Come out to help plant native plugs at Misty Acres! Volunteers will learn about and take an active part in the Conservancy’s ongoing habitat restoration projects by assisting with planting native plugs grown in GTRLC’s very own greenhouse.

The Basics: 

GTRLC will supply all materials necessary for the workday, and teach you everything you need to know to properly plant our native species. No prior experience is necessary! This is a moderately light, family-friendly activity, though volunteers should be prepared for digging and kneeling.

What will volunteers be doing:

• Learning about our ongoing restoration and greenhouse projects
• Digging and dibble bar usage
• Removing and handling native plugs from their containers 

What should I bring?

• Dress for the weather! Always check the forecast in advance
• Sturdy, closed-toe shoes that can handle some mud
• Bring a reusable water bottle and some snacks
• Sunscreen and bug spray for your safety and comfort
• Your favorite pair of gardening gloves, if preferred

SIGN UP HERE.

The Leelanau County Parkinson’s Warriors are hosting a chili cook off benefiting the Michigan Parkinson Foundation on Saturday April 24, 2024 at 12:00 pm at the Leland Township Public Library Munnecke Room, The competition is being held to sponsor the Leelanau County Parkinson’s Warriors at this year’s Michigan Parkinson Foundation TC walk event. To enter your chili, contact Torrey at tdavenport@parkinsonsmi.org. Contest entry is $10.00 all entries must be submitted by april 20, 2024.

Frankfort and Elberta Area restaurants will have special food pricing and menu items all week.

Frankfort and Elberta Area restaurants will have special food pricing and menu items all week.

Frankfort and Elberta Area restaurants will have special food pricing and menu items all week.

Frankfort and Elberta Area restaurants will have special food pricing and menu items all week.

Frankfort and Elberta Area restaurants will have special food pricing and menu items all week.

Frankfort and Elberta Area restaurants will have special food pricing and menu items all week.

Frankfort and Elberta Area restaurants will have special food pricing and menu items all week.

Held at the Wild Tomato. Reservations required, please call 888-581-9891.

Cost: Adults, $46.95 | Kids 7 – 12, $19.95 | Kids 6 & Under, $12.95

Frankfort and Elberta Area restaurants will have special food pricing and menu items all week.

Come meet a LIVE bird of prey!

Join us for some free feathered fun for the whole family on Thursday May 16th, from 6pm to 8pm at Silver Spruce Brewing on 8th Street as they host our second annual Spring “Flight” silent auction supporting North Sky Raptor Sanctuary of Interlochen Mi.

The event will host dozens of items up for auction from over 30 local vendors, entertainment venues, crafters, shops, and restaurants, with 100% of the proceeds supporting North Sky Raptor Sanctuary’s injured wildlife rehabilitation budget for 2024 (www.northskyraptor.org)  

Alongside the auction (one of our primary sources of funds last year for our rescue/rehabilitation efforts) we will also be featuring multiple presentations with our LIVE raptor ambassador birds of prey throughout the evening!

And, of course, Silver Spruce offers many excellent food and drink options to partake of as you peruse the various items up for bid!

Thank you to everyone who donated to the cause, and thank YOU for joining us!

Join our 17th annual celebration of Michigan made food and craft beverages happening Saturday, May 25, 2024.

Enjoy live entertainment from The Drew Hale Band and The RockShow while sampling an enormous selection of Michigan’s finest microbrews, meads, hard ciders, wine, liquor and gourmet brats from northwest Michigan markets.

VIP Admission begins at 3pm, General Admission from 4-8pm. Ages 3 and under are free.

Created by the Benzie Sunrise Rotary Club and hosted by Crystal Mountain for the last 16 years, Benzie Sunrise Rotary’s Bike Benzie Tour is an annual charity ride for the benefit of area youth.

There are three routes to choose from, which start and end at Crystal Mountain.

• 28-Mile Course:  The 28-mile route travels north out of the resort east to Beulah and circles back. It will have a food stop at the Betsie Valley trailhead building in Beulah.
• 46-Mile Course:  The 46-mile bike tour travels west and north to the village of Elberta, then takes the Betsie Valley Trail to Beulah. The route continues east to and south to the resort. It has two food stops.
• 63-Mile Course:  The 63-mile route follows the 46-mile route to Elberta, but then heads north along M22, through the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, eventually south through Honor, and back to Crystal Mountain. It will have two food stops.

Learn More

DATE:  JUNE 8
TIME: 9AM-9PM
LOCATION:  YMCA WEST, SILVER LAKE RD.

Schedule of Events: (subject to change)
9am  Opening Ceremonies
9:30am  Fight Back Ceremonies
10am  Team Recognition
11am  Kids Activities
Noon  Survivor and Caregiver Celebration with luncheon to follow provided by Outback Steakhouse
1pm  Live Music
2pm  Pool Noodle Olympics
3pm  Line Dancing Lessons
4pm  Candy Bar Bingo
5pm  Lip Sync Competition
6pm  Fun Laps Hour
7pm  Luminaria Ceremonies
8pm  Reward & Recognition
8:30pm  Closing Ceremonies

Special thanks to DJ Ray and DJ Leo for keeping our event lively throughout our 12 hour experience!
Please plan to participate with various fundraisers at our team sites throughout the event.
Silent Auctions and Raffle Tickets available to participate in.

Downtown Main Street will be closed for the Outdoor Craft Fair in Frankfort! Join us!

Bring a flashlight and a bucket and gather nightcrawlers for the following day’s fishing event: Take A Kid Fishing.

The Michigan PGA is celebrating the 31st Anniversary of the Michigan PGA Women’s Open Tournament . This year will mark 22 years the premier event has been held on Mountain Ridge at Crystal Mountain. But the fun begins Saturday, June 22 with the popular and always entertaining Michigan PGA Women’s Open Pro-Am. Grab your friends, family or co-workers for a friendly competition on the Mountain Ridge championship course and support women’s golf. Registration includes a tee gift bag, breakfast, lunch and tickets to the Pro-Am Reception and Awards.

Each foursome will be assigned a professional golfer from the Michigan PGA Women’s Open. Prizes will be awarded for Closest to the Pin and Longest Drive, plus 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes for the two divisions: women’s only and mixed/men’s.

Learn More

Meet at Frankfort Mineral Springs Park Pavilion and Take a Kid Fishing. Free Poles.

Join us at the Lighthouse Beach near the turnaround to fly a kite. Free Kites!

The Michigan PGA is celebrating the 31st Anniversary of the Michigan Women’s Open. This year will mark 22 years the premier event has been held on Mountain Ridge at Crystal Mountain. The 3-round tournament begins Monday, June 24 and wraps up with the championship round and award ceremony on Wednesday, June 26. The event is free for spectators!

The Michigan PGA is celebrating the 31st Anniversary of the Michigan Women’s Open. This year will mark 22 years the premier event has been held on Mountain Ridge at Crystal Mountain. The 3-round tournament begins Monday, June 24 and wraps up with the championship round and award ceremony on Wednesday, June 26. The event is free for spectators!

The Michigan PGA is celebrating the 31st Anniversary of the Michigan Women’s Open. This year will mark 22 years the premier event has been held on Mountain Ridge at Crystal Mountain. The 3-round tournament begins Monday, June 24 and wraps up with the championship round and award ceremony on Wednesday, June 26. The event is free for spectators!

MONDAY, JULY 1

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Sand Art: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

TUESDAY, JULY 2

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Painting Studio: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

WEDNESDAY, JULY 3

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Sand Art: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

​Chairlift Rides  – Held from 4pm – 8pm on the Buck Quad Chairlift

BIKE & GOLF CART PARADE

Held at 5:15pm. Our theme is Red, White, Blue, and Americana Fun! Free to participate. Guests must use their own personal bikes or golf carts for the parade.

Registration available from June 24 – July 2, 2024 at the Mountain Adventure Zone or call us at 231-378-2071 . Each participant will receive a number to display on their bike or golf cart. Entries are subject to review. Registrants must be lined up at 5pm at the Mountain Adventure Zone for judging. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 golf carts and top 3 bikes!

Golf Cart Prizes

• First Place: Four unlimited Action Pack Passes
• Second Place: Four unlimited Alpine Slide passes
• Third Place: Four single Alpine Slide tickets

Bike Prizes

• First Place: One unlimited Action Pack Pass
• Second Place: One unlimited Alpine Slide pass
• Third Place: One single Alpine Slide ticket

BARR PARK PARTY WITH MUSIC, CARNIVAL GAMES & ACTIVITIES

Held from 5:30pm – 9pm. Enjoy music and dancing plus carnival games, lawn games, treats and more!

• DJ – We’ll be playing your favorite tunes from 5:30 – 9:30pm in Barr Park, centrally located between the Lodge, Inn and Peak Fitness Center. Come party with us!
• Carnival Games – A variety of carnival games will be available to play. Tickets will be required to play the games. Tickets are $1 each and can be purchased in Barr Park at the event, or purchased in advance from the Park at Water’s Edge or Mountain Adventure Zone on July 3.
• Independence Day Sand Art Bottles – 5 tickets. Create your own patriotic work of art!
• Fourth of July Glitter Tattoos – 10 tickets. Get star spangled with our themed glitter tattoos!

We’ll also have glow and light up items available for purchase. Pricing will vary.

Outdoor Movie in Barr Park: 9:30pm – 11pm, featuring The Sandlot. Free to attend!

THURSDAY, JULY 4

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Nature Frames: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

Local Firework Shows: Dusk
Our local towns put on excellent firework displays!  See Firework Displays »

FRIDAY, JULY 5

Fourth of July 5k Fun Run: Held at 9am. Continue your Independence Day celebration by participating in our Fourth of July 5K Fun Run! A commemorative medal will be provided to all participants upon 5k completion. Details »

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Painting Studio: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

Guided Bike Ride – Held at 4pm. Take a 90 minute guided ride along our on-site mountain bike trail system.  Minimum age to participate is 12 years old. The ride pace is moderate. Reservations required, call the Mountain Adventure Zone, 231-378-2071.

Cost with Rental: $50
Cost without Rental: $30

SATURDAY, JULY 6

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Sand Art: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

​Chairlift Rides – Held from 6pm – 8pm on the Buck Quad Chairlift

Family Photo Scavenger Hunt – Receive a list of clues ranging from 5 to 20 points each. Each team must have 4 – 8 people, and team members must be in the photos for them to count. Additional points are up for grabs for teams dressed in coordinating outfits or costumes. Each team must use their own smart phone or camera for this activity. Medals will be awarded to the top 3 teams with the top overall team winning ice cream vouchers from Crystal Scoops!

We’ll begin taking reservations on June 24, 2024. Reservations are required for this activity. Call the Mountain Adventure Zone at 231-378-2071.

Time: 7pm – 8pm
Where: Scavenger Hunt begins and ends at the Mountain Adventure Zone
Cost: $10 per team

SUNDAY, JULY 7

Family Crafts   – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Nature Frames: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

AVAILABLE DAILY

MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE ZONE

* Indicates reservations are required. Please call 231-378-2071 to reserve or reserve online .

• Bike Rentals
• Alpine Slide*
• Bungee Trampoline*
• Archery*
• Outdoor Laser Tag*

PARK AT WATER’S EDGE

* Indicates reservations are required. Please call 231-378-2238  to reserve or reserve online .

• Lap Swim*
• Outdoor Pool & Water Playground
• Vertical Edge Climbing Wall*
• Edge Adventure Course* 

Come to the Frankfort-Elberta Chamber of Commerce to get clues every day July 1-4 at 10 am for the daily clue. The person to find the hidden medallion wins a CASH prize!

MONDAY, JULY 1

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Sand Art: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

TUESDAY, JULY 2

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Painting Studio: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

WEDNESDAY, JULY 3

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Sand Art: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

​Chairlift Rides  – Held from 4pm – 8pm on the Buck Quad Chairlift

BIKE & GOLF CART PARADE

Held at 5:15pm. Our theme is Red, White, Blue, and Americana Fun! Free to participate. Guests must use their own personal bikes or golf carts for the parade.

Registration available from June 24 – July 2, 2024 at the Mountain Adventure Zone or call us at 231-378-2071 . Each participant will receive a number to display on their bike or golf cart. Entries are subject to review. Registrants must be lined up at 5pm at the Mountain Adventure Zone for judging. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 golf carts and top 3 bikes!

Golf Cart Prizes

• First Place: Four unlimited Action Pack Passes
• Second Place: Four unlimited Alpine Slide passes
• Third Place: Four single Alpine Slide tickets

Bike Prizes

• First Place: One unlimited Action Pack Pass
• Second Place: One unlimited Alpine Slide pass
• Third Place: One single Alpine Slide ticket

BARR PARK PARTY WITH MUSIC, CARNIVAL GAMES & ACTIVITIES

Held from 5:30pm – 9pm. Enjoy music and dancing plus carnival games, lawn games, treats and more!

• DJ – We’ll be playing your favorite tunes from 5:30 – 9:30pm in Barr Park, centrally located between the Lodge, Inn and Peak Fitness Center. Come party with us!
• Carnival Games – A variety of carnival games will be available to play. Tickets will be required to play the games. Tickets are $1 each and can be purchased in Barr Park at the event, or purchased in advance from the Park at Water’s Edge or Mountain Adventure Zone on July 3.
• Independence Day Sand Art Bottles – 5 tickets. Create your own patriotic work of art!
• Fourth of July Glitter Tattoos – 10 tickets. Get star spangled with our themed glitter tattoos!

We’ll also have glow and light up items available for purchase. Pricing will vary.

Outdoor Movie in Barr Park: 9:30pm – 11pm, featuring The Sandlot. Free to attend!

THURSDAY, JULY 4

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Nature Frames: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

Local Firework Shows: Dusk
Our local towns put on excellent firework displays!  See Firework Displays »

FRIDAY, JULY 5

Fourth of July 5k Fun Run: Held at 9am. Continue your Independence Day celebration by participating in our Fourth of July 5K Fun Run! A commemorative medal will be provided to all participants upon 5k completion. Details »

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Painting Studio: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

Guided Bike Ride – Held at 4pm. Take a 90 minute guided ride along our on-site mountain bike trail system.  Minimum age to participate is 12 years old. The ride pace is moderate. Reservations required, call the Mountain Adventure Zone, 231-378-2071.

Cost with Rental: $50
Cost without Rental: $30

SATURDAY, JULY 6

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Sand Art: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

​Chairlift Rides – Held from 6pm – 8pm on the Buck Quad Chairlift

Family Photo Scavenger Hunt – Receive a list of clues ranging from 5 to 20 points each. Each team must have 4 – 8 people, and team members must be in the photos for them to count. Additional points are up for grabs for teams dressed in coordinating outfits or costumes. Each team must use their own smart phone or camera for this activity. Medals will be awarded to the top 3 teams with the top overall team winning ice cream vouchers from Crystal Scoops!

We’ll begin taking reservations on June 24, 2024. Reservations are required for this activity. Call the Mountain Adventure Zone at 231-378-2071.

Time: 7pm – 8pm
Where: Scavenger Hunt begins and ends at the Mountain Adventure Zone
Cost: $10 per team

SUNDAY, JULY 7

Family Crafts   – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Nature Frames: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

AVAILABLE DAILY

MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE ZONE

* Indicates reservations are required. Please call 231-378-2071 to reserve or reserve online .

• Bike Rentals
• Alpine Slide*
• Bungee Trampoline*
• Archery*
• Outdoor Laser Tag*

PARK AT WATER’S EDGE

* Indicates reservations are required. Please call 231-378-2238  to reserve or reserve online .

• Lap Swim*
• Outdoor Pool & Water Playground
• Vertical Edge Climbing Wall*
• Edge Adventure Course* 

Come to the Frankfort-Elberta Chamber of Commerce to get clues every day July 1-4 at 10 am for the daily clue. The person to find the hidden medallion wins a CASH prize!

MONDAY, JULY 1

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Sand Art: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

TUESDAY, JULY 2

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Painting Studio: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

WEDNESDAY, JULY 3

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Sand Art: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

​Chairlift Rides  – Held from 4pm – 8pm on the Buck Quad Chairlift

BIKE & GOLF CART PARADE

Held at 5:15pm. Our theme is Red, White, Blue, and Americana Fun! Free to participate. Guests must use their own personal bikes or golf carts for the parade.

Registration available from June 24 – July 2, 2024 at the Mountain Adventure Zone or call us at 231-378-2071 . Each participant will receive a number to display on their bike or golf cart. Entries are subject to review. Registrants must be lined up at 5pm at the Mountain Adventure Zone for judging. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 golf carts and top 3 bikes!

Golf Cart Prizes

• First Place: Four unlimited Action Pack Passes
• Second Place: Four unlimited Alpine Slide passes
• Third Place: Four single Alpine Slide tickets

Bike Prizes

• First Place: One unlimited Action Pack Pass
• Second Place: One unlimited Alpine Slide pass
• Third Place: One single Alpine Slide ticket

BARR PARK PARTY WITH MUSIC, CARNIVAL GAMES & ACTIVITIES

Held from 5:30pm – 9pm. Enjoy music and dancing plus carnival games, lawn games, treats and more!

• DJ – We’ll be playing your favorite tunes from 5:30 – 9:30pm in Barr Park, centrally located between the Lodge, Inn and Peak Fitness Center. Come party with us!
• Carnival Games – A variety of carnival games will be available to play. Tickets will be required to play the games. Tickets are $1 each and can be purchased in Barr Park at the event, or purchased in advance from the Park at Water’s Edge or Mountain Adventure Zone on July 3.
• Independence Day Sand Art Bottles – 5 tickets. Create your own patriotic work of art!
• Fourth of July Glitter Tattoos – 10 tickets. Get star spangled with our themed glitter tattoos!

We’ll also have glow and light up items available for purchase. Pricing will vary.

Outdoor Movie in Barr Park: 9:30pm – 11pm, featuring The Sandlot. Free to attend!

THURSDAY, JULY 4

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Nature Frames: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

Local Firework Shows: Dusk
Our local towns put on excellent firework displays!  See Firework Displays »

FRIDAY, JULY 5

Fourth of July 5k Fun Run: Held at 9am. Continue your Independence Day celebration by participating in our Fourth of July 5K Fun Run! A commemorative medal will be provided to all participants upon 5k completion. Details »

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Painting Studio: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

Guided Bike Ride – Held at 4pm. Take a 90 minute guided ride along our on-site mountain bike trail system.  Minimum age to participate is 12 years old. The ride pace is moderate. Reservations required, call the Mountain Adventure Zone, 231-378-2071.

Cost with Rental: $50
Cost without Rental: $30

SATURDAY, JULY 6

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Sand Art: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

​Chairlift Rides – Held from 6pm – 8pm on the Buck Quad Chairlift

Family Photo Scavenger Hunt – Receive a list of clues ranging from 5 to 20 points each. Each team must have 4 – 8 people, and team members must be in the photos for them to count. Additional points are up for grabs for teams dressed in coordinating outfits or costumes. Each team must use their own smart phone or camera for this activity. Medals will be awarded to the top 3 teams with the top overall team winning ice cream vouchers from Crystal Scoops!

We’ll begin taking reservations on June 24, 2024. Reservations are required for this activity. Call the Mountain Adventure Zone at 231-378-2071.

Time: 7pm – 8pm
Where: Scavenger Hunt begins and ends at the Mountain Adventure Zone
Cost: $10 per team

SUNDAY, JULY 7

Family Crafts   – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Nature Frames: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

AVAILABLE DAILY

MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE ZONE

* Indicates reservations are required. Please call 231-378-2071 to reserve or reserve online .

• Bike Rentals
• Alpine Slide*
• Bungee Trampoline*
• Archery*
• Outdoor Laser Tag*

PARK AT WATER’S EDGE

* Indicates reservations are required. Please call 231-378-2238  to reserve or reserve online .

• Lap Swim*
• Outdoor Pool & Water Playground
• Vertical Edge Climbing Wall*
• Edge Adventure Course* 

Come to the Frankfort-Elberta Chamber of Commerce to get clues every day July 1-4 at 10 am for the daily clue. The person to find the hidden medallion wins a CASH prize!

MONDAY, JULY 1

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Sand Art: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

TUESDAY, JULY 2

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Painting Studio: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

WEDNESDAY, JULY 3

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Sand Art: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

​Chairlift Rides  – Held from 4pm – 8pm on the Buck Quad Chairlift

BIKE & GOLF CART PARADE

Held at 5:15pm. Our theme is Red, White, Blue, and Americana Fun! Free to participate. Guests must use their own personal bikes or golf carts for the parade.

Registration available from June 24 – July 2, 2024 at the Mountain Adventure Zone or call us at 231-378-2071 . Each participant will receive a number to display on their bike or golf cart. Entries are subject to review. Registrants must be lined up at 5pm at the Mountain Adventure Zone for judging. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 golf carts and top 3 bikes!

Golf Cart Prizes

• First Place: Four unlimited Action Pack Passes
• Second Place: Four unlimited Alpine Slide passes
• Third Place: Four single Alpine Slide tickets

Bike Prizes

• First Place: One unlimited Action Pack Pass
• Second Place: One unlimited Alpine Slide pass
• Third Place: One single Alpine Slide ticket

BARR PARK PARTY WITH MUSIC, CARNIVAL GAMES & ACTIVITIES

Held from 5:30pm – 9pm. Enjoy music and dancing plus carnival games, lawn games, treats and more!

• DJ – We’ll be playing your favorite tunes from 5:30 – 9:30pm in Barr Park, centrally located between the Lodge, Inn and Peak Fitness Center. Come party with us!
• Carnival Games – A variety of carnival games will be available to play. Tickets will be required to play the games. Tickets are $1 each and can be purchased in Barr Park at the event, or purchased in advance from the Park at Water’s Edge or Mountain Adventure Zone on July 3.
• Independence Day Sand Art Bottles – 5 tickets. Create your own patriotic work of art!
• Fourth of July Glitter Tattoos – 10 tickets. Get star spangled with our themed glitter tattoos!

We’ll also have glow and light up items available for purchase. Pricing will vary.

Outdoor Movie in Barr Park: 9:30pm – 11pm, featuring The Sandlot. Free to attend!

THURSDAY, JULY 4

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Nature Frames: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

Local Firework Shows: Dusk
Our local towns put on excellent firework displays!  See Firework Displays »

FRIDAY, JULY 5

Fourth of July 5k Fun Run: Held at 9am. Continue your Independence Day celebration by participating in our Fourth of July 5K Fun Run! A commemorative medal will be provided to all participants upon 5k completion. Details »

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Painting Studio: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

Guided Bike Ride – Held at 4pm. Take a 90 minute guided ride along our on-site mountain bike trail system.  Minimum age to participate is 12 years old. The ride pace is moderate. Reservations required, call the Mountain Adventure Zone, 231-378-2071.

Cost with Rental: $50
Cost without Rental: $30

SATURDAY, JULY 6

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Sand Art: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

​Chairlift Rides – Held from 6pm – 8pm on the Buck Quad Chairlift

Family Photo Scavenger Hunt – Receive a list of clues ranging from 5 to 20 points each. Each team must have 4 – 8 people, and team members must be in the photos for them to count. Additional points are up for grabs for teams dressed in coordinating outfits or costumes. Each team must use their own smart phone or camera for this activity. Medals will be awarded to the top 3 teams with the top overall team winning ice cream vouchers from Crystal Scoops!

We’ll begin taking reservations on June 24, 2024. Reservations are required for this activity. Call the Mountain Adventure Zone at 231-378-2071.

Time: 7pm – 8pm
Where: Scavenger Hunt begins and ends at the Mountain Adventure Zone
Cost: $10 per team

SUNDAY, JULY 7

Family Crafts   – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Nature Frames: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

AVAILABLE DAILY

MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE ZONE

* Indicates reservations are required. Please call 231-378-2071 to reserve or reserve online .

• Bike Rentals
• Alpine Slide*
• Bungee Trampoline*
• Archery*
• Outdoor Laser Tag*

PARK AT WATER’S EDGE

* Indicates reservations are required. Please call 231-378-2238  to reserve or reserve online .

• Lap Swim*
• Outdoor Pool & Water Playground
• Vertical Edge Climbing Wall*
• Edge Adventure Course* 

Kids Games, Rides and Fair Food at The Open Space on Betsie Bay in Frankfort.

Come to the Frankfort-Elberta Chamber of Commerce to get clues every day July 1-4 at 10 am for the daily clue. The person to find the hidden medallion wins a CASH prize!

10am parade down Main Street, Art in the Park, Carnival in The Open Space…|
12pm-2pm Sand Castle Sculpture Contest ~ meet at the path on the way to the lighthouse…
FIREWORKS at Dusk!

MONDAY, JULY 1

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Sand Art: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

TUESDAY, JULY 2

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Painting Studio: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

WEDNESDAY, JULY 3

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Sand Art: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

​Chairlift Rides  – Held from 4pm – 8pm on the Buck Quad Chairlift

BIKE & GOLF CART PARADE

Held at 5:15pm. Our theme is Red, White, Blue, and Americana Fun! Free to participate. Guests must use their own personal bikes or golf carts for the parade.

Registration available from June 24 – July 2, 2024 at the Mountain Adventure Zone or call us at 231-378-2071 . Each participant will receive a number to display on their bike or golf cart. Entries are subject to review. Registrants must be lined up at 5pm at the Mountain Adventure Zone for judging. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 golf carts and top 3 bikes!

Golf Cart Prizes

• First Place: Four unlimited Action Pack Passes
• Second Place: Four unlimited Alpine Slide passes
• Third Place: Four single Alpine Slide tickets

Bike Prizes

• First Place: One unlimited Action Pack Pass
• Second Place: One unlimited Alpine Slide pass
• Third Place: One single Alpine Slide ticket

BARR PARK PARTY WITH MUSIC, CARNIVAL GAMES & ACTIVITIES

Held from 5:30pm – 9pm. Enjoy music and dancing plus carnival games, lawn games, treats and more!

• DJ – We’ll be playing your favorite tunes from 5:30 – 9:30pm in Barr Park, centrally located between the Lodge, Inn and Peak Fitness Center. Come party with us!
• Carnival Games – A variety of carnival games will be available to play. Tickets will be required to play the games. Tickets are $1 each and can be purchased in Barr Park at the event, or purchased in advance from the Park at Water’s Edge or Mountain Adventure Zone on July 3.
• Independence Day Sand Art Bottles – 5 tickets. Create your own patriotic work of art!
• Fourth of July Glitter Tattoos – 10 tickets. Get star spangled with our themed glitter tattoos!

We’ll also have glow and light up items available for purchase. Pricing will vary.

Outdoor Movie in Barr Park: 9:30pm – 11pm, featuring The Sandlot. Free to attend!

THURSDAY, JULY 4

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Nature Frames: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

Local Firework Shows: Dusk
Our local towns put on excellent firework displays!  See Firework Displays »

FRIDAY, JULY 5

Fourth of July 5k Fun Run: Held at 9am. Continue your Independence Day celebration by participating in our Fourth of July 5K Fun Run! A commemorative medal will be provided to all participants upon 5k completion. Details »

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Painting Studio: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

Guided Bike Ride – Held at 4pm. Take a 90 minute guided ride along our on-site mountain bike trail system.  Minimum age to participate is 12 years old. The ride pace is moderate. Reservations required, call the Mountain Adventure Zone, 231-378-2071.

Cost with Rental: $50
Cost without Rental: $30

SATURDAY, JULY 6

Family Crafts – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Sand Art: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

​Chairlift Rides – Held from 6pm – 8pm on the Buck Quad Chairlift

Family Photo Scavenger Hunt – Receive a list of clues ranging from 5 to 20 points each. Each team must have 4 – 8 people, and team members must be in the photos for them to count. Additional points are up for grabs for teams dressed in coordinating outfits or costumes. Each team must use their own smart phone or camera for this activity. Medals will be awarded to the top 3 teams with the top overall team winning ice cream vouchers from Crystal Scoops!

We’ll begin taking reservations on June 24, 2024. Reservations are required for this activity. Call the Mountain Adventure Zone at 231-378-2071.

Time: 7pm – 8pm
Where: Scavenger Hunt begins and ends at the Mountain Adventure Zone
Cost: $10 per team

SUNDAY, JULY 7

Family Crafts   – Held at the Park at Water’s Edge. Reservations are not required for all craft activities.

• Nature Frames: 10am – 11:30am
• Glitter Tattoos: 12pm – 1:30pm
• Build-a-Buddy Workshop: 2:30pm – 4pm

AVAILABLE DAILY

MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE ZONE

* Indicates reservations are required. Please call 231-378-2071 to reserve or reserve online .

• Bike Rentals
• Alpine Slide*
• Bungee Trampoline*
• Archery*
• Outdoor Laser Tag*

PARK AT WATER’S EDGE

* Indicates reservations are required. Please call 231-378-2238  to reserve or reserve online .

• Lap Swim*
• Outdoor Pool & Water Playground
• Vertical Edge Climbing Wall*
• Edge Adventure Course*