Silver Lake Sand Dunes Celebrations

October 2009-January 2010

The Ludington State Park is offering even more snowshoe making classes than ever before. Dates begin in October, and go through January. Here is a list of dates and times:

2010 Snowshoe Making Classes

January 7 & 8, 6:30-10pm
January 10, 9am-5pm
January 22, 6:30-10pm
January 23, 9am-1:30pm
January 25 & 26, 6:30-10pm

Instructors will guide you through the steps to making top-of-the-line traditional wooden snowshoes that will get you through the deep snowfalls, and will last for generations. The cost for making a pair of snowshoes ranges from $90-$160, depending on the style of snowshoe. This includes the pre-formed wooden frames, lacing, top of the line binding, and personal instructions.

Call the Ludington State Park for reservations at (231) 843-9261. A Michigan State Parks and Recreation Motor Vehicle Permit will be required and may be purchased through the Michigan DNR or at the park. Annual passes are $24, daily pass is $6.

Ludington State Park Contact Info
Camping Reservations (Michigan DNR) (800) 447-2757 or click here for Ludington State Park campground reservations
Ludington State Park Local Office/Special Programs (231) 843-2423
Cedar Camp Store (watercraft rental) (231) 845-8582
Snowshoe Class Reservations (231) 843-9261

For more information about the Ludington State Park, follow the links below:
Weekly Programs
Guided Snowshoe Walks
Trail Guide
Winter Events
Summer Programs
Great Lakes Visitor Center
Big Sable Point Lighthouse