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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.
 

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.
 

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! 
 

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.
 

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 served.    

 

 

 

The Friends of Ottawa County Parks is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization
 dedicated to connecting people with nature, recreation and community
 by partnering with the Ottawa County Parks & Recreation Commission