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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Aug. 14, 2015
Contact: Stephanie Wirtz, 989-686-2790 or 989-274-6182
State parks announce events in eastern Michigan this August
Summer is quickly coming to an end, but there is still plenty to do in Michigan state parks. Here’s a list of upcoming events in August:
Saturday, Aug. 22
Trapper Education Field Day at Rifle River Recreation Area: Learn all about trapping. Pre-registration is required, and the cost is $10 per person. To pre-register, contact Dennis Cronk at 248-798-1996.
Monday, Aug. 24
Hike. Get Fit. Have Fun. at Maybury State Park: Take a 3-4 mile hiking challenge and enjoy a gentle cardio exercise. The drop-in rate is $5 per person. For more information, contact David Janda at 734-419-3699.
Wednesday, Aug. 26
Rec 202 Kayak or Canoe at Proud Lake Recreation Area: Improve your paddling experience with techniques such as turning, edging, and water safety with a quick review of Rec 101 followed by a bonfire and light snacks. Cost (with or without a rental boat) is: 8-12 years, free; 13-18 years, $12; 19+ years, $20 per person. Please RSVP at least 24 hours in advance by calling 248-685-2379 to reserve a kayak or canoe and specify ages.
Thursday, Aug. 27
Family Fun Night at Sterling State Park: Sit back, relax, and enjoy the festivities, including live music by Wilson Lake & the Rock Bass at 6:30 p.m. and a viewing of the Lego Movie at 8:15 p.m. For more information, contact the park at 734-289-2715.
Saturday, Aug. 29
Haven Hill Festival at Highland Recreation Area: Enjoy an 1860s vintage baseball game, summer food, a live brass band, vintage Ford Model A cars, self-guided tours of the Haven Hill Lodge grounds, volunteers dressed in historic costumes, and children’s activities. For more information, visit www.havenhillfestival.com.
Sunday, Aug. 30
40th Anniversary Celebration at Maybury State Park: Celebrate the park with games, tours, scavenger hunt, history, and cake and ice cream. The first 100 guests to visit the Friends Table will receive the park’s new patch.
To make camping reservations at any of these state parks, please 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 Recreation Programmer Stephanie Wirtz at wirtzs@michigan.gov or 989-686-2790.
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Many of these events are free to attend, but camping prices will apply for overnight guests and a Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry to each of these state parks.
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.
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Kayaking: Recreation 202 programs such as the kayak or canoe program shown here provide the opportunity for those who have taken the introductory program to learn more advanced skills.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the state’s natural and cultural resources for current and future generations. For more information, go to www.michigan.gov/dnr.
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