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Parks and Recreation Administrative Office
248-858-0906
Info@OaklandCountyParks.com
Waterford, MI 48328
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Media Contact
Desiree Stanfield, Chief – Marketing & Communications
248-705-4108; stanfieldd@oakgov.com
Gold Star Families now eligible for OCP military appreciation benefit
OAKLAND COUNTY – Sept. 30, 2024 – Oakland County Parks (OCP) is immediately expanding its military recreation voucher program to include Gold Star Families, those who have experienced the loss of an immediate family member who died during active-duty military service.
View the full Gold Star Families military appreciation benefit news release
Media Contact
Desiree Stanfield, Chief – Marketing & Communications
248-705-4108; stanfieldd@oakgov.com
Funding available to help with high-priority invasive species, restoration projects
OAKLAND COUNTY – As work continues to remove invasive species throughout Oakland County, local cities, townships, villages and non-profit organizations are encouraged to apply for grant funding available through Oakland County Parks.
View the full Community Habitat Improvement Projects grant program news release
Media Contact
Desiree Stanfield, Chief – Marketing & Communications
248-705-4108; stanfieldd@oakgov.com
Explore Holly Oaks ORV Park during free ORV weekend Aug. 17-18
HOLLY – Holly Oaks ORV Park will participate in the Free ORV Weekend hosted by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) Aug. 17-18. During these two days, Michigan residents and visitors legally can ride DNR-designated routes and trails without purchasing an ORV license or trail permit. In addition, the entrance fee for Holly Oaks ORV Park has been waived by the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission.
View the full Free ORV Weekend news release
Media Contact
Desiree Stanfield, Chief – Marketing & Communications
248-705-4108; stanfieldd@oakgov.com
Have a ‘paws-itively’ fabulous time at first-ever Tails & Trails Race
CLARKSTON - No bones about it, the dog days of summer will be in full force at Independence Oaks County Park in Clarkston on Aug. 18 when the first-ever Tails & Trails 5K/1K Race presented by Oakland County Parks (OCP) takes place. Participants are welcome to run or walk with their favorite four-legged friend while raising awareness for the Do Only Good Animal Rescue.
View the full Tails & Trails news release
Media Contact
Desiree Stanfield, Chief – Marketing & Communications
248-705-4108; stanfieldd@oakgov.com
Bipartisan County Commission vote places Oakland County Parks millage proposal on November ballot
OAKLAND COUNTY – In a bipartisan vote at its July 18 meeting, the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution placing a millage question on the Nov. 5, 2024 General Election ballot that would provide Oakland County Parks with millions in additional funding for needed investments in improved parks, trails and outdoor recreational activities.
View the full 2024 Millage news release
Media Contact
Desiree Stanfield, Chief – Marketing & Communications
248-705-4108; stanfieldd@oakgov.com
Oakland Uncorked to celebrate region’s wines, food, craft beers and culture
WATERFORD – Celebrate Michigan’s rich culture and bountiful harvest during Oakland Uncorked, an annual event that showcases the talents of local restaurants, wine distributors, craft beer brewers and artists. This year’s event is scheduled from 7-10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2 at the Oakland County Farmers Market, 2350 Pontiac Lake Road in Waterford.
View the full Oakland Uncorked news release
Media Contact
Desiree Stanfield, Chief – Marketing & Communications
248-705-4108; stanfieldd@oakgov.com
This July, celebrate ‘Where You Belong’ with Oakland County Parks
OAKLAND COUNTY – This July, join Oakland County Parks (OCP) as it celebrates how Oakland County is stronger, more vibrant and more resilient because of parks and recreation.
View the full Park and Recreation Month news release
Media Contact
Ella Ho Ching
602-625-9054; ehoching@commitagency.com
USA BMX Stars and Stripes Nationals Rides into Waterford Township
TULSA, Okla. - Hundreds of professional and amateur BMX riders from around the world will descend on Waterford Township this weekend, July 5-7, for the USA BMX Stars and Stripes Nationals.
View the full Stars and Stripes Nationals news release
Media Contact
Desiree Stanfield, Chief – Marketing & Communications
248-705-4108; stanfieldd@oakgov.com
Addison Oaks County Park opens themed feature that is out of this world
OAKLAND COUNTY – It doesn’t need to be dark outside in order to gaze at the galaxy at Addison Oaks Campground and County Park near Rochester. A grand opening for the new Solar System Trail along the popular Buhl Lake Loop was held on Thursday, June 20, showcasing the inclusive trail that can be enjoyed by both campers and day-use guests year round.
View the full Solar System Trail news release
Media Contact
Desiree Stanfield, Chief – Marketing & Communications
248-705-4108; stanfieldd@oakgov.com
Oakland County Parks opens outdoor recreation area in Lyon Oaks County Park
LYON TOWNSHIP – Visitors to the Woods Edge day-use area at Lyon Oaks County Park this summer will be greeted with increased opportunities for active outdoor recreation. Work has concluded on a destination playground, flexible exercise space, accessible pickleball courts, updated parking lot and improved trail connectivity to the Huron Valley Trail.
View full Lyon Oaks playground opening news release