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 November
Scroll down for park news, upcoming programs, volunteer opportunities, and more. Thanks for reading!
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 Park Closure
North Ottawa Dunes & Ottawa Sands will be CLOSED Nov 21-24, 2025 for an annual wildlife management hunt. The parks will reopen Tuesday, November 25.
New! Sunset Cam at North Beach Park ☀️🌊
🌲 Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Update
Staff, volunteers, and park visitors have continued to detect and report populations of hemlock woolly adelgid throughout the park system. Our team has been treating affected trees with imidacloprid injections, which protect hemlocks for roughly 4–6 years.
Treatment progress by park:
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Rosy Mound Natural Area: 96% of 1,987 injectable hemlocks treated.
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Stearns Creek: 51 hemlocks treated in a small patch along the creek, with more scheduled for tagging next season.
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Hemlock Crossing: 89% of 177 injectable hemlocks treated, primarily along the river.
Want to learn more about invasive forest threats?
Join us for an upcoming presentation to learn more about the most serious threats and how you can help prevent their spread and protect the health of our forests.
 Service Saturday: Invasive Plant Removal
Nov 15 • 10 am-12 pm • Eastmanville Bayou
We will work together to remove woody invasive species such as honeysuckle, autumn olive, and bittersweet. All equipment and training will be provided.
 Mark your Calendars! 🗓️
One loop of our lit trails will be softly decorated with holiday lights each evening from dusk until park close. Enjoy a peaceful, self-guided stroll through the forest with friends and family! Don’t miss Night Lights with Bikes on December 6 from 5-7 PM.
 📷 Mug Club Photo Contest Reveal
November 25, 7-9 PM - Hemlock Crossing
Celebrate the start of the Coffee with the Birds season by gathering with other bird lovers to witness the reveal of the photo contest winner and new Mug Club mug! Afterward, stay for an entertaining birding presentation.
 Featured Programs
Click here for a full list of programs coming up in Ottawa County Parks!
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Trailside First Aid
Nov 18, 6:30-8:30 PM - Hemlock Crossing
Join Parks Recreation and Wellness Lead, Tabitha, RN, for wilderness medicine response tips. Learn how to handle unexpected trail emergencies while awaiting professional help. Please bring your usual trail pack, water, a journal, and a pen. Weather permitting, the session will be held outdoors. Registration required (ages 18+).
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