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Thu, 26 April 2012
| Sat, 19 May 2012 | ||
| 8:00 AM | to | 12:00 PM |
Rotary Spring Throwdown Disc Golf Tournament
May 19th, 2012
Please come and support the Grayling Rotary Club!! This is the organization that has introduced and funded the two AMAZING courses at Hanson Hills Recreation Area. This is a “Fundraiser Event”. All proceeds will go toward future community projects funded by the Grayling Rotary Club.
Open Division $20
1st Round
18 HOLES Modified Pine Knoll/PDGA Course
2nd Round
18 HOLES Modified Pine Knoll/PDGA Course
Players Pack Included
Awards TBD
Recreation Division $20
1st Round
18 HOLES Modified Pine Knoll/PDGA Course
2nd Round
18 HOLES Modified Pine Knoll/PDGA Course
Players Pack Included
Awards TBD
Beginner Division $15
1st Round
18 HOLES Modified Pine Knoll/PDGA Course
Players Pack Included
Awards TBD
WWW.HANSONHILLS.ORG
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Wed, 25 April 2012
| Sat, 05 May 2012 | ||
| 8:00 AM | to | 2:00 PM |
Spring is in the air! One sure sign of that is the annual Plow Day at Wellington Farm, USA near Grayling. On Saturday, May 5 members of the Wellington Antique Tractor and Engine Club will be arriving at the farm with their tractors. They will begin with coffee and donuts shortly after 8 a.m. after which they will begin plowing the fields which will be planted to farm crops later in the spring. Everyone is cordially invited to come and watch the plowing and roam about the farm free of charge. Some of the buildings may be open as workers are preparing the park for opening day which is set for May 19. A lunch will be available at noon. Tractor owners who are not members of the club and would like to bring their tractors are more than welcome to do so. Several new items will be added to the 60-acre living history complex this year including the opening of the Broom Shop, the Perry T. Lampkin Historic Display and a new jungle gym for the goats. The farm’s gift shop and museum will be open on May 5.
Wellington Farm is located at 6944 S. Military Road just off I-75 and US-127 southwest of Grayling. The 60-acre facility depicts rural life as it was lived during the Great Depression. Wellington Farm is open to the public from 9:00 until 5:00 6 days a week until Halloween. The farm is closed on Monday. Wellington Farm Park, Inc. is a 501©3 non profit corporation.
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Tags: Wed, 25 April 2012
| Sun, 06 May 2012 | ||
| 10:30 AM | to | 2:30 PM |
Residents of Northern Michigan are cordially invited to attend a free visit to Wellington Farm USA near Grayling on May 6, 2012. Included in the event will be a free pancake brunch. Doors at the 60-acre living history farm will open at 10:30 a.m. and the first tour will depart the Visitors Center at 11 a.m. Additional tours will depart every 20 minutes for the remainder of the event. The last tour will be at 2:20 p.m.
Wellington Farm USA which depicts life as it was lived during the Great Depression has often been referred to as Northern Michigan’s best kept secret. Others have referred to it as the “Greenfield Village of the North”. Whatever the case may be, the management and staff of Wellington Farm Park, Inc. want to provide local residents with this one opportunity to make themselves familiar with the historic complex. “We want locals to see what a economic asset Wellington is to Northern Michigan” said museum founder Howard Taylor.
Wellington Farm USA is located south of Grayling on Military Road within easy reach of both I-75 and US-127. Travelers on I-75 exit at 251 or Exit 206 of US-127. Directional signs mark the way from both expressways. Additional information can be obtained by calling 989.348.5187 or visiting the website at www.wellingtonfarmpark.org
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Fri, 20 April 2012
| Sat, 21 April 2012 | ||
| 4:00 PM | to | 6:00 PM |
Looking for something to do on Saturday….Come out to Kirtland Community College tomorrow, April 21st!!! R.O.A.R.’s Battle of the Bands will be presenting Controlled Burn, Hail Your Highness, Lewis Condor, Lost Identity, Dactylion, and The CC Singer Show. Doors open at 4pm and the 1st band takes the stage at 4:30. $5 entry fee, with R.O.A.R. t-shirts, band merchandise, & concessions available!!!! Contact Lori @ Warbler’s Nest (275-5000 ext. 233) for available child care until 9:30 that evening. See ya there 
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Fri, 20 April 2012
Forest Dunes Golf Club is set to open for the 2012 season on Saturday, April 28.
One of America’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses according to Golf Digest, Forest Dunes is a 7,104-yard, par 72, Tom Weiskopf-signature designed course.
Located off Chase Bridge road between Grayling and Roscommon, Forest Dunes also offers Sangomore’s Restaurant, Tocco’s Grille with a full-service bar, and six luxury rental homes.
Open for public play, the course features two distinct nines with a tree-lined front “Forest Nine” and an open “Dunes Nine” on the back with native wasteland and wild grasses. Known for its immaculate course conditions and fast greens, Forest Dunes is playable for any level of golfer with five sets of tee boxes, including a comfortable distance for juniors.
Under new ownership, Forest Dunes encourages you to take advantage of spring pricing. From April 28 through May 16, guests can play 18 holes with cart for just $59. The rate from May 17 through May 31 is $89 for 18 holes and peak season begins on June 1.
If you aren’t a golfer, Forest Dunes offers a dining experience for all occasions, celebrating traditional American cuisine with a Northern Michigan flair. The grand dining room is set within the magnificent Adirondack-style clubhouse with vaulted ceilings, a fieldstone fireplace and intricate woodwork.
Construction begins this summer on a 22-room hotel on the property. The Inn at Forest Dunes will include 18 standard rooms and four suites. It is scheduled to open next spring at the start of golf season.
To book tee times or make dinner reservations at Forest Dunes, call (989) 275-0700. You can find Forest Dunes on the web at forestdunesgolf.com.
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Thu, 12 April 2012
| Sat, 21 April 2012 | ||
| 11:00 AM | to | 4:00 PM |
EARTH DAY CELEBRATION
AT HARTWICK PINES STATE PARK
April 21, 2012
ACTIVITY SCHEDULE
11 a.m. Birding Hike along the Old Growth Trail
Location: Meet at the Back Deck of the Visitor Center
Program Duration: Approx. 1 hour; 1mile walk
Walk with an experienced birder along the Old Growth Trail and learn how to be a successful birder. A wide variety of birds can be found (and heard) along the Old Growth Trail. How many can you find?
1 p.m. SPECIAL MOVIE PRESENTATION
GREEN FIRE: Aldo Leopold and a Land Ethic for our Time
Location: Visitor Center Auditorium
Program Duration: Approx. 73 minutes
This recently released movie invites the audience into Aldo Leopold’s writing and thoughts on conservation, a perfect way to celebrate Earth Day! Carrie Scott (USFS) will introduce the movie and engage the audience in conversation about the movie.
2 p.m. Birding along the AuSable Trail
Location: Meet at the Visitor Center’s Front Desk
Program Duration: Approx. 2 hours; 3 ½ mile hike
This guided hike along the AuSable Trail invites you to take in the beauty of spring migration. You’ll hear (and hopefully see) a variety of warblers, sparrows and thrushes. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes for the trail is not paved.
ALL DAY ACTIVITIES
AuSable-Manistee Fiber Guild: Location, Visitor Center Classroom; Watch and learn how these ladies weave their creations with natural materials.
Bird House Plans: Location, Visitor Center; Several build-your-own birdhouse plans are on display. Take home a plan and make a birdhouse to put up at your house.
Arts & Crafts Activities: Location, Visitor Center; Spring means warmer weather and that means butterflies will emerge soon. Come and make your very own tie-dyed butterfly!
Contact: Craig Kasmer
(989) 348-2537
email: kasmerc@michigan.gov
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Fri, 06 April 2012
Department of Natural Resources Director Rodney Stokes informed the Natural Resources Commission at its April meeting Thursday that the DNR was lowering many fees at state forest campgrounds to align them more closely with fees at state parks and recreation areas offering similar amenities.
Most state forest campgrounds will have a $13 per site, per night fee rate (a reduction of $2). Campgrounds identified as equestrian state forest campgrounds, those associated with ORV trails, and the semi-modern Houghton Lake state forest campground will charge a $17 per site, per night rate (a reduction of $3).
Rates for group camps – identified either as a canoe camp, trail camp, or group camp — will remain at a fee of $6 per person, per night, while cabins remain at the $65 per night fee.
Approximately 270 campsites at a variety of state forest campgrounds spread over 11 counties can be reserved through the state’s on-line reservation system. For more information, visit www.midnrreservations.com.
“The goal is to create a quality atmosphere for a rustic camping experience in state forest campgrounds at an appropriate fee,” said Ron Olson, DNR Parks and Recreation chief. “Also new this year will be the requirement to purchase a Recreation Passport to access all state forest campgrounds, in addition to Michigan state parks, recreation areas, and state-administered boating access fee sites.”
The Recreation Passport, which replaced motor vehicle permits, is also required at non-motorized state trail parking areas. This new way to fund Michigan’s outdoor recreation opportunities helps preserve state forest campgrounds, trails, and historic and cultural sites in state parks. Also, the Passport will improve funding for state park infrastructure and rehabilitation and provide park development grants to local communities.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the state’s natural and cultural resources for current and future generations. For more information, go to www.michigan.gov/dnr.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 6, 2012
Contact: Ron Olson, 517-373-9900, or Ed Golder, 517-335-3014
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Fri, 30 March 2012
| Sat, 18 August 2012 |
Rotary Fall Flinger Fundraiser Disc Golf Tournament
August 18th, 2012
Please come and support the Grayling Rotary Club!! This is the organization that has introduced and funded the two AMAZING courses at Hanson Hills Recreation Area.
This is a “Fundraiser Event”. All proceeds will go toward future community projects funded by the Grayling Rotary Club.
Open Division $20
1st Round
(19 holes) Grayling Rotary PDGA Course.
(Long Tees)
2nd Round
(9 holes) Grayling Rotary PDGA Course.
(Long Tees), then (9 holes) Pine Knoll Course (Long Tees).
Players Pack Included
Awards TBD
Recreation Division $20
1st Round
(19 holes) Grayling Rotary PDGA Course.
(Short Tees)
2nd Round
(18 holes) Pine Knoll Course.
(Short & Long Tees)
Players Pack Included
Awards TBD
Beginner Division
$15
(18 holes) Pine Knoll Course.
(Short & Long Tees)
Players Pack Included
Awards TBD
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Wed, 28 March 2012
| Sat, 26 May 2012 | ||
| 6:00 AM | to | 2:00 PM |
Race Location:
Hanson Hills Recreation Area, M-93 Grayling Michigan
Event Description:
100 mile Mountain Bike Race – Michigan Cup Endurance Series race #2
Course Description:
Race will start Downtown Grayling with a controlled start – approx 1.5 mi road to trail – Trail is approx. 24.5 miles per lap of Single and Dbl track trails
Time Schedule:
Friday May 25th 2012
4:00pm – 10pm Late Registration & rider check in @ Hanson Hills Rec Area
Saturday May 26th 2012
6:00am – 6:30am Pre-Registration # Pickup @ Downtown Start in K Mart parking lot; No day of race Registration!
6:45am Mandatory riders meeting @ starting line
7:00am Start of Hanson Hills Hundred
2:00pm Approx 1st Finishing riders
3:00pm Racer post race meal
4:30pm Awards
Required Equipment:
No License Required, ANSI Approved Helmet
Bicycle in proper working order
Lap counting ability and a Competitive spirit
General Information:
Free swag to the first 100 registered riders including event T shirt.
5 riders or teams per age group makes a class
Overnight camping sites – $15 1 night $25 weekend per site
Only one rider per team on the course at a time.
Two person teams required to do a minimum of 2 laps per person during the event to qualify for awards & points.
On course repairs may be performed by registered riders/racers only
Food & water support may be provided by anyone to anyone at anytime
Prize Drawings for all participants!
Ideal Family fun, Spectators welcome free of charge
Bicycle Sales & Services provided by The Bicycle Shop (Free bike check, repairs & parts are additional).
Your best 5 races count for the 2012 MCES race series!
Contact & Additional Information:
Fun Promotions LLC 616-453-4245
Lodging please call Ramada Inn of Grayling 989-348-7611 mention bike race for special rate!
Event Fees:
Individuals/Solo riders – Males compete in 3 age groups, Single Speed & Women compete separate.
Awards to top 10 in all classes receive awards
Pre reg $125 untill April 1st Late reg $150
On-Line coupon Code for Solo = SOLO100
2 Person teams – awards to top 3 teams in each class
Pre reg $150 untill April 1st Late Reg $200
On-Line coupon Code for Solo = TEAM100
race age as of 12-31-2012
Classes:
Solo – 29 & under, 30-39, 40+, Single Speed, Womens
Two person Teams – Open Sport & Open Advanced
Elite Team – 2 person only 75% payback
Please send registration to: Pre registration deadline April 1st 2012
Fun Promotions LLC PO BOX 1383 Grand Rapids, Mich 49501
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Wed, 28 March 2012
| Sat, 19 May 2012 |
Hanson Hills Recreation Area is hosting a disc golf tournament as a fundraiser for the Rotary Club on May 19. More information will be posted as it is available.
