2nd Annual Nature Festival

 

You and your family are invited to join Missaukee Conservation District (MCD) in celebrating Arbor Day and Earth Day at Missaukee County Offices, located at 6180 W Sanborn Road, Lake City, on Saturday, May 2 from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm. The festivities will take place on or near The “N.E.W.” Missaukee Fitness and Nature Trail including many fun and educational activities:

  • Band Blasting Workouts

Fun and easy exercises that you can do at home, all you need is a resistance band.

These exercises are low impact and can be modified for all fitness levels from beginner to advanced. Thank you to Kim Harrigan, Health Educator for District Health Department #10 for coordinating this event.

  • Build Your Own Terrarium
    Build your very own terrarium to take home with you. Thank you to Sharon Pintrick, Missaukee MSUE 4-H Agent, for coordinating this event.
  • Build a Bagel Birdfeeder
    Take home a tasty morsel for your feathered friends to enjoy. Thank you to Donna Kirchoff, MCD volunteer, for coordinating this event.
  • Alphabet Hike
    Walk the trail and find letters of the alphabet grown in nature. Thank you to Irene and Doug Law, MCD volunteers, for coordinating this event.
  • Scavenger Hunt
    The purpose of this activity is to teach participants to be observant and respectful of nature. Coordinated by MCD.
  • Girl Scout Cookies
    If you missed your chance to purchase girl scout cookies, Girl Scouts will be selling their wares.
  • Lunch
    Always a favorite. Hotdogs and a drink will be served on the trail. Coordinated by MCD.
  • Recycling Displays
    View practical ideas to reuse or recycle everyday items. Thank you to the Friendly Garden Club for coordinating this display.
  • Missaukee District Library
    A display of “reusable” books, magazines and movies available. Visit your local library for nature, recycling and earth information. Need a library card? Come and fill out an application. Thank you to Michelle Moore, Missaukee District Library Librarian, for coordinating this display.
  • Seedlings for Sale
    Missed the seedling sale? No problem, come browse our seedling offering; products remaining from tree sale taking place April 24-25 will be available.

 

As always, The “N.E.W” Missaukee Fitness and Nature Trail is always open for the public to enjoy.