Genesee County Parks

06/20/2026

06/19/2026

For this week’s Fridays in the Field, we’re heading to Crossroads Village to spotlight one of our most unique events of the season—Curious at Crossroads: Oddities Fest!

Are you in for the wildly weird, the seriously strange, and the downright peculiar? Then this is the weekend for you! Explore a fascinating collection of oddities vendors and discover the bizarre and unusual around every corner.

Be sure to stop by Clayton Township Hall, which will be transformed into 1313 Mockingbird Lane with a recreated Munsters living room display. While you're there, meet special guest Butch Patrick, better known as Eddie Munster from the original TV series The Munsters. He'll be on-site throughout the weekend with merchandise available for purchase, along with two iconic pieces of Munsters history—the Dragula coffin car and Eddie Munster's Chopper motorcycle.

Head out to Crossroads Village on June 20 & 21 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. for a weekend full of curiosities, collectibles, celebrity appearances, and creepy fun. And if you're interested in keeping the oddities going after hours, stay late on Saturday, June 20, for a special FREE 60th Anniversary showing of Munster, Go Home! It's a delightfully peculiar weekend you won't want to miss!

Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/ryhfz8yr

06/19/2026

The Genesee County Parks Administrative Office will be closed in observance of the holiday today, Friday, June 19.

We will reopen with regular hours of operation on June 22nd at 8 am🌿

06/17/2026

Check out all of the summer programs in our Parks Playbook!

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06/17/2026

Join our shop team- 𝗠𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁!

Genesee County Parks is looking for a motivated individual to support our vehicle and equipment maintenance operations. This is a part-time, year-round position with no benefits. Pay is based on experience: $18.00–$26.00/hour.

What you'll do: Depending on your experience level, duties may include assisting mechanics with routine maintenance and repairs on vehicles, mowers, and equipment; shop cleanup and tool organization; parts runs; equipment transport using trailers; performing preventive maintenance and minor repairs; and helping coordinate shop operations.

What we're looking for:
-Valid driver's license (trailer experience a plus)
-Must be at least 18 years old
-Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
-More experienced candidates may qualify for a higher pay tier
-Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and varied hours
-OSHA-approved safety-toed footwear required

We welcome applicants of all experience levels! If you have a passion for hands-on work and want to be part of a great team, we encourage you to apply: https://geneseecountyparks.org/463749-2/

06/15/2026

Back again! Our special event, 𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 & 𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 weekend, returns to the Mounds!

Visit all weekend long and enter for your chance to win some unique prizes: June 20-21! Entry into the drawings is included with the purchase of a day pass or seasonal pass. Already a season pass holder? You're eligible to enter, too!

Winners will be announced on Sunday at 6 pm

06/12/2026

We've got even more FREE programs coming to the State Park in Flint this summer!

Gather the family, meet new friends, and enjoy opportunities to learn, play, and explore in the outdoors.

📚 Nature Storytime
Sprout a love of reading and nature through stories, songs, games, and a hands-on craft. Perfect for young nature lovers and their families.

🎯 Mott Park Game Night
We're teaming up with the Mott Park Association Game Nights for an evening of outdoor adventure! Try activities like wilderness survival, disc golf, archery, fishing, and more. There's something for everyone to enjoy.

Check out our calendar for all the great programs and events happening at The State Park this summer!
https://geneseecountyparks.org/calendar/ #/events/?view=month&jump=2026-06-01T00%3A00%3A00.000Z&keyword=&tag=&ageGroup=&organizations=h6bqn7g89E&pastEvents=n

06/12/2026

For today's Fridays in the Field, we're highlighting last night's River & Roots Celebration with Keep Genesee County Beautiful and the Flint River Watershed Coalition!

This annual event celebrates the power of community partnerships while bringing neighbors together to connect with nature and one another. This year's carnival-themed celebration featured live music, games and activities, free food and drinks, opportunities to connect with local organizations making a difference throughout Genesee County, and special recognition of outstanding community members. The Flint River and Community Stewardship Golden Gloves Award, presented for the Stewardship Day event, was awarded to the individual who discovered a wooden rocking horse at Glenwood Cemetery. The Dr. Gary Pace Volunteer of the Year Award was presented to Tiffany Minder, and the Joe Leonardi Leadership Award was presented to Patricia Ramirez. Congratulations to all three recipients on these well-deserved honors!

A special thank you to all of the participating organizations that helped make this event possible: Friends of the Flint River Trail, Flint Institute of Music, For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum, Wolverine Campground, Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad, Genesee County Parks - State Park, Genesee County Human Resources and Labor Relations, Genesee County Metropolitan Planning Commission, Food Bank of Eastern Michigan, Crim Fitness Foundation, Gloria Coles Flint Public Library, Sloan Museum of Discovery, Motherly Intercession, Genesee Conservation District, Factory Two, Mid Michigan Therapy Dogs, and Uncle Ray's!

It was an evening filled with fun, laughter, and community spirit along the Flint River!

06/10/2026

Check out the new paint!!

06/10/2026

‼️Don't miss out on this opportunity‼️ We're only 1 day away from our family friendly, oh so much fun, Community Carnival and Resource Fair! Join us tomorrow, Thursday, June 11th from 4-7pm for food, fun, and community involvement.😊 For more details call 810-767-9696.