W hen you think of Newaygo, think of outdoor pursuits. And that's only natural, since Newaygo is situated in a wooded river valley where winds are hushed by the pines, where the sound of rushing water is hypnotic, where the scents of nature invigorate the spirit.

After all, when you remember a place in time, you remember the "feel" of the day, the sense of calm, and the kindness of the people.



Spring is a time to reacquaint yourself with nature, a time to dust off the tackle box or walking shoes A time to visit Riverfront Park and its many features including picnic tables, cooking grills, fishing piers, playground equipment, and the river walkway. On Memorial Weekend in late May, check out the Arts & Crafts Festival in Brooks Park downtown. Grafters from across America set up booths for this popular weekend event. Summer in Newaygo offers abundant campgrounds, trails, public access to rivers. And don't forget the 236 natural lakes in Newaygo County! Fishing , boating, canoeing, and tubing are among the most popular pastimes in this area., along with the five public golf courses nearby. On Labor Day weekend, Newaygo toots its own horn with Labor Day Logging Fest, in Brooks Park downtown, which features local merchant sales, arts and crafts, logging skills demonstrations and a parade.

Fall is a very special time around Newaygo, with the wondrous and awe-inspiring autumn colors -among the best in Michigan. Fall also brings fishing and hunting into focus.

Truly a town for all seasons, Newaygo comes to life in winter. Rolling hills for sledding, open field for crosscountry skiing, lakes and ponds for skating and ice fishing...Newaygo is a Winter Wonderland. And warm hearts and hearths abound at the many area restaurants and inns.


Croton and Hardy Dams:
MICHIGANS YEAR-ROUND PLAYGROUND

Forget your troubles and cares and while away your leisure time taking advantage of the multitude of facilities available for year-round fun.

Join the others in search of those delicious mushrooms that dot our woods. Walk across the historic Hardy Dam and Croton Bridge for a breathtaking view of the Muskegon River. Bring your power boat, sailboat, canoe, or enjoy swimming in the beautiful waters at the Croton and Hardy Ponds. Follow the color tour arrows throughout our area. Special sights are in store for you during autumn. Watch out for all those deer! The bow and rifle seasons bring many sportsmen to our National Forests. Winter brings plenty of snowmobiling, skiing, sliding and ice fishing.

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