December 2024 eNewsletter |
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FLSP is once again the designated charity partner for the annual Brrrewfest. This is the largest FLSP fundraising event, and we could not fund our projects without it. This year, the event will occur on Saturday, January 25, from 1 to 6 p.m. at Legacy Park.
We need 100 volunteers to make the event a success. Volunteers are needed to help set up, check people in, serve beverages, and clean up. Volunteers receive free admission to the event. Be one of the first to sign-up to volunteer! |
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Despite LSP north of the Big Sable River being closed for construction, four lantern-lit hikes will be offered this winter south of the river. Events are planned for January 4 and 18 and February 1 and 15. Each event will be from 6 to 8 p.m. The Jan. 18 and February 1 hikes will also feature book walks hosted by the Mason-Lake-Oceana Great Start initiative, in which placards with pages from a book will line the trail for reading by participants in what has been a popular activity for families. |
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A route of 3/4 of a mile south of the river will start at the amphitheater, where the fire with free cocoa and marshmallows will serve as a gathering spot.
Parking is expected to be at a premium, with only the lot by the Skyline Trail/amphitheater open. Access to the parking area is from the road just south of the bridge on M116, where the construction barricades are set. |
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While the LSP closed after Labor Day that did not significantly impact the FLSP returnables program, this past summer, volunteers earned FLSP $5,917. That was just $126 less than the previous year.
FLSP thanks the camp hosts who sorted over 59,000 returnables -- Dawn and Bruce Vander Berg, John and Rita Wychers, and Becky and Warren Noble. We also thank the volunteers who handled the administration of the program and/or returned the returnables -- Cory Rogers, Bob Sasin, Nancy Hesting, Ann Barber, Angelika Beyer, Linda Johnson, and Lori Flower. |
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Park Interpreter Alan Wernette will retire at the end of this year after 26 years at the LSP. He has partnered with FLSP in many ways, including the Lantern Lit Events, Fall Festival, Guided Hikes, etc. We salute Alan for all his service. You can access a story about Alan here. |
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Guided Hike - December 15 |
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A guided hike will be held on Sunday, December 15. Meet the group at 2 p.m. in the Skyline Trial/amphitheater parking area. You can contact Gary Hearing via text at (231) 233-9068 for more information. |
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It is that time of year when FLSP sends out membership renewal notices. If you are an FLSP Member, please renew your membership for 2025, and if you are not a member, consider joining today. |
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Would you like a unique gift idea? Have you considered giving an FLSP membership or donating to FLSP in someone's name? FLSP will send a letter informing your recipient of their membership or a donation you made in their honor. |
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Support our Business Members |
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If you visit any of these businesses or interact with their leaders, please thank them for supporting FLSP and helping improve and promote Ludington State Park.
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