Brower Park

06/11/2026

06/10/2026

🎉🌳 SUMMER STARTS HERE! 🌳🎉

Join us for the 11th Annual Mecosta County Parks Community Open House Weekend!
🚗 FREE Vehicle Entry All Weekend Long 📅 June 12–14

Explore your county parks, enjoy the great outdoors, and take part in FREE arts, crafts, and family-friendly activities throughout the weekend!

06/10/2026

🌲☀️ You're Invited to the Mecosta County Parks Community Open House Weekend! ☀️🌲

Join us this weekend as we kick off summer during our 11th Annual Community Open House Event - June 12-14, 2026!

🚗 FREE Vehicle Entry All Weekend Long!
Enjoy free day-use access at all Mecosta County Parks and discover everything our parks have to offer.

🎣 Michigan DNR Free Fishing Weekend
On June 13 & 14, no Michigan fishing license is required! Grab your fishing gear and spend some quality time on the water with family and friends. (All other fishing and boating regulations still apply.)

Whether you're looking to cast a line, go boating or swimming, explore the trails, try out some mountain biking, participate in family activities or just relax and enjoy the outdoors, there's something for everyone at Mecosta County Parks!

Participating parks include: Brower Park, School Section Lake Park, Merrill-Gorrel Park, Paris Park, & Davis Bridge Park
🕗 Day-use hours are 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM daily.

🏕️ Thinking about making it a weekend getaway? Campers will also enjoy waived vehicle entrance fees throughout the event, making it one of the best values of the season! Campsites and cabins are available to reserve online. www.MecostaCountyParks.com

Take a break from the screens, unplug from the daily routine, and create lasting memories with family and friends in the great outdoors.🌳

06/03/2026

05/29/2026

The Art Barn will be open tomorrow with a variety of family friendly activities being offered!

05/29/2026

☀️ Thank You for an Amazing Memorial Day Weekend! 🌲🏕️
Whether you spent time camping, fishing, swimming, kayaking, enjoying the beach, attending activities, or simply relaxing outdoors with family and friends — we truly appreciate you choosing to spend your holiday weekend with us.

Seeing the parks filled with smiling faces, laughter, and families creating memories is what makes the season so special. Summer is just getting started, and we can’t wait to see you back in the parks for more adventures ahead! 🌊🌞

05/28/2026

🚤 Boater Safety Course Information 🚤
The Boater Safety Class for July 11th at Brower County Park has officially been posted on the Michigan DNR website.
Anyone interested in attending must register online through the DNR website or app. Brower Park does not handle registrations directly.

You can register here: https://michigan.storefront.kalkomey.com/em/events/11140
or if you have the Michigan DNR App, follow these steps to sign up:
1️⃣ Open the App
2️⃣ Select “Regulations Info”
3️⃣ Go to “Events…Hunter Safety”
4️⃣ Choose “Register for a Traditional Hunter Education Course”
5️⃣ Scroll down and find “Boater Safety”
6️⃣ Search Events and Sign Up

Please register early, as class availability may be limited.

If you are no longer planning on attending this class, please cancel your registration so that those on the waiting list will have a chance to attend.

05/27/2026

📣 Updated Event Schedule Notice 📣 - We have updated our events calendar to ensure our Community Open House weekend is aligned with the DNR Free Fishing Weekend.

Mark you calendar for the annual Mecosta County Parks Community Open House happening Friday, June 12 through Sunday, June 14 — in conjunction with the Michigan DNR’s Free Fishing Weekend!

🚗 All vehicle entry fees at Mecosta County Parks will be WAIVED during the open house weekend!
🏕️ Camping with us? No vehicle permits will be required during your weekend stay!

The DNR Free Fishing Weekend takes place on the Saturday & Sunday only, giving everyone the perfect opportunity to cast a line and enjoy Michigan’s great outdoors — no fishing license required.

05/19/2026

🎨 The Art Barn officially opens this weekend! 🎉

Join us for a fun-filled Memorial Day Weekend as we kick off the season with creativity, community, and exciting activities for all ages! Our full schedule of events is listed below.

Unless otherwise noted, all activities will begin at the Art Barn. We can’t wait to welcome you back and celebrate the start of a wonderful season together! 🌼🖌️

05/15/2026