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Oakland County Parks Waterparks Info

January 12, 2012

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Oakland County Parks Waterparks Info for 2012

My kids got a waterpark pass last year for a reading program at their school. It was our first time visiting the waterpark and they had an awesome time! If it had not been the end of the season, we would have gone back again. But, these outings add up, especially when you have 2 or 3 kids, or even more.

I was happy to see that Oakland County Parks is taking into consideration that some families are struggling right now. They are offering lower rates for the upcoming summer season to make family fun more affordable.

 

Traverse City State Park

June 06, 2011

altTraverse City State Park and its surrounding areas provides families with as many activities as any camping experience. With 47 acres of land, the campsite offers several features that will make camping comfortable and care-free.

As you enter the campgrounds, you'll notice the beach of the east arm of the Grand Traverse Bay on the north side of U.S. 131 N. This beach is open to every camper and is only a short walk over the pedestrian bridge from the campsite.

Click here for a photo gallery of Traverse City State Park. 

 

Land Masters Vacation Rentals - Petoskey, Harbor Springs

September 22, 2010

Myhusband and I drove up to Petoskey/Harbor Springs for a short trip recently.  We stayed at a condo that we reserved through Land Masters. The trip was awesome. We really enjoyed the condo.

   

Great Wolf Lodge - Traverse City

March 17, 2010

altThe Great Wolf Lodge in Traverse City is a kid's dream vacation spot. The lodge design is fun and very welcoming. When we first walked into the lobby, we were greeted by the kindest staff.

Click here for a photo gallery of Great Wolf Lodge.

Video after the jump.

 

Great Wolf Lodge's Snowland with Santa

December 06, 2009

altThe Great Wolf Lodge in Traverse City invited me and my family out for an overnight stay to experience the kick off of Snowland - their Christmas Winter Wonderland. We had never been there before so were quite excited to see it. We had heard it was their busiest time of year and this proved to be true!

(For a full photo album of this trip, please visit my Facebook page.)

When we first walked into the lobby, it was a "Disney-style" Christmas wonderland. The kids were amazed - there were lights and beautiful decorations everywhere. 

   

Zehnder’s Splash Village

September 22, 2008

We recently went to Zehnder's splash village in Frankenmuth. My 4 1/2 year old loved it.They have a zero entry pool, a lazy river and several water slides. We went to the Bavarian Inn to eat which I would not recommend because of the amount of time it took to get the food. My son was much more patient than usual because he had a friend with him, but it was frustrating for all of us to have to sit still for that long. We went on a horse drawn carriage ride at night which was a little pricey but fun.

 

Kalahari

September 22, 2008

Our family recently went to the indoor water park Kalahari in Sandusky, Ohio and had a blast. The resort was beautiful. They have a giant  indoor playscape, arcade, miniature golf course as well as the amazing waterpark.  The food was great. Our room had an indoor fireplace and was immaculate. They offer specials all of the time.

   

Petoskey/Harbor Springs

September 22, 2008

We finally did it! We took the kids with us to Petoskey! We stayed at our favorite condo through Land Masters Realty. We did so much with the kids and they had the best time. There is so much to do in Petoskey, and the best part is, it's so much fun when you don't do much at all.