Due to popular and repeated requests from our Hoosier hutchlings. Autumn, Jim, and Steve (of Castle Pretentious fame) are putting together a gathering of the eggs in the Irish Hills of Meechigan. Walter J. Hayes State Park is located in Southeast Michigan near the Michigan International Speedway.
The campground has a boat launch on Round Lake which connects to the much larger Wamplers Lake. Wamplers Lake also features a nice beach, concession stand, and change rooms for those who like to swim. Our get together is scheduled for August 19th, 20th, and 21st. Sites 86 through 96 are targeted for our gathering. Autumn and Jim will be at site 90.
Camping rates are $25/night however there are also Motor Vehicle Permits of $6/day for instate and $8/day for non-residents. Reservations may be made by calling 1-800-44Parks M-F 8-8/Sat & Sun 9-5 or logging on
www.michigan.gov.dnr.
This will be a rather informal
rally. Tuesday the 19th dogs and buns will be available at the host site. Wednesday there will be a Tour de Eggs from 10 am to 11:30 am. Wednesday afternoon from 1-4 there will be a visit to 2 or 3 local wineries. The third vino outlet is in Dundee near Cabela's about 30 miles from the campground. Wednesday at 6 pm there will be a potluck. Anyone with with musical abilities or inclinations are encouraged to bring instruments for campfires.
Nearby are lots of amusements for those with kids. Hidden Lake Gardens for fans of Botany is just down the road in Tipton. Please email us at
bagos@comcast.net once you've made your reservation to let us know your names, site numbers, rigs, and home cities. Hope to see you there!