2019 Events Calendar - Join us!
The Cass River Greenway Committee is active 12 months a year!
Join us for our meetings, cleanup days, or other events taking place in the Watershed and on our beautiful river! Visit often to see new events!
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June 22 – 8th Annual Paddle and Swim Area swimmers and paddlers are invited to join in the camaraderie for the 8th annual event. Kayaks, canoes and paddleboards should meet at the Tuscola Park Launch and depart at 9:30 am or meet at the Downtown Vassar Launch and depart at 7:00 am. Swimmers will depart from the 9000 block of Ormes Road at 9:00 am. Pontoons will assist and escort the swimmers downstream to Heritage Park in Frankenmuth. Wet suits are recommended for swimmers. Interested paddlers and swimmers should contact Lori Payne at 989-652-9941 or Bill Zehnder at bzehnder@bavarianinn.com. |
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August 3 & 4 – The Tri Bavaria Triathlon Frankenmuth hosts one of the region’s best triathlons, featuring a variety of races to suit all age groups and skill levels. The races are held in the heart of Frankenmuth and showcase all that makes Frankenmuth the true Michigan gem that it is. Something for the entire family awaits you. See info@3disciplines for registration and other information about this unique event. |
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August 16 – 18 – The Great Lakes Rendezvous
The Great Lakes Historical and Educational Association will be hosting their 37th Annual Great Lakes Rendezvous at Davis Park, 6206 Dixie Highway, Bridgeport, MI. The event features 1760s French and Indian War Encampments, Muzzleloader and Historic Craftsmen Demonstrations, Canoe Activities and various costume displays. Visit www.greatlakeshea.weebly.com for more information or email greatlakeshistorical@yahoo.com. September 16 – 18 - Walk Through History
The Great Lakes Historical and Educational Association invites all to attend a living timeline, beginning with the Late Woodland Period and take a walk and explore the milestones of the Great Lakes Region. Subjects include the Local Indian Culture, the French Fur Trade, the Civil War and the Logging Era. The event will take place in Davis Park, 6206 Dixie Highway, Bridgeport, MI. For more information visit www.greatlakeshea.weebly.com or call 989-777-9819. |
Cass River Cleanup Video
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September 21 - 11th Annual Cass River Clean Up - Ellington Township The Village of Cass City, Ellington Township and the Cass River Greenway will be hosting the 11th annual Cass River Clean Up on Saturday morning, September 21. The clean up crew will gather at Kappan Tree Service, 2799 Hurds Corner Road, Cass City between 8:00 am 8:30 am, with the clean up starting at 9:00 am. A sack breakfast will be provided to all volunteers. The crew will clean approximately 4 miles of river. The cleanup will be complete by noon. Volunteers need to wear old clothing, hats and old shoes, boots or waders. Sunscreen and insect repellant is recommended. If you have a life vest you are encouraged to bring it, as we will be using canoes and walking the river. |
