Upcoming HCH Adventure
Saturday, June 20, 2026 @ 10:00 AM Eastern
Theme: Warren Dunes State Park
Floral Lane: Warren Dunes Organizational Campground
During our last hike, we learned the “Grand Marais Embayment” coastal feature extends 16 miles between Lakeside in the south and Stevensville in the north. This area is famous for containing some of the largest freshwater dunes in the world and TWO state parks. Be sure to join the Harbor Country Hikers as they continue their exploration of the basin, led by HCH President Pat Fisher, at Warren Dunes State Park.
Warren Dunes State Park provides 1,952 acres of recreational opportunities along the beautiful shore of Lake Michigan. Its rugged dune formation, rising 260 feet above the lake, offers spectacular views and is excellent for hang gliding, dune climbing and sand surfing. The park is home to 3 miles of shoreline, 6 miles of hiking trails and two popular campgrounds.
Theme: Embayment’s II
Venue: Warren Dunes State Park
When: Saturday, June 20, 2026 @ 10am Eastern
Estimated Presentation Time: 15 minutes
Hike Leader: Pat Fisher, President HCH
Estimated Time: 2.25 hours
Hiking Distance: Up to 2.5 miles
Physical Difficulty: First half of hike will be flat and moderate, optional second half will have some moderate climbs
Location: Floral Lane: Warren Dunes Organizational Campground
Parking GPS: 41.921598, -86.578621 (DD)
Directions: From Red Arrow Highway, head west on Floral Lane, watch for the Warren Dunes Organizational Campground parking lot on your right. We will be gathering in the parking area. Support Michigan Parks with Recreation Passport. <https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/buy-and-apply/rec-pp>
Michigan Conservation Stewards Program News:
CSP 2026 will run from the week of August 24 through the week of October 19. Three HCH members are working with MSU Extension Staff, local organizations, and expert speakers spanning two states to put together this years Berrien County Region Program. Thank You Amy, Doug, and Pat!
The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program (CSP) is an 8-week, hybrid educational program for adults who are enthusiastic about learning science-based ecosystem management principles and sharing this knowledge with others to help improve their local communities.
Registration for the 2026 Conservation Stewards Program will open in late May. Sign up for the CSP email list to be among the first to know when registration opens.
NOTE 05/27/2026 | CSP is now enrolling participants for its Fall 2026 programs, which will span 8 weeks beginning the week of Aug. 24, 2026 and running through the week of Oct. 19, 2026.
https://www.canr.msu.edu/conservation_stewards_program/index
About Dogs
The Hikers welcomes dogs, as long as they’re well-behaved and on leashes. Some of the venues we hike, however, may not welcome the pooch. Generally, Chikaming Open Lands properties allow dogs. So do most of the county parks we hike. State parks allow dogs in specified locations, but the New Buffalo Nature Study Trails do not. Fernwood only allows dogs on special occasions. If you’re uncertain, contact the venue for more information. Of course, you’re responsible for picking up after your dog.
Flash Hikes
Flash Hikes are periodically scheduled a few days in advance, and the only notification is via email to our mailing list. There’s no official hike leader for Flash Hikes, nor is there a theme–just friendly hikers out for a walk in the woods. Flash Hikes are usually scheduled for an evening during the summer and for a weekend day in the winter.
