least a week in advance, so that arrangements can be made to prepare for your occupancy. All reservations, cancellations, or changes in plans should be addressed to the manager of UPTIC.

RATES (effective 1/1/2000)

Rates for Michigan State University staff will be: $25 for the first night, and $5 for each additional person. Subsequent nights lodging will be $5 per person. If a guest will be using the facility exclusively for several weeks but coming and going, rather than staying for a series of consecutive nights, the initial night's rate will be charged only once. Special arrangements can be made for unusual situations.

Rates charged for non-MSU staff are double those mentioned above. Fees can be paid either by University account or by check and will be handled through the Escanaba Center. A deposit may be required, based on length of stay.

Any cleaning required in the buildings, not done by the guest, will be contracted to a professional cleaning service. The charges will be paid directly by the occupant.

Submit reservations on the form provided below or
Send inquiries to the email address at the bottom of this page.

NOTE: THIS SERVICE IS ONLY FOR MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY STAFF

LODGING RESERVATION FORM
Completing this form does not guarantee that space is available for you and your party. Please be sure that you have made direct contact with the office of the Upper Peninsula Tree Improvement Center prior to finalizing your plans. Don't leave home without it!

I am interested in lodging at:

From: (first night) through (last night).

We plan to arrive at: .

Names of people that will be using the facilities:

Contact person among these guests (include name, phone, email, etc.):

Department:
Faculty contact:

BILLING INFORMATION

How will you be making payment:
If paying by University account indicate your account number:

Please send any comments or suggestions regarding this site to:
Ray Miller, uptic@msu.edu


	Home About Reports Online Tour & Classroom Staff Search Links	MAES Home \| Field Stations \| Center Home \| Lodging for MSU Researchers Lodging for MSU Researchers Both the Upper Peninsula Tree Improvement Center in Escanaba and the Dunbar Forest Experiment Station in Barbeau are research stations operated by the Department of Forestry and the Agriculture Experiment Station's Office of Land Management. Each has limited accommodations for temporary housing of visiting MSU employees on University business that is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Other researchers may be granted lodging space if the needs of MSU staff have been met and if their mission is in keeping with the purpose of these stations. Reservations are required. FACILITIES Accommodations for up to four people are available at the Escanaba Center. A small house has been converted for temporary lodging. It includes three sleeping rooms, a complete kitchen, a bathroom, a small living room area, and a work area. Lodging at Dunbar is available in a building with three bedrooms, a total of 6 beds, two bathrooms, a kitchen, a living room, and a work area. Both facilities have limited storage capacity for visitor's equipment. Field sample processing is not allowed in the lodging buildings, but space may be available elsewhere at each location. Arrangements should be made well in advance if visitors have requirements beyond just lodging. Neither lodging facility provides linens or housekeeping. These are the responsibility of the guest. Each building has a telephone but guests are expected to arrange to bill toll calls to calling cards, etc. The long distance provider at both sites is AT&T. All are welcomed and are expected to keep the buildings clean and presentable while they are staying there. Use of heat, water, and electricity should be done conservatively -- just as one would at home. The facility should be left in a condition that is as good or better than it was found. This helps to keep fees low. Damage to the buildings or contents will be the responsibility of the user. Michigan State University is not responsible for lost or stolen articles. Smoking in these buildings is prohibited. No pets are allowed in the buildings. There will be no fires on either property. RESERVATIONS Space is available at both stations at any time of year on a first-come, first-served basis; early notification is important. The buildings are winterized by draining the water system and shutting off the heat. If you plan to use the buildings during the winter, you must notify UPTIC's manager at least a week in advance, so that arrangements can be made to prepare for your occupancy. All reservations, cancellations, or changes in plans should be addressed to the manager of UPTIC. RATES (effective 1/1/2000) Rates for Michigan State University staff will be: $25 for the first night, and $5 for each additional person. Subsequent nights lodging will be $5 per person. If a guest will be using the facility exclusively for several weeks but coming and going, rather than staying for a series of consecutive nights, the initial night's rate will be charged only once. Special arrangements can be made for unusual situations. Rates charged for non-MSU staff are double those mentioned above. Fees can be paid either by University account or by check and will be handled through the Escanaba Center. A deposit may be required, based on length of stay. Any cleaning required in the buildings, not done by the guest, will be contracted to a professional cleaning service. The charges will be paid directly by the occupant. Submit reservations on the form provided below or Send inquiries to the email address at the bottom of this page. *NOTE: THIS SERVICE IS ONLY FOR MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY STAFF* LODGING RESERVATION FORM Completing this form does not guarantee that space is available for you and your party. Please be sure that you have made direct contact with the office of the Upper Peninsula Tree Improvement Center prior to finalizing your plans. Don't leave home without it! I am interested in lodging at: From: (first night) through (last night). We plan to arrive at: . Names of people that will be using the facilities: Contact person among these guests (include name, phone, email, etc.): Department: Faculty contact: BILLING INFORMATION How will you be making payment: If paying by University account indicate your account number: Please send any comments or suggestions regarding this site to: Ray Miller, uptic@msu.edu
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