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Events Calendar 2012

EVENTS AT OUR KOA & SURROUNDING AREA

Remember that along with all the events and activities available May through mid-October, we continue to provide family movies, bingo, tie-dye T-shirts, Sno-cones, games and educational classes.

Whether you have brought entertainment or wish to visit the many area events, we will do our very best to assist you with any interest you may have. Stop in our Store or stop any of our staff (in yellow KOA shirts) and ask any questions you might have. We truly want to serve you!

MAY 2012

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Opening Weekend

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Come Camp & Care With Us Weekend - Campers who stay as paying guests on Friday, May 13 are eligible to receive a Free Night of camping on Saturday, May 14. Call 800-562-0253 or click here to make a reservation.

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Morel Mushroom Festival at Boyne City. Each May, Boyne City fills with hundreds of mushroom lovers from around the country who come seeking that elusive delicacy-the marvelous morel. Found in nearby woods and clearings, morels are favored by those who know their 'shrooms.
www.morelfest.com          VIDEO

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All Canadians Weekend Special - Call 800-562-0253 for more information or click here to make a reservation.

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Zoo-De-Mack Bike Tour is a weekend of huge parties with great bands, one of the most scenic bicycle rides in the country, views of the mighty Mackinac Bridge, and one magical island...
www.zoo-de-mack.com       VIDEO

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Come Camp With Us on Memorial Day - Enjoy a great weekend.
Call 800-562- 0253 or
click here to make a reservation.

JUNE 2012

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Pedal Bike Ride - We welcome all campers to bring their bicycles and join us for a Pedal Bike Ride in June, July and August. Enjoy the pace and the view of nature on the paved bike trails of the Little Traverse Bay Wheelway from the KOA to Harbor Springs, Petoskey or all the way to Charlevoix.
Call 800-562- 0253 or
click here to make a reservation.     VIDEO

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Free Fishing Weekend - Free fishing throughout the State of Michigan June 9 and 10.
www.michigan.gov/freefishing
Call 800-562- 0253 or click here to make a reservation.

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Petoskey Stone Polising Class - Enjoy learning about polishing techniques that will bring out the beauty and detail of your Petoskey Stones. This is a skill you will find valuable for years to come.
Call 800-562- 0253 or
click here to make a reservation.

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Annual Lilac Festival. Flowers, food, games and parades commemorate these scented flowers all week long! The Lilac Parade - one of the largest festival parades in Michigan - is always a delight to see the beautiful Mackinac Island.
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13th Annual Gallery Walk. The galleries of Downtown Petoskey welcome the public to this evening of art and fun. This is your chance to visit local galleries in an open house setting, some even have the artists on hand. Don't miss the afterglow party and raffle where you could win some wonderful pieces of art from the participating galleries.
www.petoskey.com

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29th Annual Petoskey Soccer Tournament.
The Petoskey Youth Soccer Association offers competitive soccer in a variety of age groups. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy a great weekend of soccer in northern Michigan.
www.petoskeysoccer.com

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Bay Harbor In-Water Boat Show at Bay Harbor Lake Marina. Displays are presented from personal water crafts to mega yachts up to 95 feet. On-land displays can be found featuring custom made furniture & beds, nautical art, aerial photography, and all your boating needs to get you ready for the 2010 boating season.
www.bayharbor.com

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13th Annual Summer Solstice Art Show features high quality art displayed in beautiful Charlevoix on Round Lake. Participating artisans are carefully selected to ensure a well-rounded show offering a variety of fun and unique creations.
www.charlevoix.org

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Outdoor Cast-Iron Cooking - Join us for this informative weekend and you will be able to impress your family with the cooking ideas that you will learn from Jeff and Amy Corbin.
Call 800- 562-0253 or
click here to make a reservation.

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Bay Harbor Vintage Car and Boat Festival. Celebrating 12 years. Family Fun for all. Dream Cruise - Street Party - Parade of Vintage Vehicles & Boats.
www.bayharbor.com     VIDEO

JULY 2012

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USA Celebration At Petoskey KOA - Our own Popular parade and recog- nition to our veterans for their service to our country, along with many other activities. Call 800- 562-0253 or click here to make a reservation.

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Antiques at the Fair Grounds. Over 100 dealers from around the country. Largest show in Northern Michigan. Saturday 9am-4pm, and Sunday 10am - 4pm. Food pavillions on site.
antiquesatthefairgrounds.com

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Work Out Kamp - This is a free opportunity to participate with our conditioning trainers with a goal of physical and mental improvements. When you make your reservations, be sure to let us know that you are going to be involved with this life improvement activity.
Call 800- 562-0253 or
click here to make a reservation

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32nd Annual Blissfest at Cross Village, Festival Farm
100% pure music! Jazz, folk music and roots music. Terrific artists. Crafts, dancing and workshops.
www.blissfest.org

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44th Annual Crafts Show
In East Park in beautiful downtown Charlevoix. Show hours are Saturday, 10am - 6pm and Sunday, 10am - 4pm.
www.charlevoix.org

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Art In The Park at Pennsylvannia Park, Petoskey. Over 100 exhibitors in a juried fine art show. One of Petoskey’s finest traditions.
www.petoskey.com

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Charlevoix Venetian Festival What began 80 years ago as a simple candle-lit boat parade has grown into a week-long flurry of color and pageantry that highlights the summer season and attracts tens of thousands of visitors.
www.venetianfestival.com

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Antique Flywheelers Show. Location: Walloon Lake Flywheelers Fairgrounds
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Downtown Petoskey Sidewalk Sale. Plenty of entertainment, food, fun and of course sensational values from participating downtown merchants will abound. This once a year event features more than 140 downtown businesses joining forces to offer you great savings!
www.petoskey.com

AUGUST 2012

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Painting School at Petoskey KOA with Ray Baginski - If you’ve ever had the desire to paint, this weekend will be for you! Ray Baginski will guide you through expert painting techniques to help you create your very own masterpiece.
Call 800- 562-0253 or
click here to make a reservation.

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Antiques at the Fair Grounds. Over 100 dealers from around the country. Largest show in Northern Michigan. Saturday 9am-4pm, and Sunday 10am - 4pm. Food pavillions on site.
antiquesatthefairgrounds.com

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Annual Bay Harbor Summer Art Fair - Village at Bay Harbor.
A celebrated collection of fine artists showcasing their works in the beautiful Village at Bay Harbor. Admission is free.
www.bayharbor.com

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International Ironworkers Festival at Mackinaw City. Come celebrate the construc- tion of the Mackinac Bridge and the heritage of the men who built the Mighty Mac.
www.ironfest.com

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Boyne City Antique Car Show - On the shores of beautiful Lake Charlevoix in Veterans Memorial Park on Lake Street, Boyne City, MI.
www.boynechamber.com/

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Family Olympics Weekend - Fun and games for the whole family all weekend long.
Call 800- 562-0253 or
click here to make a reservation.

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9th Annual Festival on the Bay. Festival Features include: Live Music, Triathlon, Bay Cruises, an Arts & Crafts Show, a nightly celebration of our "Million Dollar Sunsets" and Much More!
www.petoskeyfestival.com

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Stamp Kamp - If you scrapbook or stamp, or are a novice in these areas, you will enjoy this fun-filled workshop. All supplies are provided. And yes, it’s free!
Call 800- 562-0253 or
click here to make a reservation.

SEPTEMBER 2012

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55th Annual Labor Day Bridge Walk. The only day of the year that you are allowed to walk the Mighty Mac.
www.macinacbridge.org     VIDEO

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Making Soup Weekend at Petoskey KOA.
Call 800-562- 0253 or
click here to make a reservation.

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Murder Mystery Weekend at Petoskey KOA. Once again we are offering this exciting week- end. Don’t miss out on the fun. Reserve early, it tends to sell out fast. Cottages $299, Cabins $189, sites $159. includes meals, t-shirt, door prizes, photo and lots of fun!
Call 800-562- 0253 or
click here to make a reservation.

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Taste of Harbor Springs at the Harbor Spring’s waterfront. Yum! Over 20 exhibitors ranging from restaurants and lunch counters to gourmet shops & confectioners. Sample appetizers. Beer and wine tasting also.
harborspringschamber.com

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Fall Harvest Weekend
Come watch the leaves change at Petoskey KOA.
Call 800-562- 0253 or
click here to make a reservation.

OCTOBER 2012

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Last Weekend for Camping at Petoskey KOA
Come watch the leaves change at Petoskey KOA.
Call 800-562- 0253 or
click here to make a reservation.