State Park Events

Rifle River Recreation Area - AuSable Valley Triathlon

The AuSable Valley Triathlon begins at the Mio Pond Boating Access Site, managed by Rifle River Recreation Area, and offers a scenic, multi-sport challenge through Northern Michigan.



The race kicks off with a 1-mile kayak course across Mio Pond, followed by an 11-mile bike ride to Boney Park in

Charles Mears State Park - COVE Benefit Beach Walk or Run

The COVE Benefit Beach Walk/Run features a 5K walk/run and a 10K run, both starting and finishing at Charles Mears State Park. All races are officially timed by RunSignUp.com (Runner's Edge), with age group awards presented across all events.



The 5K course includes a mix of pavement, dirt roads

Becoming an Outdoors Woman – Beyond BOW Hike: Read a Good Forest Lately?

Enjoy the great outdoors with Becoming an Outdoors Woman and the DNR Wildlife Division. This program offers a mix of outdoor skills. 

Every ecosystem offers obscure clues revealing deep secrets. While the casual observer might miss these clues, participants will learn to "read" Gourdneck State Game

Cambridge Junction - Jackson County Free Museum Day

Historic Walker Tavern at Cambridge Junction Historic State Park is one of 15 museums participating in Experience Jackson's 9th Annual Jackson County Free Museum Day! The first 50 visitors to each museum will receive a uniquely designed sticker specific to that location. Each museum will also offer

Becoming an Outdoors Woman – May 23, Beyond BOW Fabulous Fungi and Foraging

 Join a certified foraging expert to learn all about the basics of safe foraging practices. This program includes a lesson on uses of foraged finds as well as a walk through the woods to find what is in season! Learn about what it takes to become a foraging expert and sample some of the provided

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