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Calendar of Events
For Outdoor Fun, check out these workshops, nature programs, family activities and more!
For information or to register for events, phone 574-654-3155 or email bendixwoods@sjcparks.org.
All programs have a minimum and maximum registration number; register early!
For information or to register for events, phone 574-654-3155 or email bendixwoods@sjcparks.org.
All programs have a minimum and maximum registration number; register early!
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Mon Feb. 1 - Sun Feb. 28
Private Cross-Country Ski Lessons - St. Patrick's County Park Ages: 15 & up Hit the ski trail with your favorite friends or family pod! Participants will learn the basics of kick and glide, turning and climbing hills. To set up a lesson, call 574-654-3155 and ask for Michaele or email mklingerman@sjcparks.org -
Fri Feb. 26
Click and GO! Cross-Country Skiing Lessons - St. Patrick's County Park PLEASE ARRIVE AT 1:45 PM TO RENT EQUIPMENT AND BE READY FOR LESSON! Looking for a way to enjoy the winter season? "Click and Go!" lesson on the basics of skiing, then hit the ski trails. Trail conditions permitting. The fee includes ski equipment rental and a trail pass. -
Sat Feb. 27
Moonlight Snowshoe - CANCELED Ages 12 & up A white expanse of snow blanketing the ground, the moon creeping up through the silhouettes of trees, and the stars twinkling overhead all set the scene for a full moon snowshoe hike. Afterwards, warm-up with hot cocoa by the firepit. Regisration is required by February 23. (Min. 10; Max 20). -
Wed Mar. 3
Nordic Nights - St. Patrick's County Park - Red Barn The cross-country ski trails at St. Patrick's County Park will remain open until 7 pm on March 3, 4, 5 & 6, if there is adequate snow cover. This is an opportunity for skiers to enjoy the setting sun and take advantage of the natural moonlight. -
Thu Mar. 4
Nordic Nights - St. Patrick's County Park - Red Barn The cross-country ski trails at St. Patrick's County Park will remain open until 7 pm on March 3, 4, 5 & 6, if there is adequate snow cover. This is an opportunity for skiers to enjoy the setting sun and take advantage of the natural moonlight. -
Fri Mar. 5
Nordic Nights - St. Patrick's County Park - Red Barn The cross-country ski trails at St. Patrick's County Park will remain open until 7 pm on March 3, 4, 5 & 6, if there is adequate snow cover. This is an opportunity for skiers to enjoy the setting sun and take advantage of the natural moonlight.
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Sat Mar. 6
Sweet Trees: Sap, Syrup and All Things Maple - Program Filled! Discover how trees make sugar, and how we harvest and turn it into maple syrup! Tour the sugar bush, tap a tree, hang a bucket and visit the sugar house. Enjoy a hot drink and a maple treat after your adventure. Each group will take home a half-pint of pure Bendix Woods maple syrup! Registration and advance payment are required by Wednesday, March 3. -
Sat Mar. 6
Nordic Nights - St. Patrick's County Park - Red Barn The cross-country ski trails at St. Patrick's County Park will remain open until 7 pm on March 3, 4, 5 & 6, if there is adequate snow cover. This is an opportunity for skiers to enjoy the setting sun and take advantage of the natural moonlight. -
Tue Mar. 16
Park Board Meeting The regular monthly meeting of the St. Joseph County Parks Board. -
Sat Mar. 27
Maple Sugar Stroll - Bendix Woods County Park Maple Sugar Stroll will take place on Saturday, March 27, and Sunday, March 28 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Sign up for a time slot to visit the sugar bush and see traditional Native American and Pioneer sugaring methods. At the sugar house, see modern syrup production. The fee is $10 per group of up to six people, and advance registration and payment are required by March 24. Bendix Woods Pure Maple Syrup will be available for purchase. -
Sun Mar. 28
Maple Sugar Stroll - Bendix Woods County Park Maple Sugar Stroll will take place on Saturday, March 27, and Sunday, March 28 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Sign up for a time slot to visit the sugar bush and see traditional Native American and Pioneer sugaring methods. At the sugar house, see modern syrup production. The fee is $10 per group of up to six people, and advance registration and payment are required by March 24. Bendix Woods Pure Maple Syrup will be available for purchase. -
Fri Apr. 2
Easter Basket Disc Golf - Ferrettie/Baugo Creek County Park: Disc Golf Course *Children ages 12 and under, with an adult. We'll dress up the disc golf baskets to look like Easter baskets and kids can collect a piece of candy at each basket as they play. A socially distant way to get out and have fun with the family! Registration and payment required by March 29. Contact Andrea at 574-654-3155 or by email at bendixwoods@sjcparks.org
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