South Haven/Lake Michigan Trip

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South Haven, Michigan is almost defined by its location near Lake Michigan. Located within walking distance of the beach are the Michigan Maritime Museum rich with area history including the study of weather instruments used over the decades. The student will visit the museum and walk through the different exhibits. The students will then visit the beach on Lake Michigan to reinforce the information learned in the classroom and at the museum. Weather in southwest Michigan is greatly affected by the winds coming from the lake in the winter (lake effect snow) and in the summer (less humidity).