Getting started in Bird Photography Saturday, September 25, 2021 11am - Free Program for Adults Register by calling 231-798-3573 During the early months of the pandemic, bird watching increased nationwide, fueling an interest in taking pictures of our feathered friends. But for those new to the art of photography, how does one even begin? Join us for a presentation by West photographer J. A. Mikulich about the basics of bird photography. Learn about topics related to equipment, technique, composition and where in the Great Lakes to fnd birds.

Photo by J.A. Mikulich www.michigan.gov/dnr

Fall Weekend Programs 2021 Gillette Sand Visitor Center, P.J. Hoffmaster

October 2

Backdune Forest Hike 10:30am

Explore the forest community of Hoffmaster State Park. This interactive hike will cover about 1.5 miles. Meet @the Visitor Center.

October 9

Color Hike 10:30am Experience fall color on this fun, interactive hike. It will cover about 1.5 miles. Use all your senses and color palettes to discover the sand . Meet @ the Visitor Center.

October 16

Mt. Baldy Hike 10:30am Are you in need of some exercise? This socially distanced hike will cover some challenging terrain. You will learn about the dunes and how they formed. Not recommended for children under 12. Meet @ the Visitor Center.

October 23

Family Dune Hike 10:30am This three-mile hike is a great opportunity to get outside with your family to explore the park and learn about the sand dunes. Meet @ the Visitor Center.

October 30

Michigan Vampire Dracula doesn’t have anything on these vampires. What do mosquitos, leeches, flies, and ticks all have in common? They suck blood! Meet @ the Visitor Center.

All hikes meet in the Visitor Center Parking area. Hikes are limited to 16 so pre-registration is required. A reservation may be made by calling the VC at 231-798-3573.

Visit us at www.michigan.gov/gillettevc. A state park passport is needed for park entry. For more information on the park passport visit www.michigan.gov/recreationpassport. For more information on the programs above please call 231-798-3573 .GILLETTE SAND DUNE VISITOR CENTER, P.J. HOFFMASTER STATE PARK, 6585 LAKE HARBOR RD., MUSKEGON, MICHIGAN 49441, 231-798-3573