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Experience our Venues at one of our Scheduled Events

Not only do our outdoor venues provide you a space for all of your special occasions, but we offer some special events that anyone can register and participate in. Let us do the planning — simply register for our events and enjoy your activities in the beautiful outdoors.

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Upcoming Events

Horseback riding at D-Bar-A Ranch

Spring Fling Ride for the Ranch

April 18 & April 19, 2026 | Metamora, Michigan

Springtime is a great time to get outside and enjoy the budding trees and warmer weather! Enjoy a ride through the hills and woods of beautiful D-Bar-A Ranch.  Choose one or both days to ride our trails.  Rent a horse (90 minute guided ride), or bring your own.  Discount for two days.  Consider making it a weekend and renting an Cabin, Campsite, or RV site.

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Angler’s Base Camp

May 2026 | Clare, Michigan

Anglers’ Base Camp is located in the central part of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula at Camp Rotary.  It has one of our country’s clearest spring-fed lakes, scenic rolling hills and fragrant pine trees, making it one of the most beautiful camps in the country.  Located in Clare, Michigan, Camp Rotary has over 1,100 acres and abundant natural resources, Camp Rotary is the perfect basecamp for all of your adventures.

The camp runs weekly starting in May 2026.

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Family Getaway Weekends

May 22-25, 2026 AND Sept 4-7, 2026

Alger, Michigan

Weekend of family camping fun!

Open to the public. Included in the package:

– A campsite
– Three full meals Saturday and Sunday with Breakfast on Monday

Some highlights include:

River Tubing  |  Archery  |   Bouldering  |  Boating on the Bosco Lake
Fishing  |  Nature Hikes  |  Outdoor Games  |  Crafts
Much, much more!

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Horseback riding at D-Bar-A Ranch Michigan

Aloha Summer Ride for the Ranch

August 15 & August 16, 2026 | Metamora, Michigan

One final fling before school is back in session and summer breezes drift away. Enjoy a ride through the hills and woods of beautiful D-Bar-A Ranch.  Choose one or both days to ride our trails.  Rent a horse (90 minute guided ride), or bring your own.  Discount for two days.  Consider making it a weekend and renting an Cabin, Campsite, or RV site.

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Horseback riding at D-Bar-A Ranch Michigan

Color Ride for the Ranch

October 10 & October 11, 2026 | Metamora, Michigan

The leaves are turning red, orange, and yellow, and the crisp, fall air calls to us to get outside before the flakes start flying. Enjoy a ride through the hills and woods of beautiful D-Bar-A Ranch.  Choose one or both days to ride our trails.  Rent a horse (90 minute guided ride), or bring your own.  Discount for two days.  Consider making it a weekend and renting an Cabin, Campsite, or RV site.

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Salmon & Steelhead Base Camp

October 11-17, 2026 | Twin Lake, Michigan

Fall Salmon and Steelhead Base Camp is located in the western part of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula at Gerber Scout Reservation.  Located in Twin Lake, Michigan, Gerber Scout Reservation has over 800 acres and abundant natural resources, including multiple inland lakes teeming with fish.  Gerber is the perfect basecamp for all of your adventures.

The camp runs for one week, October 11-17, 2026. 

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Holiday Ride for the Ranch

December 5 & December 6, 2026 | Metamora, Michigan

Get into the Holiday spirit with a ride through the woods.  Fingers crossed a dusting of snow makes it festive! Enjoy a ride through the hills and woods of beautiful D-Bar-A Ranch.  Choose one or both days to ride our trails.  Rent a horse (90 minute guided ride), or bring your own.  Discount for two days.  Consider making it a weekend and renting an Cabin, Campsite, or RV site.

More Info & Registration

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