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Harsens-Island
Eden Index
Climate
9.1
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.7/10
Harsens Island is a small island located in St. Clair County, Michigan, known for its scenic beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities. The island experiences a humid continental climate, with warm summers and cold winters. The island is surrounded by the waters of Lake St. Clair, and its hydrology constituents include wetlands, marshes, and streams. The island is a popular destination for fishing, boating, and hunting, with a variety of fish species and wildlife in the area. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the island's nature trails, enjoy picnics and camping, and take part in winter sports such as snowmobiling and ice fishing. Overall, Harsens Island offers a unique and refreshing experience for those seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 9.1
Harsens-Island receives approximately
850mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 77%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Harsens-Island has a plant hardyness factor of
6, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Area Rivers
Snowpack Depths
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.1
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boosey Creek - Wheatley Provincial Park | 57 | 589 ft | |||
| Two Creeks - Wheatley Provincial Park | 36 | 586 ft | |||
| Middle Creek - Wheatley Provincial Park | 52 | 592 ft | |||
| Lakeport State Park | 280 | 603 ft | |||
| Stafford County Park | 73 | 587 ft | |||
| Highlands - Wheatley Provincial Park | 75 | 589 ft | |||
| North Park | 180 | 606 ft | |||
| Algonac State Park | 400 | 582 ft | |||
| Wagener County Park | 96 | 593 ft | |||
| Sanilac County Park - Forester | 190 | 606 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI):
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.