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Category: Explorers Trail

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Grand Explorers’ Trail Race

The 1st Annual Grand Explorers’ Trail Race June 24, 2023 – 8 AM Run through two beautiful Ottawa County Parks in one race! #2Parks1Race What can we say? This trail …

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Partnerships Grow Benefits for Parks & Employees

Martin Harris has something extra to look forward to when he bikes the Idema Explorers Trail this spring. Harris was part of a team of Herman Miller employees who this …

Explorers Trail / fundraising / Grand River Greenway

$300,000 recommended for Grand River Greenway

Did you know… in 2019 the Ottawa County Parks Foundation contributed over $180,000 to the Grand River Greenway? The Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF) board recommended $300,000 in development funds …

Events / Explorers Trail / Grand River Greenway

Versluis GVSU Campus Segment Ribbon Cutting

Please join us to celebrate the completion of the Versluis GVSU Campus Segment of the Idema Explorers Trail. While this segment is only one-mile in length, it provides a crucial …

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$50,000 grant from the Consumers Energy Foundation

Progress continues to be made on fundraising for the Grand River Greenway and the Idema Explorers Trail with a $50,000 gift from the Consumers Energy Foundation. “‘Leaving it better than …

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Old Times, Places, and Faces along the Grand River Greenway

Board member and local historian Marjorie Viveen will be presenting stories from the Grand River Greenway throughout 2018. Immerse yourself in local history by joining us for this free series …

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Grand River Greenway taking shape

Original story: http://woodtv.com/2018/01/25/grand-river-greenway-taking-shape A trail that will take nature lovers along the Grand River from Grand Rapids to Grand Haven continues to take its shape. The $40 million Grand River Greenway project recently …

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Now announcing the Idema Explorers Trail!

The Ottawa Parks Foundation is pleased to announce a landmark $2 million gift from the Bill and Bea Idema Foundation for the development of the Grand River Greenway. The Ottawa …

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Frey & Wege Foundation Grant Awards

Ottawa County Parks Foundation’s effort to complete its Grand River Greenway Campaign is gaining significant traction with two recent gifts from regional foundations. The Grand River Greenway Campaign is the culmination of …

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Explorers Trail Progress in Robinson Township

Progress on the Grand River Explorers Trail continues in Robinson Township! This 3.9 mile segment of the trail will connect Connor Bayou to Riverside Park. It will also connect to …

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