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Apr
1
Sat
2023
DOWNRIVER WALLEYE FEDERATION Tournament 1 @ Wyandotte Municipal Ramp
Apr 1 all-day
DOWNRIVER WALLEYE FEDERATION Tournament 1 @ Wyandotte Municipal Ramp

Date of Registration: February 10, 2023

Sunrise to 3 PM

Detroit River Only, U.S. and Canadian Waters (See Boundaries Map)

Weigh-In 5 Biggest Fish & Weight-In Site
Big Al’s Sports Grille 34927
W Jefferson Ave, Rockwood,
Michigan 48175

Tournament Director – Dan Porter 734-308-9453
http://www.dwfonline.org
Facebook – Downriver Walleye Federation

Southgate’s Easter Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt @ Market Center Park
Apr 1 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Marsh Clean up @ Crosswinds Marsh
Apr 1 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Marsh Clean up @ Crosswinds Marsh | Michigan | United States

You will get a chance to paddle through the marsh while helping clean it! We will provide everything that you need to pull litter that pollutes our waterway and puts wildlife in danger. A small prize will be awarded to those who pull out the most litter.

Children ages 12 and younger must have an adult in their canoe. Canoes, paddles and life jackets are provided.

The maximum number of people per canoe is 3 adults or two adults and two children younger than 12 years old. There must be two people per canoe and the maximum weight capacity is 570 pounds.

The program is free but pre-registration is required by clicking HERE.

SOUTHGATE – HOPPY HOUR ADULT EASTER EGG HUNT @ Southwinds Golf Course
Apr 1 @ 6:45 pm – 9:00 pm

PRESENTING DOWNRIVER’S FIRST AND ONLY ADULT EASTER EGG HUNT!  Limited number of tickets will be sold. Preregister today.

Each Easter egg will be filled with candy and some eggs will also hold tickets to claim prizes from our wonderful local businesses.  This event will feature food trucks, live music, and will have alcohol available for purchase…..

Apr
16
Sun
2023
Humbug Marsh Bird Hike @ Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge
Apr 16 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Humbug Marsh Bird Hike @ Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge | Trenton | Michigan | United States

Join Phil from Wild Birds Unlimited and enjoy a birding hike through Humbug Marsh. All skill levels are welcome.

FREE EVENT – MAKE SURE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT

This hike could be anywhere from 1/2 mile – 2 miles. Please be responsible and stay home if you are not feeling well the morning of the event.

We do have binoculars we can lend to you if you do not have your own.

 

 

Apr
22
Sat
2023
DOWNRIVER WALLEYE FEDERATION Tournament 2 @ Lake Erie Metro Park
Apr 22 all-day
DOWNRIVER WALLEYE FEDERATION Tournament 2 @ Lake Erie Metro Park

Date of Registration: February 10, 2023

Sunrise to 3 PM

Detroit River Only, U.S. and Canadian Waters (See Boundaries Map)

Weigh-In 5 Biggest Fish & Weight-In Site
Big Al’s Sports Grille 34927
W Jefferson Ave, Rockwood,
Michigan 48175

Tournament Director – Dan Porter 734-308-9453
http://www.dwfonline.org
Facebook – Downriver Walleye Federation

May
6
Sat
2023
DOWNRIVER WALLEYE FEDERATION Tournament 3 @ Lake Erie Metro Park
May 6 all-day
DOWNRIVER WALLEYE FEDERATION Tournament 3 @ Lake Erie Metro Park

Date of Registration: February 10, 2023

Sunrise to 3 PM

Detroit River Only, U.S. and Canadian Waters (See Boundaries Map)

Weigh-In 5 Biggest Fish & Weight-In Site
Big Al’s Sports Grille 34927
W Jefferson Ave, Rockwood,
Michigan 48175

Tournament Director – Dan Porter 734-308-9453
http://www.dwfonline.org
Facebook – Downriver Walleye Federation

May
7
Sun
2023
Humbug Marsh Bird Hike @ Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge
May 7 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Humbug Marsh Bird Hike @ Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge | Trenton | Michigan | United States

Join Phil from Wild Birds Unlimited and enjoy a birding hike through Humbug Marsh. All skill levels are welcome.

FREE EVENT – MAKE SURE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT

This hike could be anywhere from 1/2 mile – 2 miles. Please be responsible and stay home if you are not feeling well the morning of the event.

We do have binoculars we can lend to you if you do not have your own.

 

 

May
20
Sat
2023
DOWNRIVER WALLEYE FEDERATION Tournament 4 @ Lake Erie Metro Park
May 20 all-day
DOWNRIVER WALLEYE FEDERATION Tournament 4 @ Lake Erie Metro Park

Date of Registration: February 10, 2023

Sunrise to 3 PM

Detroit River Only, U.S. and Canadian Waters (See Boundaries Map)

Weigh-In 5 Biggest Fish & Weight-In Site
Big Al’s Sports Grille 34927
W Jefferson Ave, Rockwood,
Michigan 48175

Tournament Director – Dan Porter 734-308-9453
http://www.dwfonline.org
Facebook – Downriver Walleye Federation

Jun
17
Sat
2023
Touch A Truck @ Beacon Baptist Church
Jun 17 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Aug
12
Sat
2023
Rotary Kayak Poker Run 2023 @ Gibraltar Boblo Pavilion
Aug 12 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Rotary Kayak Poker Run 2023 @ Gibraltar Boblo Pavilion | Gibraltar | Michigan | United States

We know everyone likes to make summer plans early so be sure to mark your calendars for our #1 event for our Rotary Club.

**********YOU MUST BE 21 YEARS OLD*************

Grab your friends , coolers, kayaks and sunscreen and spend the day kayaking the canals of Gibraltar collecting your poker cards. The best hand will win cash prizes. There will be 6 stops along the canals you will be able to paddle up enjoy and enjoy the party.

Tickets will be $50.00 per person this will include the event, 2 drink tickets, lunch and 1 entry ticket for our raffle. We will again be selling tickets online only, this will be a limited event so be sure to get yours when they go on sale. We will post when that will be as we get closer.

There will be prizes for Best Stop! New this year we will have prizes for Best Themed Group!!! So start thinking how to make your group stand out from the rest. As well as we will be looking for some residents to host as stops again this year. So please keep watch for more information to come as we get closer.

Sep
16
Sat
2023
Pointe Mouillee Waterfowl Festival 75th Anniversary @ By the DNR office
Sep 16 – Sep 17 all-day
Pointe Mouillee Waterfowl Festival 75th Anniversary @ By the DNR office | Michigan | United States

This family-friendly event has been a Downriver tradition since 1947. Nature lovers truly enjoy the outdoor events such as dog jumping competitions and archery challenges.

We are one of the oldest events of its kind in Michigan, and we proudly support the conservation efforts to protect the Pointe Mouillee State Game area. All proceeds will benefit habitat at Pointe Mouillee State Game Area which is the largest fresh water marsh restoration project in North America located in the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge.

So spend a day or two with us and bring the family to enjoy a day with Mother Nature at the Pointe Mouillee Waterfowl Festival!

Sep
23
Sat
2023
DOWNRIVER WALLEYE FEDERATION #6 – Mike Barkley Memorial Fall Perch Tournament @ Lake Erie Metro Park
Sep 23 all-day
DOWNRIVER WALLEYE FEDERATION #6 - Mike Barkley Memorial Fall Perch Tournament @ Lake Erie Metro Park

River & Lake Erie, U.S. and Canadian Waters (See Boundaries Map).
Weigh-In 10 Biggest Perch.

Special Prize for Biggest Perch.

Weigh-In Site
Big Al’s Sports Grille 34927
W Jefferson Ave, Rockwood,
Michigan 48176

Tournament Director – Dan Porter 734-308-9453
http://www.dwfonline.org
Facebook – Downriver Walleye Federation

Sep
29
Fri
2023
Grosse Ile Paint the Town Red
Sep 29 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Grosse Ile Paint the Town Red @ Grosse Ile Township | Michigan | United States

More info to come about vendors, food trucks, live music, and a detailed schedule of events to take place on Macomb Street to come soon!

 

Dec
1
Fri
2023
Grosse Ile Island Glow @ The Commons
Dec 1 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Grosse Ile Island Glow @ The Commons | Grosse Ile Township | Michigan | United States

Stay tuned for more details and a schedule of events, maps and vendors that’ll be participating.

 

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