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Learn about the Clinton River's long history in Oakland County

Celebrate the 60th anniversary of Oakland County Parks by joining Parks Historian Carol Bacak-Egbo for the new Trailside Chats Series to hear stories about the parks. Each session will be held in-person at a different location. 

This month's topic will be "A River Runs Through it: A look at the Clinton River Over Time." It will be held from 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 2 at the Independence Oaks Twin Chimneys Picnic Shelter. From being an Indigenous waterway and powering mills to its burial under Pontiac, the Clinton River has a long history in Oakland County. Hear stories about this important river.

Upcoming Trailside Chat presentations will be held from 7-8 p.m. Topics and locations include:

• Thursday, July 16 at Addison Oaks Buhl Estate - "Growing Great Parks: Celebrating 60 years of Oakland County Parks"
• Tuesday, Aug. 4 at Springfield Oaks Ellis Barn - "Digging into the Past: Archaeology and Oakland County Parks"

While there is no charge to attend, preregistration is requested. Register online or by scanning the QR code on the Trailside Chats Flyer.

For more information, email OCPRecreation@/ or call 248-221-8040.

Register Here