Kick off summer with free events at Michigan state parks in the U.P.
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Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 2, 2015
Contact: Maia Turek, 989-225-8573 or John Pepin, 906-226-1352
Kick off summer with free events at Michigan state parks in the U.P.
Summer means more time to spend outdoors, and Michigan state parks and harbors in the Upper Peninsula offer plenty of opportunities to do just that. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources recently highlighted some of July's upcoming events:
Saturday, July 4
-- Band at the Marina at DeTour Harbor: Stop in to listen to The London Gentlemen at the marina from 4 to 9 p.m. for Independence Day! For additional information, visit the DeTour Village Facebook Page.
Saturday, July 11 
-- Native American Drum Ceremony at Palms Book State Park (Schoolcraft County): Enjoy a Native American Drum Ceremony from 9 a.m. to noon. At 2 p.m., the nearby Indian Lake State Park (Schoolcraft County) will host Native American crafts at the campground host site.
-- Go Get Outdoors at Bewabic State Park (Iron County): Enjoy a “Go Get Outdoors” recreation expo with free lessons and equipment rentals for people to try fun activities like fishing and kayaking.
-- Bounce House Bonanza at Wells State Park (Menominee County): Add some excitement to the camping trip and let the kids burn off some extra energy during the Bounce House Bonanza from noon to 4 p.m.
Friday, July 17
-- Up in the U.P. at Indian Lake State Park (Schoolcraft County): Author, filmmaker and songwriter Bill Jamerson will provide an educational and entertaining presentation with songs and stories about Michigan’s Upper Peninsula in the 1930s.
Saturday, July 18
-- A Paranormal Event at Fayette Historic State Park (Delta County): Ever wonder what a ghost hunter does? Join park staff for a full day of unearthly surprises and learning.
Friday-Saturday, July 24-25
-- Christmas in July at Baraga State Park (Baraga County): Get in the holiday spirit with games, prizes, campsite decorating and photos with a special guest who normally only visits one time a year.
Friday-Sunday, July 24-26
-- Civil War Encampment at Fort Wilkins Historic State Park (Keweenaw County): Learn what army life was like more than 150 years ago at Historic Fort Wilkins with museum exhibits, dramatic performances and demonstrations.
Wednesday, July 29
-- RV Towing and Safety Clinic at Indian Lake State Park (Schoolcraft County): Meet at the campground host site to learn from Hilltop RV how to safely tow a camper.
To make camping reservations at any of these state parks, visit www.midnrreservations.com or call 1-800-44PARKS (1-800-447-2757).
For more information about these events, visit the online calendar of events at www.michigan.gov/gogetoutdoors, call the park or contact DNR recreation programmer Maia Turek at 989-225-8573.
Inside Michigan’s Great Outdoors subscribers are always the first to know about reservation opportunities, state park events and other outdoor happenings. Visit www.michigan.gov/dnr to subscribe now.
Many of these events are free to attend; however, camping prices will apply for overnight guests and a Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry to each of these state parks and to DeTour State Harbor.
A Recreation Passport grants vehicle access to any Michigan state park, boat launch, state forest campground or nonmotorized state trailhead parking. Residents can purchase the Passport for just $11 ($5 for motorcycles) at the time of Michigan license plate renewal through Secretary of State. Forgot to check “YES” during renewal? Residents and nonresidents can purchase a Recreation Passport window sticker during regular business hours at state parks. Learn more about how the Recreation Passport supports state parks, local outdoor recreation opportunities, historic and cultural sites at www.michigan.gov/recreationpassport.
/Editors’ note: Accompanying photos are available below for download. Suggested captions follow.
DSK401_20013: Michigan state park events provide fun for the whole family, and reserving a campsite is a great way to make the outdoor adventures last even longer.
DSK475_34: Michigan state parks host a variety of fun summer events like the introductory kayaking program, shown here./