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Reuse Sale
Results
Despite rain followed by bitter
cold , the Reuse Resale at the Eastmanville Barn April 25 and 26 raised
approximately $4500, according to Chairpersons Mike and Char Cary. They
headed a team which gathered and priced donations for the Friends of Ottawa
County Parks fundraiser. Proceeds are dedicated to the proposed Nature
Center at Hemlock Crossing, expected to open in 2009.
The Carys and Friends of the Parks
thank everyone who helped make the event such a success, especially the many
generous donors and shoppers who braved the elements to support the sale.
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Cruise the Grand on the
Grand Lady
May 22nd The second annual Spring Grand River Greenway
excursion departs 10:00 AM, May 22 for a 17 mile cruise to Fruitport.
Learn about the river corridor's ecology and its fascinating history from a
variety of speakers. Develop a greater understanding of the vision behind
the Grand River Greenway initiative and see first-hand the public lands
which have been acquired.
Click here to download more information and
reservation form.
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Family
Fishing Days
Friends of Ottawa County
Parks’ Family Fishing Day was such a success in 2007 that TWO are being
planned for this summer. They will be held from 6-9 p.m. at Grand River
Park in Georgetown Township on Thursday, June 26 and Thursday, August 21.
There is no charge nor are reservations needed. Snacks will be provided.
Friends will be on hand to help youngsters with baiting hooks, etc.
Parents, be sure to bring your cameras!
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Friends
Picnic
Kirk Park’s Shelter will
again be the site of a Friends’ Picnic and hike on Sunday, July 20 from
4-6:30 p.m. Friends, parks staff and persons thinking of joining the
Friends are invited to attend. This year’s theme will be “Christmas in
July”. Beverages, grilled meats, chips and condiments will be provided.
Bring a dish to pass. Please call 616-837-8244 by July 18 if you plan to
attend and if you will need a pass for this entrance-fee park.
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Annual
Meeting
The third Annual Meeting
of Friends of Ottawa County Parks, Inc. is scheduled for 7 p.m., Wednesday,
September 17, in Conference Room D at the County’s Fillmore Complex. Members
will vote on a new Board of Directors and honor the 30 Park Monitors for
their year of service. Once again, John Scholtz and staff will provide maps
and narrative of park developments and acquisitions. Refreshments will be
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