Category: Recreation
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Anthony Walter Recognized as Certified Tourism Ambassador of the Year for Work in Genesee County Parks
Genesee County, MI — On Wednesday evening, our very own Anthony Walter was recognized at the Art of Achievement Awards.… READ MORE
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Give Thanks for Muddy Mayhem at Moundsgiving
Genesee County, MI — It’s almost time for Moundsgiving at our very own Mounds ORV Park! The Mounds is Michigan’s premier 370-acre off-road… READ MORE
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Nov. 22: Ladies’ Night Out Returns to Crossroads Village
Genesee County, MI — Grab your besties and get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of fun at Ladies’ Night Out… READ MORE
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Photo of the Week: The Arrival of Fall at Richfield County Park
Richfield County Park, just north of Davison, is an incredible venue for recreation, with 345 acres tailored to the interests… READ MORE
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Photo of the Week: Apples to Cider at For-Mar
On Saturday, October 25, you can dive into the fall season with some fresh apple cider at For-Mar Nature Preserve… READ MORE
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Photo of the Week: Sturgeon Release
On Saturday nature enthusiasts gathered at Paddler’s Landing in Mott Park in Flint for a unique opportunity to witness the release of… READ MORE
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Coming September 27: Coffee, Calls, and Fall Birds at For-Mar
Genesee County, MI — Do you love birds, but struggle to tell them apart? Join the good folks at For-Mar… READ MORE
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Coming Saturday: Sturgeon Release in the Flint River
Genesee County, MI — On Saturday, September 20, 2025, residents are invited to gather at Paddler’s Landing in Mott Park… READ MORE
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Federal Grant of $5 Million to Enhance Riverbank Park in Flint
Genesee County, MI — Today, Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) announced new federal grant funding to enhance Riverbank Park in Flint,… READ MORE
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Board Approves Funds for Restoration of Iconic Footbridge at Richfield County Park
Genesee County, MI — The iconic footbridge at Richfield County Park, built in 1938 as part of Depression‑era Works Progress… READ MORE
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This Week: The Genesee County Fair is Back!
Genesee County, MI — The 2025 Genesee County Fair runs from August 19–24 at the Everett A. Cummings Center in… READ MORE
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This Week: The Ally Challenge is Back in Genesee County
Genesee County, MI — The Ally Challenge presented by McLaren is back in Genesee County this week and promises to… READ MORE
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Photo of the Week: Major Champion Golfer Stewart Cink at Ally Challenge Media Day
Photo: The 2024 Ally Challenge Champion and former Open Championship winner Stewart Cink gives a quick putting lesson in the… READ MORE
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Coming July 12-13: Touch-A-Truck Event at Crossroads Village
Genesee County, MI — It’s not too early to make plans for an unforgettable weekend for the family at Touch-A-Truck, where trucks,… READ MORE
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Photo of the Week: Sloan Auto Fair
Genesee County, MI — The 53rd Annual Sloan Museum Auto Fair, on grounds of the Flint Cultural Center, is back… READ MORE
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Visit For-Mar this Summer for Yoga in Nature
Genesee County, MI — Once we turn the heat down a little bit, you can make plans to enjoy Yoga… READ MORE
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Get Away, Right Away: Genesee County is Home to Pair of National Water Trails
Genesee County, MI — For residents who have lived in Genesee County all their lives, it can be easy to… READ MORE
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Mott Foundation Grants More Than $1 million to Support Trail Expansion Throughout Genesee County
Genesee County, MI — To help Flint area communities complete nonmotorized trail expansion projects, the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation granted… READ MORE
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Photo of the Week: Summer Camp Season is Almost Here
It’s almost summer camp season at For-Mar Nature Preserve and Arboretum! If you are interested in spending your summer with… READ MORE
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City of Burton Acquires Property for Future as Public Park, Connection to Iron Belle Trail
On Wednesday, Mlive Flint reported some exciting news coming out of the City of Burton, Genesee County’s second-largest city by… READ MORE
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