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Richfield County ParkLocated within the Genesee Recreation Area. Entrance off Irish Road, one
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Richfield Park is a great place for weddings and other special events! |
Get in your daily run or walk at YOUR Genesee County Parks
Check out the new
walking
trail map for Richfield County Park. The map features a designated walking
area with distances marked for your convenience.
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Ball Diamonds. |
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Bicycle Motocross Track (BMX). Open to the public except for scheduled race dates. |
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Canoe Launching Site, Flint River, north side of park. |
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Cross Country Ski Trails, south side of the park. Terrain must be frozen with a 3" accumulation of snow. |
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Pavilions (available for rental). |
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Picnic Areas and Playground. |
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Snowmobile Area. Open daily 8 a.m. till dusk. Terrain must be frozen with a 3" accumulation of snow. North end of park closed for snowmobiles. |
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Tennis Courts. |
Richfield County Park
Designated parking areas
have been established. Please respect the rights of others by parking in
designated locations only. Thank you, Genesee County Parks and
Recreation Commission
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.
Events at Richfield County Park
Children, ages 2-4
Children, ages 3-6
Children, ages 4-6
Youth, ages 7-10
Youth, ages 7-12
Youth, ages 11-13
Adults, ages 16 and older
Families, all ages
Special Needs Audiences
Home
School Students
Adults must accompany children
June
Thursday, June 19
We Shoe are Going to Have Fun Tonight!
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Old shoes are good for so many different things. We’re going to play shoe games and even make one into a flowerpot. Bring and wear an old pair of shoes.
Time: 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Cost: FREE! For families, all ages. Pre-registration not required.
Friday, June 20
For-Mar on the Road:
Nature’s Carnival (ages 4-6) Enjoy a carnival of activities that explore the natural world
Nature Bingo Hike (ages 7-10) Make a nature bingo card and go on a bingo hike.
Nature Scavenger Hunt (ages 11-13) Go on a nature scavenger hunt!
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Time: 11 a.m. – noon. Cost: FREE!
Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins are welcome.
Click this link to
make reservations
today
Thursday, June 26
Big Messy Art Day
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Be prepared for big adventures that are big fun and you even get to make big messes!
Time: 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Cost: FREE! For families, all ages. Pre-registration not required.
Friday, June 27
For-Mar on the Road:
Native American Legends & Toys (ages 4-6) Native American culture through stories and toys.
Native American Games (ages 7-10) Hear stories, play games, and make a Native American activity to take home.
Native American Culture (ages 11-13) Native American culture through legends and games. Make a pokegan.
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Time: 11 a.m. – noon. Cost: FREE!
Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins are welcome.
Click this link to
make reservations
today
July
Thursday, July 3
Nature Hike
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
345 acres of beautiful land just waiting for curious explorers. Join a For-Mar Naturalist on a discovery hike.
Time: 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Cost: FREE! For families, all ages. Pre-registration not required.
Friday, July 4
For-Mar on the Road:
Underfoot! (ages 4-6) Search through leaf litter and soil to discover life under our feet.
Creatures of the Earth (ages 7-10) Study ants, worms, moles and other creatures of the earth.
The Buried Past (ages 11-13) Look beneath the earth for clues about the past.
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Time: 11 a.m. – noon. Cost: FREE!
Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins are welcome.
Click this link to
make reservations
today
Thursday, July 10
Sharpie Pens, Not Just for Writing!
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Did you know that you can create a tie dye shirt without all the mess? Bring a pre-washed white t-shirt, we’ll supply the rest. Time: 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Cost: FREE! For families, all ages. Pre-registration not required.
Friday, July 11
Nature’s Believe It or Not? (ages 4-6) Nature is an awesome place! We’ll learn how to help protect it.
The Great Outdoors (ages 7-10) Enjoy the great outdoors! Learn how to enjoy nature while “Leaving no Trace”.
Greening Your Home (ages 11-13) Help the environment, learn some simple tips to green your home.
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Time: 11 a.m. – noon. Cost: FREE!
Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins are welcome.
Click this link to
make reservations
today
Thursday, July 17
Bats of the World
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
See live bats up close and personal, brought to you by the staff from the Organization of Bat Conservation.
Time: 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Cost: FREE! For families, all ages. Pre-registration not required.
Friday, July 18
For-Mar on the Road:
Out of this World (ages 4-6) Learn about the stars, planets and outer space travel. Build a foam rocket!
Solar System Discovery (ages 7-10) Planets, stars and our neighboring galaxies. Make a model solar system!
Look to the Sky (ages 11-13) Everything in the sky: the weather, the clouds, the sun, the moon, and the stars!
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Time: 11 a.m. – noon. Cost: FREE!
Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins are welcome.
Click this link to
make reservations
today
Saturday, July 19
Canoe Trip
Richfield County Park Entrance, Irish Road
Join the staff from Heavner
Canoe Rental for a two hour trip down a section of the Flint River. Be
on the lookout for wildlife as you meander past beautiful scenery.
Canoes, personal flotation devices, and a lesson will be provided.
Time: 6:30 p.m.-8:30 pm. Cost: $25.00 per person. For families, all
ages. Pre-registration required by 07/18/08. Limited to 20
participants.
Click this link to
make reservations
today
Thursday, July 24
Yoga for Beginners
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Reduce stress and increase flexibility with Lonna Beardslee. Please bring a yoga or exercise mat.
Time: 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Cost: FREE! Pre-registration not required. Limited to the first 25 families.
Friday, July 25
For-Mar on the Road:
H 2 0 (ages 4-6) Water; why it’s so important and all the places it’s found.
Lakes are Great! (ages 7-10) How the Great Lakes were formed and other interesting facts.
Put on Your Waders (ages 11-13) What makes up swamps, bogs, marshes and other wetlands?
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Time: 11 a.m. – noon. Cost: FREE!
Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins are welcome.
Click this link to
make reservations
today
Thursday, July 31
Yoga for Beginners
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Less stress, more flexibility, and beautiful scenery. Please bring a yoga or exercise mat.
Time: 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Cost: FREE! Pre-registration not required. Limited to the first 25 families.
August
Friday, August 1
For-Mar on the Road:
Michigan Symbols (ages 4-6) We have a state fossil, stone and reptile. Make a Michigan symbols passport.
Can We Help Them? (ages 7-10) Protected, threatened and endangered species.
We’re Being Invaded! (ages 11-13) Learn which plants and animals don’t belong in Michigan.
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Time 11 a.m. – noon. Cost FREE!
Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins are welcome.
Click this link to
make reservations
today
Thursday, August 7
Yoga for Beginners
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Please bring a yoga or exercise mat.
Time: 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Cost: FREE! Pre-registration not required. Limited to the first 25 families.
Friday, August 8
For-Mar on the Road:
Six legged Wonders (ages 4-6) Get up close and personal with the world of insects!
Bugs Have a Social Life, Too (ages 7-10) Explore the strange social life of insects.
Creepy Crawlies (ages 11-13) Insects and arachnids; go on a creepy crawlies critter hunt.
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Time: 11 a.m. – noon. Cost: FREE!
Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins are welcome.
Click this link to
make reservations
today
Thursday, August 14
Beading Workshop
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Monica Winget, owner of “Beadin’ Mon!” helps you create a beadwork masterpiece.
Time: 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Cost: FREE! Pre-registration not required. Limited to the first 25 participants.
Friday, August 15
For-Mar on the Road:
Rocks and Rock Collecting (ages 4-6) Different kinds of rocks and how they’re made; start your own collection!
Geologic Forces (ages 7-10) Volcanoes, earthquakes and plate tectonics; participate in hands-on demonstrations!
Geology of Michigan (ages 11-13) Glaciers created unique Michigan landscapes. Read a topographic map!
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Time: 11 a.m. – noon. Cost: FREE!
Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins are welcome.
Click this link to
make reservations
today
Saturday, August 16
Canoe Trip
Richfield County Park Entrance, Irish Road
Join the staff from Heavner
Canoe Rental for a two hour trip down a section of the Flint River. Be
on the lookout for wildlife as you meander past beautiful scenery.
Canoes, personal flotation devices, and a lesson will be provided.
Time: 6:30 p.m.-8:30 pm. Cost: $25.00 per person. For families, all
ages. Pre-registration required by 07/18/08.
Limited to 20
participants.
Click this link to
make reservations
today
Thursday, August 21
Snail Tales
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Everything you always wanted to know about snails, but were afraid to ask! Make a snail farm, a snail craft, and even look for snails to take home. Time: 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Cost: FREE! For families, all ages. Pre-registration not required.
Friday, August 22
For-Mar on the Road:
Animal Tracks and Signs (ages 4-6) Hike to discover animal tracks and signs. Make an animal track!
The Scoop On Poop (ages 7-11) Identify different animal scat and find out why it’s important to study.
Skulls, Teeth and More! (ages 11-13) Examine preserved skulls, teeth and other animal items.
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Time: 11 a.m. – noon. Cost: FREE
Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins are welcome.
Click this link to
make reservations
today
Thursday, August 28
Nauseating (Not Really!) Nature Scavenger Hunt for the Brave & Courageous!
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Are you a collector of all things strange and unique? Do you mind touching “icky” things? Come if you think you can “handle” it! The first family who brings back all the items on the list in the allotted time will win a $25 Genesee County Parks & Recreation Commission gift card. Time: 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Cost: FREE! For families, all ages. Pre-registration not required.
Friday, August 29
For-Mar on the Road:
Frogs and Toads (ages 4-6) The differences between frogs and toads. Make a take-home toad house!
Reptiles and Amphibians (ages 7-10) Go on a hike to look for reptiles and amphibians.
Zoological Discoveries (ages 11-13) Is that animal is a mammal, reptile, herbivore or carnivore?
Richfield County Park, Pavilion 1
Time: 11
a.m. – noon. Cost: FREE! Pre-registration suggested, but walk-ins are
welcome.
Click this link to
make reservations
today
For
Information and Reservations call: Genesee County Parks and Recreation Commission
1-800-648-PARK or 810-736-7100 (extension
6 for reservations)
Email: Genesee
County Parks and Recreation Commission Fax:
810-736-7220
5045 Stanley Road
Flint, Michigan 48506
Hours,
admission rates and programs are subject to change.