 Ottawa County Park (photo by jhy) |
from Land Conservancy of West Michigan
The Land Conservancy of West Michigan has its 50th anniversary in 2026, and they invite you to join them in celebrating.
Throughout 2026, we’ll be unveiling events, sharing historic stories, and celebrating the community that’s made 50 years of conservation possible.
The Explorathon kicks off on April 18! Join the Land Conservancy of West Michigan and our conservation partners for a guided hike along the forested dunes of the Lake Michigan shoreline.
For this first of three outdoor events celebrating the impact of 50 years of keeping nature nearby, we will be hiking through 2500 acres of connected, protected lakeshore habitat. Hikers can choose their own adventure: Join us for a 7-mile hike through 5 connected parks and preserves or a 2-mile paved hike through Ottawa Sands. Both experiences are led by naturalists guides who will share about park history and the protected natural features found in the globally unique and rare ecosystems we'll be exploring.
Hike participants will travel along the forested dunes of the iconic shoreline, enjoying views of Lake Michigan to the west and the Grand River valley to the east, while learning more about the importance of landscape-level conservation work, hearing stories about how these lands came to be protected, and enjoying the fruits of decades of hard work to protect and restore natural land on the Lake Michigan shoreline.
Tickets are required to attend. On-site registration will be available, but space is limited. We recommend registering early to secure your spot!
There will also be a guided bicycle tour on June 6, and a guided paddling event on August 29.
Learn more and purchase your tickets at Nature Nearby
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