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Contact: Christopher M. Amidon, 906-482-0984
HOUGHTON, MICH. – Join a park ranger at a local beach this July and August to celebrate summer, shorelines, the Ranger III ferry, and the Keweenaw Peninsula’s long-standing connection to Isle Royale National Park.
Free Ranger at the Beach programs begin at 2:00 pm and last until about 3:00 pm, depending on the Ranger III’s return trip from Isle Royale. Each program includes a 15 - 20 minute activity geared for families and youth ages 5 to 12 as well as an opportunity to view the Ranger III upon its return from Isle Royale. No reservations are required; just show up!
Join a Ranger at Houghton Chutes & Ladders, Wednesdays, 2:00 pm.
- Every Wednesday, July 3 – August 28, 2019
- Meet near the playground and beach
Join a Ranger at Hancock City Beach, Saturday, 2:00 pm.
- Saturdays, July 6 – August 31, 2019
- No Event July 13, 2019 (see you at the Chassell Strawberry Festival!)
- No Event August 17, 2019 (see you at the Calumet PastyFest!)
- Meet near the playground and beach
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Last updated: June 23, 2020