March FUNday - Squirrely for spring!
Posted: March 07, 2011 | posted by: Susan Sanders!
Join us on Sunday, March 13 at 2:00 p.m. at the visitor center in Empire to get Squirrely for Spring. We'll drive to the site where there will be a short hike, outdoor games, and a chance to discover how other squirrely creatures start spring ahead of schedule.
Dress for the weather: layers and waterproof boots are recommended. Reservations are not required, but are recommended. Call Park Ranger Amie at 231-326-5134, ext 332 or amie_lispcomb@nps.gov
Dress for the weather: layers and waterproof boots are recommended. Reservations are not required, but are recommended. Call Park Ranger Amie at 231-326-5134, ext 332 or amie_lispcomb@nps.gov
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