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The Guided Walking History Tour of Traverse City was established in 2016. Now in our 8th season, our walking tour is as a casual walk through the historic neighborhoods and waterfront of Traverse City. Our tours are on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. So please join us – we begin and end our walking tours at the Perry Hannah Plaza on the northwest corner of Sixth and Union Streets, two blocks south of downtown.

Please join Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy Steward, Leader Paula Dreeszen for Field Trip on Spring Wildflowers at Pete's Woods, C.S. Mott Nature Center, Arcadia Dunes.

The Guided Walking History Tour of Traverse City was established in 2016. Now in our 8th season, our walking tour is a casual walk through the historic neighborhoods and waterfront of Traverse City. Our tours are on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. So please join us – we begin and end our walking tours at the Perry Hannah Plaza on the northwest corner of Sixth and Union Streets, two blocks south of downtown.

Local growers and producers from all around northwestern Michigan. Located next to the Elk Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce, on US 31 by the Swan.

Registration for the Less Cancer’s 2023 Hike and Bike America is NOW OPEN!

According to the CDC, “Only half of adults get the physical activity they need to help reduce and prevent chronic diseases.” We are hoping this event serves to inspire you and the community around you to get moving!

Register as an individual, or create a team with your family, friends, colleagues, or neighbors and put in as many miles as you can between June 2 and July 2. We’ll be moving and raising money all month long, and your commitment to a daily walk or weekly ride will help to support the critical work of preventing cancer. So, join us and make it your own adventure!

The kick-off for this year’s Hike and Bike America will feature a FREE concert by the band, The Insiders: A Tribute to Tom Petty, at Mt. Holiday in Traverse City, MI on Saturday, June 3! Please join us if you are in the neighborhood!

You can register to hike, bike, or walk with us right here: https://www.classy.org/event/2023-less-cancer-hike-and-bike-america/e459328

Let’s work together to get and keep America moving!

Join Black Cap Farm, the Manistee Conservation District, Plant It Wild, Go Beyond Beauty and additional partners to browse educational booths, register for raffles, and shop for native plants.
Location: Black Cap Farm, 5265 Crescent Beach Rd., Onekama.

Registration for the Less Cancer’s 2023 Hike and Bike America is NOW OPEN!

According to the CDC, “Only half of adults get the physical activity they need to help reduce and prevent chronic diseases.” We are hoping this event serves to inspire you and the community around you to get moving!

Register as an individual, or create a team with your family, friends, colleagues, or neighbors and put in as many miles as you can between June 2 and July 2. We’ll be moving and raising money all month long, and your commitment to a daily walk or weekly ride will help to support the critical work of preventing cancer. So, join us and make it your own adventure!

The kick-off for this year’s Hike and Bike America will feature a FREE concert by the band, The Insiders: A Tribute to Tom Petty, at Mt. Holiday in Traverse City, MI on Saturday, June 3! Please join us if you are in the neighborhood!

You can register to hike, bike, or walk with us right here: https://www.classy.org/event/2023-less-cancer-hike-and-bike-america/e459328

Let’s work together to get and keep America moving!

Registration for the Less Cancer’s 2023 Hike and Bike America is NOW OPEN!

According to the CDC, “Only half of adults get the physical activity they need to help reduce and prevent chronic diseases.” We are hoping this event serves to inspire you and the community around you to get moving!

Register as an individual, or create a team with your family, friends, colleagues, or neighbors and put in as many miles as you can between June 2 and July 2. We’ll be moving and raising money all month long, and your commitment to a daily walk or weekly ride will help to support the critical work of preventing cancer. So, join us and make it your own adventure!

The kick-off for this year’s Hike and Bike America will feature a FREE concert by the band, The Insiders: A Tribute to Tom Petty, at Mt. Holiday in Traverse City, MI on Saturday, June 3! Please join us if you are in the neighborhood!

You can register to hike, bike, or walk with us right here: https://www.classy.org/event/2023-less-cancer-hike-and-bike-america/e459328

Let’s work together to get and keep America moving!

Smart Commute Week is an annual celebration held during the first full week of June. The purpose of Smart Commute Week is to promote alternative forms of transportation and to educate area residents of the benefits of a smart commute.

The week consists of events promoting cycling, walking, taking the bus and carpooling. Free daily breakfasts are hosted at various locations around town for smart commuters. Every year community members challenge each other to a friendly competition known as the Commuter Cup Challenge.

Registration for the Less Cancer’s 2023 Hike and Bike America is NOW OPEN!

According to the CDC, “Only half of adults get the physical activity they need to help reduce and prevent chronic diseases.” We are hoping this event serves to inspire you and the community around you to get moving!

Register as an individual, or create a team with your family, friends, colleagues, or neighbors and put in as many miles as you can between June 2 and July 2. We’ll be moving and raising money all month long, and your commitment to a daily walk or weekly ride will help to support the critical work of preventing cancer. So, join us and make it your own adventure!

The kick-off for this year’s Hike and Bike America will feature a FREE concert by the band, The Insiders: A Tribute to Tom Petty, at Mt. Holiday in Traverse City, MI on Saturday, June 3! Please join us if you are in the neighborhood!

You can register to hike, bike, or walk with us right here: https://www.classy.org/event/2023-less-cancer-hike-and-bike-america/e459328

Let’s work together to get and keep America moving!