Fishing Tournaments in West Michigan
West Michigan fishing tournaments give anglers a chance to add a little money to their pocket in addition to the fish in their bucket.
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The Friends of the Shelby Library hold this sale every year to benefit their organization. Donations of plants, garden tools, yard art, pots, birdhouses, and more can be dropped off at the Shelby Area District Library during open hours the week prior. The event is held from 8:30-10:30am on the lawn of the Shelby Area District Library- 189 Maple St., Shelby.
Hosted by the Mason County Garden Club from 10am-1pm, this event invites all members of the community to participate. Annuals, perennials, bulbs, corms, shrubs, trees, and houseplants will be accepted. All plants should be potted and properly labeled with any helpful growing information. If you’re unable to bring plants, please consider making a donation to the club for plants you’d like to add to your garden. Additionally, there will be a White Elephant sale. Rotary Park, corner of Ludington Avenue & Lewis Street, Ludington.
The annual plant sale at Bell Park will offer a diverse range of plants for sale, with all proceeds supporting the Garden Club of Pentwater.
This fall plant sale is a highly anticipated event in the community. All extra perennials from our members will be available for purchase at the sale. Local greenhouses and garden centers have generously donated plants and garden tools for the White Elephant section of the sale. This year, the sale will be held at the United Methodist Church- 5810 E. Bryant Rd., Ludington.
This sale offers great deals on the following:
Planting a tree can be very beneficial to the health of the environment. Earth Day and Arbor Day at the end of April is a great time to plant trees, being the first opportunity where the ground is usually warm enough to plant.
Pick up Days:
Friday, April 24th, 2026 from 2-6pm & Saturday, April 25th, 2026 from 9am-12pm at the Mason County Fairgrounds- 5302 US-10, Ludington
Saturday, April 25th, 2026 from 10am-12pm at Wenger Pavilion behind Jones Ice Cream- 858 Michigan Ave., Baldwin
For more information or to order online, visit mason-lakeconservation.org.
This online sale typically takes place in March/April. Orders maybe placed through for Plant by Number Garden & Single Species flats plus individual Quart & Gallon plants. For more info, visit affew.org.
Native plants are great for any landscape and are highly tolerant to year-round weather conditions in Michigan. They are also more resistant to pests, disease and drought.
Pick up Day:
Mid June at the U-Dig It Community Garden- 5810 Bryant Rd., Ludington
This sale typically includes Conifer seedlings, Conifer transplants, Deciduous trees & shrubs, fruit trees, berries, grapes, dune grass, planting supplies, and additional items.
Orders may be placed online or order forms printed at oceanaconservation.org. Printed order forms should be mailed to 1064 Industrial Park Dr., Shelby, MI, 49455.
Pick up Day:
April 2027 at the Oceana County Fairgrounds- 1025 S. State St., Hart
Dune grass is commonly used for erosion control in dune stabilization or in areas with sandy, dry soils. Many homeowners appreciate dune grass for its low-maintenance qualities—it doesn’t need mowing, and once established, it requires no irrigation or fertilizer, as it is a hardy native plant.
Pick up Day:
April 2027 at the Oceana County Fairgrounds- 1025 S. State St., Hart
For more info, visit oceanaconservation.org.
Flowers for the sale are being provided by Weesies with proceeds supporting the Crane Haven Cancer Wellness Center. The sale will take place outside the Medical Office Building lobby at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital- 1 N. Atkinson Drive.
Plants will be sold on a first come, first serve basis from 9am-2pm. Plants provided by Weesies Brothers Farms. Cash, check, and card payments will be accepted. Newaygo County Fairgrounds- 815 S. Stewart Ave., Fremont.
Oceola-Lake & Mecosta Conservation Districts Fall sale includes a variety of conifer seedlings and transplants, as well as books and other conservation products.
Visit mecostacd.org to place your order.
West Michigan fishing tournaments give anglers a chance to add a little money to their pocket in addition to the fish in their bucket.
The Traverse City area has several arts and crafts fairs scheduled throughout the year, offering many unique handcrafted items.
After a busy day at the beach or at work, it’s time to kick back and relax a while. What better way than to listen to some music.
Current family-friendly events in West Michigan, great, fun, things to do for kids of all ages! Fun for the whole family!
Farm Markets & U-Pick farms offer locally grown and organic produce, flowers, plants, seeds, and more in West Michigan.
West Michigan is home to numerous artists with so many different talents. Groovy music, vivid paintings, gorgeous photography, and more!
Beautiful color emerges come Fall. Take it all in with an afternoon drive, or stroll, through the many forests of West Michigan.
A magnificent display of color; the Northern Lights can be viewed at the right time of year at the right place in West Michigan!
Dune Rides in your ATV or ORV are popular at Silver Lake Sand Dunes in Michigan, but many rules and regulations apply.
The Michigan Audubon Society Lake Bluff Center overlooks Lake Michigan near Manistee and features wildlife and a bird sanctuary.
The Pentwater River provides opportunities to experience a paddle sport for the first time or take on a challenge for those more experienced.