PROJECT GO – Get Outdoors June 10-11, 2006 Held in conjunction with Free Fishing Weekend Motor Vehicle Permit required for entry to State Parks and Recreation Areas

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Alcona County Harrisville Saturday, 3 p.m. to Harrisville Bring the whole family for an entire day of fun and Harrisville State Hoedown and June 10, 9:30 p.m. 989-724-5126 games at the Harrisville Hoedown. The fun begins Park Family Fun 2006 with kids games from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the day use Day area. Grill hot dogs and enjoy the fixings before square dancers start their do-si-does at 6 p.m. The evening wraps up with a lantern-lit tour of the Sturgeon Point Lighthouse at 8:30 p.m. Baraga County Baraga June 10-11, Variable Baraga County Tourist Keweenaw Bay Classic Fishing Tournament with Baraga State County Lake 2006 and Recreation family-oriented events such as a volleyball Park Trout Festival Association tournament, street dance, “Miss Superior” contest, 1-800-743-4908 pancake breakfast and a local Lions Club “ducky [email protected] river race” fundraiser. Entertainment for the entire family also will include a kid’s carnival, free music in the lakefront pavilion, a water-ski show and an arts and crafts fair. Fun for all ages. Bay County Free Family Saturday, 9 a.m. to Valerie Blaschka Free family fishing derby, kids casting contest, Bay City State Fishing Derby June 10, 3 p.m. 989-667-1894 fishing clinic, fly fishing workshop and more for all Recreation Area, 2006 ages. 100 fishing poles are available. Bait and Saginaw Bay refreshments are included. Visitor Center Charlevoix Kids Fishing Saturday, 10 a.m. to Sue Rose Children under the age of 14 can learn about fishing County Tournament June 10, noon 231-582-7523 and compete to catch the biggest lunker from Mirror 2006 Pond. Prizes will be awarded. Cheboygan Amazing Sunday, 11 a.m. to Teams will be searching for clues around Aloha State County Aloha Race June 11, 3 p.m. 231-625-0211 Park and compete to see who can find the clues and Aloha State Park 2006 finish first. Fun for all ages! Cheboygan Guided Hike Saturday, 10 a.m. Paul Koszegi Explore the ruins of the old lighthouse. Meet at 10 County June 10, 231-627-3931 a.m. at the trailhead parking area for a guided hike to Cheboygan State 2006 the site. Then, head back to the Poe Reef cabin for Park lunch and the remainder of the three-mile hike. Cheboygan Youth Fishing Saturday, 8 a.m. to Louise Cotter Join the fun at the second annual youth fishing County Tournament June 10, noon 231-627-9578 tournament, on the banks of the Cheboygan River in Cheboygan Field 2006 front of the Cheboygan Field Office. Fishing starts at Office 8 a.m. and runs until noon. Hot dogs, prizes and Smokey the Bear will make a guest appearance. It’s Free Fishing Weekend so adults are welcome, but the tournament is for ages 5-16. Chippewa Hike Between Saturday, 10 a.m. Theresa Grattan Join staff from Tahquamenon Falls State Park and County Da Falls June 10, 906-492-3415 the Hiawatha Shore-to-Shore Chapter of the North Tahquamenon 2006 Country Trail to experience one of the most beautiful Falls State Park sections of the park during this four-mile moderate hike between the Upper and Lower Falls. Hikers should park their vehicles at the Lower Falls and take the free shuttle to the Upper Falls to begin the hike. The last shuttle leaves at noon. Clare County Project GO Saturday, 10 a.m. to Eric Fransen Cheerleading demonstrations, tours of a newly- Events June 10, 3 p.m. 989-386-4088 remodeled lodge, bikes parades, fly-tying and casting 2006 demonstration are all scheduled throughout the day. Don’t miss your opportunity to explore Clare County’s only state park. Clinton County Trash Bash Saturday, 10 a.m. Bekah Ashley Join a lake and trail Trash Bash to help clean up the Sleepy Hollow and Free June 10, and 517-651-6217 beaches and trails at State Park Fishing 2006 2 p.m. beginning at 10 a.m. Prizes for the most trash collected! At 2 p.m., toss a line for some free fishing fun and learn more about the tips and tricks to catch the big ones! Crawford County Project GO Saturday Variable Hartwick Pines State Park The fun kicks off with a children's fishing contest. Hartwick Pines June 10, 989-348-7068 Since it's Free Fishing Weekend, adults can join the State Park 2006 fun and cast a line too. All fishing regulations still apply. Live critter presentations at 3 p.m. at the Forest Visitor Center and at 7 p.m. in the campground. Waters RV will have the very latest in recreational vehicles on display in the day use area. Guided tours of the mountain bike trails. Other demonstrations throughout the day included at the Logging Museum and guided tours of the Old Growth Trail. Crawford County Fitness Trail Saturday, 8 a.m. to North Higgins Lake State Walk, ride, hike or run the 20-station fitness trail at North Higgins Run June 10, noon Park North Higgins Lake State Park and enjoy all 32 Lake State Park 2006 989821-6125 different exercises. Delta County Fun and Saturday, 11 a.m. to Randy Brown Enjoy a 1860s-era historic baseball game and a Fayette Historic Games for June 10, 4 p.m. 906-644-2603 whole series of ol’ time games for kids, including State Park Kids Day 2006 stilts, sack races, egg races and more. Tour “The Cottage,” Fayette’s newest modern lodge. Enter a contest to name this new facility and if your choice is selected, you win a free stay in 2007. Emmett County Guided Saturday, 10 a.m. to Maureen Jacobs Guided hatchery tours will be held at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., Oden Fish Hatchery June 10, 6 p.m. 231-348-0998 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. A Nature at Noon program will Hatchery Tours 2006 outline the Macroinvertibrate Stream Study. Train Car Museum and Visitor Center open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Emmett County Petoskey Saturday, 10 a.m. Tom Copenhaver The race is on to find a Petoskey stone along the Petoskey State Stone Hunt June 10, 231-347-3070 nearly one mile of shoreline. See if you can be the Park 2006 first to find a Petoskey stone and win a prize. Grand Traverse Bicycle Trail Saturday, 10 a.m. David Johns Take a 10 a.m. bicycle ride on the paved TART trail County Ride and June 10, and 231-922-5270 that runs from the park to a guided hike at the Refitt Traverse City Beach Fun 2006 1-3 p.m. Nature Preserve. In the afternoon, 1-3 p.m., meet at State Park the beach area for some Fun in the Sun, including sand castle building, sidewalk chalk and volleyball. Huron County Geocaching Saturday, 11 a.m. to Gary O'Boyle of the South Eastern Chapter of the Port Crescent Treaure Hunt June 10, 2 p.m. 989-738-8663 Michigan Geocaching Organization will conduct a State Park 2006 Geocaching 101 session for beginner geocachers. Three event caches placed within the park. This event will take place at the day use area from 11 a.m to 2 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. Huron County Guided Hike Saturday 10 a.m. to Sleeper State Park Enjoy a guided trail hike at 10 a.m. Meet at the Sleeper State and Animal June 10, 4 p.m. 989-856-4411 campground host campsite. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Park Petting Zoo 2006 a petting zoo and horse-drawn rides will be available. Build a sandcastle from 3:30 to 5:30. Ingham County Stomp and Saturday 4 p.m. to Kit Rich Experience guided hikes, geo-caching, a snack Meridian Charter Tromp Hike June 10, 10 p.m. 517-349-3866 station, a campfire and more. $2 per person. Free Township Harris 2006 fishing for children aged 5 to 17 is available at the Nature Center township’s Central Park Pond. Ionia County Tagged Fish Saturday, 9 a.m. to Ionia Recreation Area Three tagged fish will be released into Sessions Lake Ionia Recreation Contest and June 10, noon 616-527-3750 and prizes may be collected up until September 30, Area Natural 2006 2006. Enjoy a hike around Sessions Lake in search of Treasure Hunt natural treasures. The first to finish wins a prize! Iosco County Free Boat Saturday, 10 a.m. to The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary will be conducting Au Sable Inspections June 10, 2 p.m. 989-724-5126 complimentary boat inspections. Learn what it takes RiverMouth BAS 2006 to boat safely. Iosco County Celebration June 10-11, 10 a.m. to Celebrate the pioneer spirit in the Tawas Area. Tawas Point State Days 2006 5 p.m. 989-362-5041 Activities include tomahawk throwing, old-time Park games, candlemaking, fishing derby, nature hikes and traditional music. Sponsored by the Friends of the Tawas State Park, all events are held in the day use areas and on the lighthouse grounds. Kalamazoo Introduction Saturday, 9 a.m. to Tony Trojanowski Fort Custer Horse Friends Association will offer an County to Trail Riding June 10, 2 p.m. 269-731-4200 or introduction to Trail Riding. Horses will be provided Fort Custer 2006 Trail Ride Reservations at by Horses, Horses, Horses of Jones and will included a short class on trail riding for persons age 10 and Recreation Area 269-964-4722 above for a special reduced rate of $10 per person. Pony rides will be available for age 9 and younger for $2. Trail rides will start at 9 a.m. and go every hour till 2 p.m. Call 269-964-4722 to reserve your horse. Lapeer County Nature Hike Saturday, 9 a.m. to Dennis Wilson Catch a guided 90-minute hike at 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Metamora-Hadley and Free June 10, 3 p.m. 810-797-4439 Bring the whole family and join the free Fishing Recreation Area Fishing 2006 Contest on Lake Minniwanna. Participants must Tournament register, in person, at the Barn between 9 a.m. and noon. Fish entries caught this day must be checked in at the Red Barn prior to 3 p.m. Prizes will be awarded at 3:30 p.m. Eligible candidates must be present to receive a prize. Lenawee County Fishing Saturday, 10 a.m. Bob & Wilma Michaels, Children of campers from ages 5 to 16 can join a Lake Hudson Tournament June 10, Campground Hosts fishing tournament at the fishing pier and compete Recreation Area 2006 517-467-7401 for prizes. Lenawee County Fishing Saturday, 10 a.m. Paula & Clifford Jodoin, Children of campers from ages 5 to 16 can join a W. J. Hayes State Tournament June 10, Campground Hosts fishing tournament at the fishing pier and compete Park 2006 517-467-7401 for prizes. Livingston H.E.R.O. Saturday, 10 a.m. to Joe Hall Honor Emergency Response Operations at the County GO Day June 10, 3 p.m. 810-229-6566 Chilson Picnic Shelters. Smokey the Bear, Sparky the Brighton 2006 Fire Pup, fire fighters, police officers, DNR officers, Recreation Area Red Cross personnel and emergency responders will show their stuff. Activities range from fire safety, water ball competitions, miniature golf, air boat demonstrations and even an opportunity to try your hand on a fire hose team. You will be able to meet and talk to all the heroes of Livingston County. Mackinac Bonfire and Saturday, 7 p.m. to Wayne Burnett Enjoy a bonfire and s’mores in the day-use area and County S’mores June 10, 9 p.m. 906-643-8620 watch the lights come on. What a Straits State Park 2006 relaxing end to a busy day! Mackinac and Various Saturday Variable Web Site: The full summer schedule opens this weekend at Cheboygan Activities June 10, www.mackinacparks.com Mackinac Island, Fort Michimilimackinac and Counties 2006 Historic Mill Creek. Visit the web site for a complete Mackinac events listing of the weekend. Historic State Parks Macomb County Flying Demo Saturday, 10 a.m. Lenox Bowman Weather permitting, radio-controlled flying Wetzel State and Geocache June 10, and 586-254-2493 demonstrations by the Radio Control Club of Detroit Recreation Area Challenge 2006 4 p.m. begin at 10 a.m. At 4 p.m., the Friends of Wetzel State Recreation Area will host a Geocache Challenge. Free pop and snacks will be available. Manistee Project GO June 10-11, 10 a.m. to Alvin Elzinga See what’s new in camping. Vacation Trailer Sales County 2006 4 p.m. 231-723-7422 will have some of the newest trailers on the market Orchard Beach on display in the park’s day use area from 10 a.m. to State Park 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Accessories such as grills, folding tables, chairs and many new items to make camping even better also will be displayed. At 11 a.m. on Saturday, the park staff will conduct a youth casting contest in the day use area with prizes. At 1 p.m., bring a white cotton T-shirt to make a tie- dyed shirt. Marquette Free Fishing June 10-11, TBA Doug Barry Enjoy free fishing on the Upper Peninsula's second County on Lake 2006 906-339-4461 largest inland lake -- Lake Michigamme. Additional Van Riper State Michgamme activities include a hula hoop contest, water balloon Park contest, small fry fishing games, a scavenger hunt and minnow and crawfish races. Don’t miss the fun. Mecosta County Youth Fishing Saturday, 11 a.m. to Eric Fransen Children aged 5 to 12 can enter a fishing Lake Mecosta Tournament June 10, 1 p.m. 989-386-4088 tournament. Signup begins at 10:30 a.m. Boating Access 2006 Tournament concludes at 1 p.m. with prizes awarded Site at 1:30 p.m. Lakeside Motor Sports and the Mecosta County Sheriff’s Marine division will be present with information and handouts. Hotdogs and drinks will be provided. Monroe County Fishing Derby Saturday, Variable Jamie Allen A Fishing Derby from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. kicks off the Sterling State and Nature June 10, 734-289-2715 day of fun and nature programs. Guided Nature Park Programs 2006 walks will be held at 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and3:30 p.m. A Little Critters Program will be held at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. Montmorency Project GO Saturday, Variable Clear Lake State Park A bike parade, a sponge toss contest, a scavenger County Events June 10, 989-785-2359 hunt and a campfire with stories and s'mores are all Clear Lake State 2006 planned for the day. Don’t miss out on the fun. Park Muskegon Project GO Saturday, Variable P.J. Hoffmaster State A birding hike, a plant sale and programs on skulls, County Events June 10, Park wildflowers, frogs and more are all planned at this P.J. Hoffmaster 2006 231-798-3711 daylong event that celebrates the outdoors and State Park Hoffmaster’s ecosystems and the artwork it inspires. Muskegon Project GO Saturday, Variable Kevin Klco Geocaching, sandcastle building, star-gazing and County Events June 10, 231-744-3480 more are scheduled for an entire day of fun and Muskegon State 2006 chances to compete for prizes. Don’t miss a single Park minute of the fun and games. Oakland County Tai Chi Sunday, 10 a.m. to Bob Remer Enjoy a tai chi demonstration at the beach area. Bald Mountain June 11, noon 248-693-6767 Enjoy a morning of ancient, natural movement of Recreation Area 2006 grace and power in a natural environment. Oakland County Volunteer Saturday, 9 a.m. to Laurel Malvitz Help protect the rare wetlands of the Graham Lake Bald Mountain Steward June 10, noon 248-685-2187 Fen Complex by removing garlic mustard. Meet at the Recreation Area Workday 2006 [email protected] parking lot just east of 2430 W. Predmore, the only driveway on the north side of the road besides the East Graham Boat Launch. Oakland County Fun Fly Demo Saturday, Variable At 10 a.m., check out the Fun Fly event at the Highland and Free Pony June 10, 248-889-3750 remote-controlled flying field by the United Flying Recreation Area Rides 2006 Organization. The flyers will perform a variety of stunts including a banner limbo, egg drop, extended glide – all set to music. Free Pony Rides for children under 8 years old will be offered from noon to 5 p.m. at the stable concessions. Oakland County Volunteer Saturday 9 a.m. to Laurel Malvitz Join ongoing efforts to restore this area to an open Highland Steward June 10, 3 p.m. 248-685-2187 grassland. Volunteers will be hauling and piling Recreation Area Workday at 2006 [email protected] brush and stacking fire wood. Meet at the Silo Field the Silo Field Trial Area parking lot off Livingston Road, between Trial Area Pettibone Lake and Beaumont Roads. Oakland County Fishing Saturday, 9 a.m. to Dennis Wilson Take advantage of the free fishing weekend and bring Ortonville Contest and June 10, 4 p.m. 810-797-4439 the whole family to a Fishing Contest on Big Fish Recreation Area Kayak Rides 2006 Lake. Participants must register, in person, at the entrance booth between 9 am and noon. Fish entries caught this day must be checked in at the North Picnic Shelter prior to 3 p.m. Prizes will be awarded at 3:30 p.m. Eligible candidates must be present to receive a prize. Free Kayak Rides will be offered from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. by Rocky’s Outdoor Equipment. Oakland County Project GO Saturday, 9 a.m. to Karis Floyd Boating, fitness, horseback riding, mountain biking, Pontiac Lake Events June 10, 3 p.m. 248-666-5403 fishing and much more are planned for a fun day of Recreation Area 2006 entertaining outdoor recreation. This is your chance to try it all! Check out the web site for more details of events, times and locations at this popular Oakland County recreation area. Oakland County Project GO Saturday, Variable Paul Augsburger Enjoy it all at Proud Lake beginning with Breakfast Proud Lake Events June 10, 248-685-2433 with the Birds at 8 a.m. at the canoe concessions Recreation Area 2006 area. At 10 a.m. a horse trail ride begins at the equestrian staging area and a fishing derby gets underway at the Power Beach area. Don’t miss out. Oakland County GO Play Saturday, 10 a.m. to James Case or It’s a full day of fun, beginning with a nature Seven Lakes Games! June 10, 5 p.m. Tim Buckley scavenger hunt at 10 a.m. and followed by tug-o-war, State Park 2006 248-634-7271 sidewalk chalk coloring, outdoor story time, duck- duck goose and fishing demonstrations. Children 13 and under can join a casting contest. Parents are welcome to participate in the Free Fishing Weekend with their children. Anyone interested in a volleyball tournament on the beach? Oceana County Project GO- Saturday, 10 a.m. to Learn about sea lamprey, make a flying rainbow Mears State Park Get Outdoors! June 10, 8 p.m. 231-869-2051 trout, hike the dunes and make s’mores while 2006 listening to campfire stories. It’s a whole day of fun and outdoor activities. Ogemaw County Explore the Saturday, 10 a.m. to Lori Ruff Entry-level Geocaching class begins at 10 a.m. Rifle River Wilds of Rifle June 10, 1 p.m. 989-473-3803 Several caches will be placed for this event. Explore Recreation Area River 2006 the Wild hike begins at 11 a.m. Grilled hotdogs and cold drinks will be available at the beach from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ontonagon and Project GO- Saturday, Variable Bob Wild Start the day off with a pancake breakfast at the Gogebic Try it All! June 10, 906-885-5206 Union Bay Campground Hosts’ site. Try your hand at Counties 2006 archery from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ski Hill with Porcupine Interpreter Bob Wild. The Friends of the Porkies will Mountains be holding a timber framing demonstration at 5 p.m. Wilderness State Wrap up the day at 7:30 p.m. with a guided tour to Park Cloud Peak with Manager Bob Sprague. Ottawa County Beach Movie Saturday, 8:30 p.m. Pat Whalen Enjoy music and movies on the famous Grand Haven Grand Haven Night June 10, 616-847-1940 Beach. Acoustical music begins at 8:30 a.m. The State Park 2006 movie "Ferris Buehler's Day Off" will be shown at 9:30 a.m. The film is rated PG. In partnership with the Grand Haven Area Schools, the event will promote the Beach Survival Challenge and beach safety along the Great Lakes. Ottawa County Free Fishing June 10-11, Variable Laurie Bierlein Join a karate demonstration, make sand castles, join Holland State and Family 2006 616-399-9390 family games and enjoy a campfire – and don’t forget Park Fun the free fishing too! Roscommon RV and Boat June 10-11, 10 a.m. to Eric Cowing Check out the latest in recreational vehicles and County Show 2006 4 p.m. 989-821-6374 boats at the boat show in the day use area. Vendors South Higgins will include Travel Land RV Center of Houghton Lake, Lake State Park Pioneer Hills Marine and Old Point Comfort Marine of Higgins Lake. Schoolcraft Something Saturday, 10 a.m. to Leah Sexton Discover the history in Grand-dad’s suitcase and take County Fishy June 10, noon 906-341-2355 a ride on the raft across the Kitch-iti-kipi Spring. Palms Book State Grand-dad’s 2006 Park Suitcase Schoolcraft Something Saturday, 2 p.m. to Leah Sexton Make a fishy flying kite keepsake to remember the County Fishy June 10, 3 p.m. 906-341-2355 day. Join the park explorer guide at the Beach Picnic Indian Lake State Kite Flying 2006 Shelter to make and fly your fishy crafts. Park St. Clair County River and Saturday, TBD Steve Pondo In cooperation with River Days in St Clair County Algonac State Trail Cleanup June 10, 810-765-5605 and the Down River Recreation Commission, join a Park 2006 cleanup of the Dredge Cut Creek and the Bridge to Bay Trail. Pizza will be provided to all volunteers at the picnic shelter after the event. St. Clair County Outdoor Expo Saturday, 10 a.m. to Mark Sine The FDR Day Use Area will host a plethora of events Lakeport State June 10, 2 p.m. 810-327-6224 Office and happenings. Get fitted for a lifejacket, visit with Park 2006 Smokey the Bear, watch a radio controlled flying demonstration and tons more. Van Buren Summer Saturday, 10 a.m. to Shana McMillan Catch and Release Fishing for youth ages 5 – 16. County Fishing Days June 10, 3 p.m. 269-668-2876 Programs will be offered at 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and 12 Wolf Lake Fish 2006 p.m. Pre-registration is required, please call ahead to Hatchery reserve slot. Equipment and bait provided. Tours of the fish hatchery will be offered at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Tours are for all ages and are approximately 30 minutes in length. Pre-registration is NOT required for hatchery tours. Washtenaw Ann Arbor Sunday, Register: Elite Endeavors Swim, bike and run for this popular annual race. County Triathlon/ June 11, 6:45 a.m. www.eliteendeavors.com/ Internet registration only. No on-site registrations Pinckney Duathlon 2006 Race: aainfo.html accepted. Recreation Area 8 a.m. Washtenaw Mentoring June 10-11, 1 p.m. to Kimberly Beck-Hall Two whole days of fun, adventure, learning, County Day 2006 4 p.m. 734-475-8307 or conservation and stewardship are planned. Trail Waterloo Laurel Malvitz treasure hunt, Michigan mammals, live animals, archery, boating, Native American re-enactments and Recreation Area 248-685-2187 planting native prairie grasses are all on tap throughout the weekend. Wayne County Fishing Derby Saturday, 10 a.m. to Fishing Derby sponsored by Steve's Bait Shop from Tri-Centennial and Outdoor June 10, 3 p.m. 734-289-2715 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A kick boxing aerobics exercise State Park and Exercise 2006 class by Powerhouse Gym will be held from 1 p.m. to Harbor 2 p.m. and wrap up the day with a scavenger hunt to learn more about Michigan’s 97th state park. Wexford County Family June 10-11, 10 a.m. to Rick Torres Saturday, June 10, will feature a Family Fishing Mitchell State Fishing 2006 4 p.m. 231-779-1321 Contest from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Participants must Park and Carl T. register, in person, at the center by noon. Fish Johnson Hunting entries caught this day must be checked in at the & Fishing Center center prior to 3 p.m. Prizes will be awarded at 3:30 p.m. in the classroom at the center. Eligible candidates must be present at drawing to receive a prize. Fishing skills activities and simulations will be presented throughout the day. Fishing tackle and bait will be available for use by the public free of charge, refreshments will be served. All Locations Bird Watching June 10-11, Variable Glenn Palmgren Everyone is invited to participate in Project GO-Get Activities 2006 517-373-7844 Outdoors by going birding (observing and identifying [email protected] wild birds) in your favorite Michigan state park or recreation area. Show your support for these unique pieces of land and their importance to the birding community. Help to increase everyone’s knowledge of birds’ use of state parks and recreation areas during the breeding season.