Alcohol Policy for All Parks
No alcohol or illegal substances allowed. Park rangers will issue tickets with fines of up to $100 for all violations.

~ July Events ~

 Children, ages 2-4

 Children, ages 4-6

 Children, ages 3-6

 Youth, ages 11-17

 Youth, ages 7-12  

 Families, all ages

 Adults, ages 16 and older

 Home School Students

 Special Needs Audiences , children and adults with cognitive & physical disabilities

Adults must accompany children

Thursday, July 1

For-Mar on the Road

Buell Lake County Park, Pavilion 1

 Gone Fishin’ (ages 4-6)

“What was that fish I just caught?”  A For-Mar Naturalist describes common fish and observes some of Michigan’s fish in a live exhibit. 

 Gone Fishin’ (ages 7-12)

A For-Mar Naturalist describes fishing as a way of life in Michigan.  See some of Michigan’s cool species of fish before trying to catch your own. 

Time: 11am-noon.  Cost: FREE!  Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins welcome.

Thursday, July 8

For-Mar on the Road

Buell Lake County Park, Pavilion 1

 Name that Tune (ages 4-6)

Its midsummer and wildlife is making its own unique music.  Join a For-Mar Naturalist as they tune into Nature’s symphony. 

 Name that Tune (ages 7-12)

Michigan’s wildlife demands to be heard.  Follow a For-Mar Naturalist as they track down the source of all these sounds. 

Time: 11am-noon.  Cost: FREE!  Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins welcome.

 Saturday, July 10, 2010

Something Fishy:  A program for individuals with cognitive disabilities.

Buell Lake County Park, 14098 Genesee Road, Clio.

Join us at Buell Lake Park for fishing on the accessible dock and other activities.  Bring a sack lunch and any color t-shirt to make a fish print.

For individuals with cognitive disabilities.

Time: 10:30am -1pm.  Cost: $2 per person.

Pre-registration required by 7/8/10

Call 810-736-7100 x6

Details: 810-789-8567

No minimum – 15 maximum
Click this link to make reservations today

Thursday, July 15

For-Mar on the Road

Buell Lake County Park, Pavilion 1

 C.S.I. Nature: Case of the Disappearing Animals (ages 4-6)

Help For-Mar Crime Scene Investigators solve the mystery of Michigan’s endangered animals. Make a Box Turtle refrigerator magnet to take home.

 C.S.I. Nature: Case of the Disappearing Animals (ages 7-12)

Assist a For-Mar Naturalist investigating some of Michigan’s endangered animals!  Piece together this CSI mystery and create a “Friendly Wildlife” yard sign.

Time: 11am-noon.  Cost: FREE!  Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins welcome.

Thursday, July 22

For-Mar on the Road

Buell Lake County Park, Pavilion 1

 Earth Day Celebration! (ages 4-6)

Celebrate the 40^th Anniversary of Earth Day with For-Mar Naturalists!  Using recycled material, learn all about the basics of the “Three R’s” and composting.

 Earth Day Celebration! (ages 7-12)

For-Mar Naturalists celebrate the 40^th Anniversary of Earth Day.  Experience fun ways to incorporate “The Three R’s” into everyday life. 

Time: 11am-noon.  Cost: FREE!  Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins welcome.

Thursday, July 29

For-Mar on the Road

Buell Lake County Park, Pavilion 1

 Life in the Big Pond (ages 4-6)

Learn about the creepy crawlies, sinister snappers and fuzzy fowl taking over the summer ponds and lakes.  A For-Mar Naturalist will help create your own pond still life.

 Life in the Big Pond (ages 7-12)

Join a For-Mar Naturalist in pond water exploration by ‘dipping’ from nearby waterways.  Make a ‘Pond Globe’ as a memoir of your observations!

Time: 11am-noon.  Cost: FREE!  Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins welcome.

 Saturday, July 31

Life in the Water

Buell Lake County Park, fishing dock at front of park

Join Ben Wickerham from the Genesee Conservation District on an adventure to see who and what shares the water with us.  Dress to get wet and muddy!  For families, all ages.  Time:  1-2pm.  Cost: FREE!  Pre-registration not required.

~ August Events ~

 Children, ages 2-4

 Children, ages 4-6

 Children, ages 3-6

 Youth, ages 11-17

 Youth, ages 7-12  

 Families, all ages

 Adults, ages 16 and older

 Home School Students

 Special Needs Audiences , children and adults with cognitive & physical disabilities

Adults must accompany children

Thursday, August 5

For-Mar on the Road

Buell Lake County Park, Pavilion 1

 Birds of a Feather (ages 4-6)

Celebrate Urban Birds! Learn about birds and their needs during the “Dog Days of Summer”.  Join a For-Mar Naturalist in creating bird bath for our feathered friends.

 Birds of a Feather (ages 7-12)

Celebrate Urban Birds! Observe summer birds in your area while learning about their needs.  Assist a For-Mar Naturalist in making a snack for these backyard birds. 

Time: 11am-noon.  Cost: FREE!  Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins welcome.

Thursday, August 12

For-Mar on the Road

Buell Lake County Park, Pavilion 1

 A Very Stellar Experience (ages 4-6)

Did you wish upon a shooting star? Participate in activities with a For-Mar Naturalist ‘under the stars’ and learn about the constellations seen in the August twilight. 

 A Very Stellar Experience (ages 7-12)

A For-Mar Naturalist will be your guide during an hour long journey through the milky way of stars, constellations and even meteor showers which appear in the August night sky. 

Time: 11am-noon.  Cost: FREE!  Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins welcome.

 Saturday, August 14

F.A.N.s (Family Adventures in Nature) Astronomy

Buell Lake County Park, front of the park near the playground

Come experience the nighttime sky away from city lights with a For-Mar Naturalist.  For families, all ages.  Time:  9–10:30pm. Cost: $3.00 per person.  Pre-registration not required, but organized groups are asked to call ahead.

Thursday, August 19

For-Mar on the Road

Buell Lake County Park, Pavilion 1

 Twilight: the real deal! (ages 4-6)

Who goes there?  When the sun goes down, many animals wake up!  Explore the summer twilight and its mysterious animals with a For-Mar Naturalist.  

 Twilight: the real deal! (ages 7-12)

What was that bump in the night?  A For-Mar Naturalist introduces you to the ‘batty’ creatures who-who-who love the night life.  

Time: 11am-noon.  Cost: FREE!  Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins welcome.

Thursday, August 26

For-Mar on the Road

Buell Lake County Park, Pavilion 1

 It’s A Natural Thing. (ages 4-6)

A For-Mar Naturalist will demonstrate easy and fun ways to create art using items found in Nature.  Make a windsock and decorate it with Natural paints and dyes.

 It’s a Natural Thing. (ages 7-12)

Being creative is fun and Natural! A For-Mar Naturalist will inspire you to use Nature’s items in art. Make a kite using recycled materials decorated with natural paints and dyes.

Time: 11am-noon.  Cost: FREE!  Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins welcome.

Hydrographic maps of Mott Lake and the Holloway Reservoir are now available for $5.00 each. Available for purchase at the Genesee County Parks & Recreation Commission Administrative Headquarters, 5045 Stanley Rd., Flint, MI or at the Boat Launch Toll Booths beginning April 24, 2010.