The Kalkaska Conservation District (KCD) and Live Well Kalkaska Substance Free Coalition (LWKSFC) are teaming up to bring your family another fun and healthy activity this summer!
On Thursday, July 24 we will hike the Upper Manistee Headwaters: The Milock Family Preserve. This 1,300 acre property has almost 6 miles of trails and is home to a variety of wildlife habitats.
We will not be walking all 6 miles of trails, but participants can expect to walk a total of 2-3 miles. We will ID trees & plants, look for wildlife, learn how to navigate trails, and practice mindfulness as a coping mechanism to handle everyday stressors.
Transportation is provided from the downtown Kalkaska municipal lot (Walnut & Third St) to the preserve. Lunch is also provided.
If your family is attending and would prefer to meet us at the preserve, please specify that in your RSVP. If driving separately, plan to meet us at the preserve at 10:00 am.
This event is for children 8 and up, but children under 8 are welcome if a parent or guardian attends.
Drop-off is at the municipal lot at 9:30 am. The bus will leave the lot by 9:45. Pick-up is at the municipal lot at 12:45 pm.
Please wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. We recommend bringing your own water bottle, but we will also have water available. This event will take place rain or shine. In the event of severe inclement weather, we will reschedule.
RSVPs are REQUIRED by Monday, June 21. Please fill out this Google Form COMPLETELY.
If you need to cancel your RSVP for any reason, please contact Sarah. Due to limited staffing and equipment, we cap these events. If you cannot attend, please let us know ASAP so we can give your spot to someone who can! We do not need a reason for your cancellation. A no-call, no-show to this event may affect your participation in future partnered events.
The partnership between Live Well Kalkaska Substance Free Coalition, Kalkaska County Sheriff’s Department, and the Kalkaska Conservation District is unique to Kalkaska. We work together to connect kids with nature, teach stress management skills, and promote a healthy lifestyle.
**If you are interested in volunteering with the Conservation District & Live Well Kalkaska for our kid/family events this summer (hiking, biking, canoeing, camping), please contact Sarah at sarah.schroeder@macd.org or text/call 231-564-9055. Background checks are required for volunteers working with children.