Cedars leaning precariously over crystal clear water are typical of Northern Michigan trout streams, and the Crystal River, near Glen Arbor, is a typical charming Northern Michigan stream. Its close proximity to the village and roadways makes it easily accessible to residents and visitors. This presents the problem of how to live with and enjoy such a precious natural treasure without degrading it. This issue was brought dramatically into focus when developers attempted to develop a golf course in the Crystal River waterway. Environmentalist fought an extremely long and difficult battle to save the river in its natural state. Thank you environmental activists. It was a very close call but you persisted and we all are the winners. Gene Rantz