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Hartwick Pines State Park & Logging Museum
4216 Ranger Rd. Grayling, MI 49738
phone: (989) 348-2537. fax: (989) 344-6803. email: burgr@michigan.gov
Contact: Rob Burg

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Hartwick Pines to host “Critters in the Moonlight” Halloween Walk

On Saturday, October 17th, Hartwick Pines State Park will once again be hosting the annual “Critters in the Moonlight” Halloween Walk. This event will be held from 4:30 to 8:30pm on Saturday evening. While this program is especially focused for families with young children, all who come out will enjoy the Jack-O-Lantern lit walk through a portion of the Old Growth Forest and meet several of Michigan’s forest animals. These animals portrayed by costumed volunteers will tell you a little about themselves to dispel some common misconceptions about them. These “critters” will include a bat, skunk, bear, wolf, snake, owl, spider, vulture, and others. After the walk, enjoy a cup of cider and a donut at the picnic shelter. Children are encouraged to dress in their Halloween costumes and will receive a treat bag, while supplies last.
The “Critters in the Moonlight” Halloween Walk will be held at the park’s picnic area. There is no admission for this program, however a State Park Motor Vehicle Permit is required for park entry. This event is sponsored by the Michigan Dept. of Natural Resources, the Michigan Dept. of History, Arts, and Libraries and the Friends of Hartwick Pines. For more information about this event and other programs at Hartwick Pines State Park and Logging Museum, please call (989) 348-2537 or check the following websites: www.michigan.gov/hartwickpines or www.michigan.gov/loggingmuseum . The Logging Museum is jointly operated by the DNR and the Michigan Dept. of History, Arts and Libraries’ Michigan Historical Center and is a field-site of the Michigan Historical Museum.
The Department of History, Arts and Libraries is dedicated to enriching quality of life for Michigan residents and strengthening the economy by providing access to information, preserving and promoting Michigan’s heritage and fostering cultural creativity. The department includes the Library of Michigan, the Mackinac Island State Park Commission, the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, the Michigan Film Office and the Michigan Historical Center. To learn more, visit www.michigan.gov/hal.