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!

  1. 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

  2. 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.

  3. 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).

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. Tue Mar. 16

    Park Board Meeting The regular monthly meeting of the St. Joseph County Parks Board.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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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