Newaygo County Convention & Visitors Bureau http://newaygocountytourism.com Travel information about Newaygo County, Michigan Fri, 20 Apr 2012 12:33:39 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 National Astronomy Day http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/04/20/national-astronomy-day/ http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/04/20/national-astronomy-day/#comments Fri, 20 Apr 2012 12:33:39 +0000 CVB http://newaygocountytourism.com/?p=1365 In honor of National Astronomy Day the Stephen F. Wessling Observatory, hosted by the Newaygo County Dark Sky Astronomers, has scheduled a special viewing event for  April 28, 2012.  On Satruday, April 28th from 8:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. the public is invited to the Stephen F. Wessling Observatory located seven miles north of Fremont at the Dropscott Farm Environmental Center, 6523 W. Baseline, Fremont, Michigan weather conditions permitting.

Special interest of our viewing will include the planets: Venus and Jupiter.  Admission for this special event is FREE.  Visitors are reminded to bring flashlights for walking around the property to the ovservatory and dress appropriately for the evening’s conditions.  Group reservations for non-scheduled viewoing night, no more than 30 inddividuals, also are available.  For information, call (231) 924-2420.  For more information on viewing events, times and locations please take a look at www.sfwobservatory.org.

]]> http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/04/20/national-astronomy-day/feed/ 0 Newaygo County’s New Website Photo Raffle http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/04/12/newaygo-countys-new-website-photo-raffle/ http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/04/12/newaygo-countys-new-website-photo-raffle/#comments Thu, 12 Apr 2012 14:27:33 +0000 CVB3 http://newaygocountytourism.com/?p=1361 The Newaygo County CVB is currently in the process of re-designing our website. We are looking for authentic photos of Newaygo County that show the county’s natural beauty, activities, and events. The following is the list of categories:

 

 

Categories:

 

Historical photos of:

                City of Newaygo

                Fremont

                White Cloud

                Grant

                Hesperia

 

Water Sports

                Tubing

                Kayaking

                Canoeing

                Boating

                Water Skiing

                Paddle boarding

 

Biking/Trails

Fishing/Hunting

Camping

Hiking/Trails

Golfing

Mushrooms/Mushroom Hunting

Bird Watching/Birds

Horseback riding

 

Winter Sports

                Cross Country Skiing

                Snowmobiling

                Ice Skating

                Sledding

                Snowboarding

                Ice Fishing

                Down hill Skiing

                Snow Shoeing

Arts and Culture

                Artist

                Artist at work

                Performances

                                Plays

                                Musicals              

                                Concerts

Events/Festivals

                Newaygo Troutfest

                Newaygo Memorial Day Festival

                NCCA Art Festival in Fremont

                White Cloud Homecoming Festival

                Newaygo County Agricultural Fair

                White Cloud Pow Wow

                Grant Frontier Festival

                Newaygo Logging Festival           

                Fremont’s Fall Harvest Festival

                Fourth of July

                Fremont’s National Baby Food Festival

                Newaygo Christmas Walk

                Fremont Christmas Walk

                Santa Train

 

 

Entry rules: The photos must be taken in/of Newaygo County. By submitting these photos, you are giving the CVB the right to use them on our New Newaygo County Tourism website,(which is linked to our facebook) and for any other marketing materials. You will receive photo credit.

 

Newaygo CVB Website: www.newaygocountytourism.com

 

How to Enter: Email your photo with your name, phone number, and which category you are submitting your photo to. Once your photo is approved, it will be posted to the Newaygo County CVB facebook page.

 

How to Win: Winning is easy! Each photo approved and put on the Facebook page will have the name of the photographer put into a raffle.  The more photos you enter and are put on the Newaygo County CVB Facebook Page (Albums) the more times your name will be entered into the raffle.

 

There will be several raffle drawings with one grand prize winner.

 

Last day to enter:  December 15, 2012   

 

Drawing will be held on: December 19, 2012

 

Good Luck from all of us at The Newaygo County Convention and Visitors Bureau!

 

For more information go to the Newaygo County CVB Website!

 

]]> http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/04/12/newaygo-countys-new-website-photo-raffle/feed/ 0 CVB Winter Photo Contest Winners http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/04/10/cvb-winter-photo-contest-winners/ http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/04/10/cvb-winter-photo-contest-winners/#comments Tue, 10 Apr 2012 12:50:14 +0000 CVB3 http://newaygocountytourism.com/?p=1358 The CVB Winter Photo Contest winners have been announced!  

Winter Scenery: Olivia DeLong (55 likes)!
Winter Activities: Jules Halbrooks (35 likes)!

Congratulations!

Please look at all the great photos on our Facebook page.  Our Spring contest is starting today so start taking pictures

]]> http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/04/10/cvb-winter-photo-contest-winners/feed/ 0 Pure Michigan ROI Highest in Campaign’s History http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/04/03/pure-michigan-roi-highest-in-campaigns-history/ http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/04/03/pure-michigan-roi-highest-in-campaigns-history/#comments Tue, 03 Apr 2012 14:03:45 +0000 CVB3 http://newaygocountytourism.com/?p=1353 Everyone has seen at least one of the many Pure Michigan billboards or Television ads. In 2011, the Pure Michigan campaign brought an estimated 1.2 million out of state travelers to Michigan who spent an estimated $465.5 million. Generating a $3.11 return on investment to the state. With great results from the Pure Michigan campaign the Governor wants to put more focus on the campaign to draw in more out of state travelers. This year Pure Michigan is partnering with Coca-Cola to be even more successful.

To Read the full article click on the below link:

http://www.mibiz.com/news/economic-development/19529-pure-michigan-roi-highest-in-campaigns-history.html

]]> http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/04/03/pure-michigan-roi-highest-in-campaigns-history/feed/ 0 NASA Veteran Astronaut to Present at the Dogwood Center http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/03/30/nasa-veteran-astronaut-to-present-at-the-dogwood-center/ http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/03/30/nasa-veteran-astronaut-to-present-at-the-dogwood-center/#comments Fri, 30 Mar 2012 15:19:45 +0000 CVB http://newaygocountytourism.com/?p=1350 The Newaygo Conservation District and the Newaygo County Dark Sky Astonomers are very excited to provide a presentation by Thomas D. Jones, PhD, one of NASA’s veteran Astronauts.  the presentation will be held at the Dogwood Center for Performing Arts, 4734 South Campus Drive, Fremont, MI 49412 on April 20, 2012 at 7:00 PM.  Tickets are $10.00 for adults, children 18 and under are FREE (however a ticket is required).  Tickets available at the Dogwood Box Office, www.dogwoodcenter.com or by tlephone at 231-924-8885.  This is a wonderful family event.

]]> http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/03/30/nasa-veteran-astronaut-to-present-at-the-dogwood-center/feed/ 0 Newaygo County Approves ORV Ordinance http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/03/09/newaygo-county-approves-orv-ordinance/ http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/03/09/newaygo-county-approves-orv-ordinance/#comments Fri, 09 Mar 2012 17:40:50 +0000 CVB http://newaygocountytourism.com/?p=1333 The Newaygo County Board of Commissioners recently approved an ordinance to allow ORV usage on county roads. The ordinance does not apply within the cities of Newaygo, Fremont, Grant, White Cloud, or the Village of Hesperia. Also, the ordinance does not apply to any state or federal highway or trunk-line (M-37, M-82, M-20, M-120).

The ordinance requires ORVs to be operated with the flow of traffic in a way that doesn’t interfere with other vehicles. They must be ridden single file, except when overtaking/passing another ORV. They cannot be operated faster than 25 mph or any other lower posted ORV speed. A crash helmet and approved protective eye wear must be worn unless the ORV is equipped with a roof and the operator and passenger wear properly adjusted and fastened seat belts. Lastly, they must display a lit headlight and tailight at all times.

Riders under 18 must have a valid driver’s license or be over the age of 12, be carrying an ORV certificate, and be under direct visual supervision of an adult.

The ordinance takes effect April 19, 2012. For more info, or to view a copy of the ordinance, visit www.countyofnewaygo.com and select “ORV Ordinance” in the “Spotlight” section.

]]> http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/03/09/newaygo-county-approves-orv-ordinance/feed/ 0 Seventh Annual Newaygo Troutfest http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/03/09/seventh-annual-newaygo-troutfest/ http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/03/09/seventh-annual-newaygo-troutfest/#comments Fri, 09 Mar 2012 16:05:53 +0000 CVB http://newaygocountytourism.com/?p=1330 The Newaygo Troutfest is made possible by the sponsorship of the Newaygo Chamber of Commerce.

This community held event promotes outdoor activities and community involvement.  Each year a non-profit organization is chosen to benefit from events raffle ticket proceeds. The Troufest continues to grow each year thanks to the many local Newaygo businesses and volunteers who work and donate so generously to make the Newaygo Troutfest the success that it is.
Also, special thanks to the Business Women Of Newaygo for planning and co-sponsoring this years event.

Pending Schedule of Events

Friday, April 27, 2012

5:30 PM           Live Music in Brooks Park

5:30 PM           Raffle ticket sales
Kids games, chicken drop and bobber races

6:30 PM           Silent Auction – Dine on hot dogs, chips and beverages

Saturday, April 28, 2012

All Day             Fishing Contest  – Sponsored by Parsley’s Sport  and Fly Shop

7 PM                Fish weigh in – behind Sportsman’s on the Patio

8 PM                Adult Minnow Eating Contest at Sportsman’s Bar
Photo Contest

9 PM                Raffle Drawing

9:15 PM           Live Music and Drink Specials at Sportsman’s Bar

All Night          Bobber Races

For more information about events and times for this years Newaygo Troutfest, please contact:

Colleen Lynema, Executive Director of Newaygo Chamber of Commerce
Email: info@newaygonaturally.com
Website: http://www.newaygonaturally.com/
Office Phone: 231.652.3068
Fax: 231.652.9489

Visit the website: http://newaygotroutfest.blogspot.com/

 

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https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/NewaygoCountySurvey

 

]]> http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/03/06/cvb-survey/feed/ 0 NAIFC Tournament Cancelled Due to Warm Weather http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/03/01/naifc-tournament-cancelled-due-to-warm-weather/ http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/03/01/naifc-tournament-cancelled-due-to-warm-weather/#comments Thu, 01 Mar 2012 14:58:50 +0000 CVB http://newaygocountytourism.com/?p=1324 It is disappointing to report that the North American Ice Fishing Circuit Tournament that was scheduled for this weekend, March 2-4, has been cancelled due to poor/unsafe ice conditions.  The event was to take place on Croton Hardy Pond and the good news is that we will host the event again next year.  The unseasonably warm weather this year has truly made it challenging to enjoy the winter sports that bring people into Newaygo County each year.  But there’s always next year……let’s pray for cold, snowy weather!!!

]]> http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/03/01/naifc-tournament-cancelled-due-to-warm-weather/feed/ 0 Newaygo County Museum Preparing to Re-Open in 2012. http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/01/30/newaygo-county-museum-preparing-to-re-open-in-2012/ http://newaygocountytourism.com/2012/01/30/newaygo-county-museum-preparing-to-re-open-in-2012/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:26:10 +0000 CVB http://newaygocountytourism.com/?p=1296 Six years after having to close down it’s operations in 2006, the Newaygo County Museum is planning to open it’s doors again midway through 2012. In a new location (12 Quarterline) that is situated  right downtown, they are currently open this Winter by Appointment.

There are some various volunteer opportunities with this re-opening that include:

-Artifacts Committee (Care & Maintenance of artifacts; designing displays)
-Fundraising/Public Relations Committee (Organize fundraisers, Promoting the Museum)
-Education Committee (Assemble & Promote Educational Artifact Boxes; School Tours)
-Museum Docents (Welcome patrons to the Museum during open hours)
-Technical/Record Keeping (Keep records of artifacts using Past Perfect program)

Their ultimate goal is to ‘generate interest and support from the community in order to operate a museum that will present and preserve our history for our children.’

More details and contact information will be released closer to the grand re-opening. You may also visit www.ncshg.org/museum.htm

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