Hike @ River Junction/New Richmond Bridge-Then Fenn Valley Vineyards
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What a great day that is ahead of us!
We will meet at River Junction Preserve in Hamilton for a 3 mile hike. Then we will head to Historical New Richmond Bridge Park in Fennville for an 1/2 mile hike. Finally we will stop at Fenn Valley Vineyards to listen to music and relax.
River Junction Preserve:
5403 132nd Ave, Hamilton, MI 49419
https://outdoordiscovery.org/kalamazoo-river-greenway/river-junction-preserve/
The River Junction Preserve offers three miles of walking trails including a trail alongside the Rabbit River. The River Junction Preserve sits next to the junction of the Rabbit River and the Kalamazoo River. A river-side trail takes you along the Rabbit River. A portable toilet is accessible near the main trailhead.
Stop 2 is New Richmond Bridge Park which is only 4.7 miles away from River Junction Preserve.
Historical New Richmond Bridge Park:
https://www.allegancounty.org/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/14/
3160 Old Allegan Rd, Fennville, MI 49408
This trail includes a bridge and a half-mile of boardwalk along the Kalamazoo River and through wetland areas. This park is named for its historic one-lane swing bridge over the river near the site of a New Richmond, a former mining town. The park also features fishing piers, interpretive signs, a picnic area, and a boat launch.
Stop 3 is Fenn Valley Vineyards which is only 7.8 miles away from New Richmond Bridge Park.
Fenn Valley Vineyards
6130 122nd Ave, Fennville, MI 49408
https://www.fennvalley.com/
They have Music in the Vineyards on Saturday from 2 to 5. Today's entertainer will be Aaron Wright. Please bring lawn chairs and/or blankets. Bring a snack if you like. Food will be available while supplies last, but guests are also able to bring their own food. Note: No outside alcohol is allowed per state law.
This is a great day!
I hope you can make it.
Kevin
