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City / State:
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Flat Rock, MI
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Event Name:
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Oakwoods Metropark
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Event Type:
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Seasonal Walk
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Event ID:
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82393 2009/Y1470
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Distance - Trail Ratings:
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10K, 6K, and 4K - 1+
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Description:
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Oakwoods metropark features wooded nature trails and picturesque view of the Huron River. The Volksmarch is part of the paved hike-bike trail that is in turn part of a 15-mile trail system through Lower Huron, Oakwoods and Willow Metroparks. Additionally, Oakwoods metropark provides horseback riding trails, fishing, canoeing, picnicking, and a nature center that host live turtles and snakes as part of its exhibit. Although the park has an official address in Belleville, a street address in New Boston, the park is actually closest to Flat Rock, which is just on the other side of the Huron River from the Park.
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Amenities:
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Strollers: hard | Wheelchairs: hard | Pets: No | Restrooms: Yes
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Special Classifications:
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Museums, Railroad Heritage, Riverwalk America
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Start Times:
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Location:
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Oakwoods Metropark - Nature Center
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Start Point / Driving Directions:
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Oakwoods Metropark Nature Center, 32901 Willow Road, New Boston, MI. ~~~~~ From I-275 take Will Carlton Rd exit and go East to Romine Rd. ~~~ Left on Romine Rd, a dirt road, until it ends at Willow Rd and go right (1/4 of a mile) on Willow Rd to Oakwoods. ~~~ Oakwoods will be on the right side. Follow road signs to the nature center, which is at the end of a long driveway (several km).
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Awards & Fees:
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IVV Credit Only
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Comments:
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$4 per vehicle park entry fee.
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Host Club:
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Washtenaw Wanderers Volkssporting Club
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Contact:
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Forestt A. Coop (734) 443-1564
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Website:
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www.washtenaw-wanderers.blogspot.com/
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E-Mail Contact:
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fcoop@charter.net
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