Page 10 - DNR-OAC September-December 2017

OCTOBER
21 Saturday
Celebrate National Forest Products Week
Activities 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.; Presentation by U.S. Forest Service at 1:00 p.m.
Do you use toothpaste? Play football? Then believe it or not, you use forest products! Join the OAC, DNR Forest Resources Division, and the U.S. Forest Service to learn about the importance of trees and the fascinating ways that forests are used in our everyday lives.
FEE: Included with the price of admission.
Fall Bike Ride 3:00 p.m.
Cooler weather and beautiful fall foliage... what better time to enjoy the outdoors than the month of October? Michigan is the Trail State - we have over 13,000 miles worth of different trails, including, hiking, biking and even ORV trails. The OAC is located on two of Detroit’s coolest trails! Join us on a guided bike ride down the Dequindre Cut, followed by a cruise through Milliken State Park if you’re up for it.
Must be 8 years old or older. Don’t forget to bring your bike.
If you don’t have a ride – we can help! Thanks to our friends at Wheelhouse Detroit, you can rent a bike to join us for this exciting event.
Meet on the front lawn of the Outdoor Adventure Center at 2:45 p.m. We will return by 4:15 p.m. If you need to rent a bike, make a reservation by visiting or calling Wheelhouse Detroit at 313-656-2403.
All those who rent at Wheelhouse will need to arrive at their location 1340 Atwater St., (just two blocks from the OAC) by 2:30 p.m. to complete paperwork and make your payment.
This is an out-and-back trail, paved and flat – no hills.
The Outdoor Adventure Center will provide a lead and lag rider and interpretive information along the ride.
This event is included with the price of admission to the OAC.
Please see our front desk to sign in, pay your admission and receive a wristband before the ride.
10
OCTOBER AT A GLANCE