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"*Michigan state parks news - August 2023*"

*Shoreline riding, fat-tire biking seasons returning to Silver Lake*

horses riding Lake Michigan shoreline; fat-tire bikes resting on dunes

Last year?s inaugural horseback riding and fat-tire biking seasons at Silver Lake State Park State Park ORV Area [ [link removed] ] were such a success, the DNR is bringing them back this fall and winter! These dune and shoreline opportunities are part of continuing efforts to expand outdoor recreation at the park in the off-season.?


* Equestrians can ride the Lake Michigan shoreline during the official shoreline horseback riding season Nov. 1-30 [ [link removed] ]. The registration fee is $10 per horse per day, and 125 slots are available each day. Registration opens 8 a.m. Friday, Sept. 1.
* Cyclists can enjoy 450 acres of open sand dunes, elevation changes of 80-100 feet, access to Lake Michigan and sunsets over the lake from the top of the dunes during the fat-tire biking season Dec. 15-March 15 [ [link removed] ]. There is no cost or registration.

"A Recreation Passport [ [link removed] ] is required for vehicle entry into state parks.?A Recreation Passport self-pay station is available at the lot entrance."



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Book your 'Lodge & Learn' getaway at the RAM Center

bird's eye view of RAM Center shoreline on Higgins Lake with fall leaves

Scenic views, outdoor adventure, fun with family and friends?? you'll find all of this and more during our unique "Lodge & Learn" weekend getaways at the Ralph A. MacMullan Conference Center [ [link removed] ].

Nestled?on the northern shore of Higgins Lake, the RAM Center [ [link removed] ]?is a one-of-a-kind meeting and conference facility. It also opens its doors to individuals, families or small groups at a variety of events, workshops and weekend getaways.

Families, friends and other small groups can build?outdoor recreation know-how?during summer-camp style programming at upcoming?"Lodge & Learn" weekend getaways [ [link removed] ]. Packages include two nights of lodging, educational activities, kayak rentals and more.


* Aug. 11-13 [ [link removed] ] and Aug. 18-20 [ [link removed] ]: Local wildlife, ecosystems and outdoor skills.
* Sept. 29-30 [ [link removed] ]:?Nature's Palette.?Take a painting class, learn about Michigan fish and aquatic health, and more.?


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Mackinac Bridge to close to vehicle traffic Labor Day morning

Mackinac Bridge spanning over water

If your Labor Day weekend travel plans include crossing the Mighty Mac Monday, Sept. 4, please keep in mind that the Mackinac Bridge Authority closes the bridge 6:30 a.m. to noon for the Annual Mackinac Bridge Walk.

If you're looking for things to fill your time, participating in the Mackinac Bridge Walk [ [link removed] ] is free (and registration isn't required). There's also lots to do on both sides of the bridge, such as visiting Mackinaw City or Ocqueoc Falls in the Lower Peninsula or exploring St. Ignace or?Fayette Historic State Park in the Upper Peninsula.



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Exploring fiberglass boat recycling options

old photo of boat with dog and kid

Each year hundreds of fiberglass boats go out of service and either sit in yards, get landfilled or are illegally dumped on public and private property.

The DNR is part of a collaboration among 20-plus organizations working to solve the challenge of fiberglass boat recycling in Michigan, but there's a cost.

A few funding ideas have been "floated," but we need to hear from you on what you feel is the best way to fund this initiative. Share your thoughts with this?quick online survey [ [link removed] ]. It should take less than five minutes.

"Interested in other green boating initiatives? There are also easy options to recycle your shrink-wrap and fishing line [ [link removed] ]."



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