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Mar 29
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13th Annual Klondike Canoe Race
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This is an MCRA event marketing the race of the season involving 1 & 2 man competitions.For more information on this event contact Chris Rudolph (canoe assoc.) at 989-739-9231
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Mar 30
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3rd Annual 5K-10K Run-Walk
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The 5K and 10K run-walk, located at the Warrior Pavilion on F-41, begins at 9am
contact Gary Oil Company for more information at 989- 739-9231
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May 10 - 11
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17th Annual Sunrise Side Woodcarvers Show
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Carvers from all over the nation get together to exhibit the fine art of woodcarving. Located at the Oscoda Community Center on the former WAFB. For information call (989) 736-3678
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May 16 - 18
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Tawas Point Birding Festival
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For more details on this event please visit www.tawasbirdfest.com this is an event you will be sure to enjoy or call 989-739-0900 for more information.
Be sure to visit ausablevalleyaudubon.com for more upcoming events.
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Jun 6 - 8
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10th Annual Villages of Oscoda Garage Sale
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The Villages of Oscoda (located on the former Wurtsmith AFB) will be having their annual Garage Sales on June 6,7,8th from 9am -5pm. Lots of bargans and good buys. Be sure to try and stop by, we're sure you'll be back year after year. For more information call Tammy 989/739-4915
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Jun 7 - 8
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Free Fishing Weekend (June)
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For two days every summer, residents and outstate visitors may enjoy fishing on both inland and Great Lakes waters FOR FREE. All fishing regulations will still apply.
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Jun 14 - 15
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2008 Watercross Tour Racing Event
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1st time event coming to the Oscoda area. Watercross racing will take place at MaiTiki Resort on US-23.For more information on this event go to www.pwcfun.com
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Jun 28 - 29
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25th Annual Art on the Beach
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Over 150 artisans display and sell their handmade art, crafts, hobbies and talents at the Oscoda Beach Park in downtown Oscoda on beautiful Lake Huron. Wonderful sandy beach,picnic area and playground equipment for the kids to enjoy. Call (989) 739-7322 for more information
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Jun 28 - 29
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3rd Annual Red White & Blue Collar Festival
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Enjoy this celebration of freedom and the American worker. Featuring fireworks, Cardboard boat race, petting zoo, classic car show, live bands, food and so much more. Located on F-41 in Oscoda at the Ken Ratliff Memorial Park (Van Ettan Beach Park) for more information contact the Chamber of Commerce (989) 739-7322
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Jul 4
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4th of July Parade & Celebration
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Parade through downtown Oscoda and a fireworks display at dusk located at the AuSable Shoreline Park. Call the Chamber for info at (989) 739-7322
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Jul 12 - 13
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Curley Memorial Canoe Race
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MCRA sanctioned race memorializing local canoe legends, Harry, Jerry & Kevin Curley. For more information call Gary Oil Company (989)739-9231
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Jul 19
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A Show of Support For Our Veterans
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This show is a benefit to raise money for continued development of the Veterans Memorial Park. It will take place at the former Wursmith AFB off F-41 in Oscoda.Show begins at 1pm on Saturday July 19. Events include a True Colors Classic Car Show, Nationally known touring performers that will tribute Garth Brooks, Toby Keith, Tim McGraw, The Blues Brothers, Conway Twitty, Loretta Lynn & Bobby Vinton whom will donate their time for a worthy cause. Donations will be accepted. Please visit www.vmpnem.org or www.salutethesuperstars.com for more information
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Jul 20
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Yankee Air Force Annual Fly-In/ Pancake Breakfast
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Yankee Air Force Fly-in will feature planes at the Air Force Museum. Rotary Club will be sponsoring breakfast. Come on out early and enjoy the day with us, a day your sure to remember.
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Jul 21 - 26
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Iosco County Fair
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Come on out and bring the family for a fun day at the Iosco County Fair. So much to see and do. A day your sure to remember for years to come. Located in Hale Mi on M-65. For information on the fair call (989) 728-3566
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Jul 26 - 27
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61st Annual Weyerhaeuser AuSable Canoe Marathon
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This is a must see event!!! Beginning at dusk in Grayling and ending in Oscoda 120 miles and 14 non-stop hours later!! Longest non-stop canoe race in the world. For more information call (989) 739-9231
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Jul 26 - 27
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10th Annual Gagaguwon Tradional Pow Wow
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Experience the Native American Spirit at this tradional event held at Old Orchard Park on River Rd 6 miles west of Oscoda. For more information call (989) 739-1994
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Aug 7
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11 Annual Jim Ruedisueli Memorial Golf Challenge
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A chamber sponsored event, public welcome. Located at the Blackshire course at Lakewood Shores Resort in Oscoda. For more information call the Oscoda Area Chamber of Commerce (989)739-7322
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Aug 11
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11th Annual AuSable River Canoe & Clean
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Pitch in and help maintain the majestic AuSable River. For more information call (989) 739-9040
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Aug 14 - 17
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The Super Boat Fishing Tournament
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Fishing for Salmon, Lake Trout, Walleye, and Steelhead. Winners based on the 10 heaviest fish caught per entry.$150.00 entry fee. AUG 15th ladies tounament $75.00 entry fee.Beer Tent, Live Music. Over $17,000.00 in cash prizes available based on 40 boats. For more information call the Oscoda Area Convention & Visitors Bureau 1-877-8-OSCODA (we hope to see you there!!!)
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Aug 29 - 31
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12th Annual Paul Bunyan Festival
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Great Lakes Chainsaw Carving Championships, where chainsaw carvers from around the country turn 8 ft logs into intrical detailed scultures (sold at auction) Antique-Classic Car & Truck Show, Climbing Rock Wall, and a Greased pole climb for CASH!! Food, games, live bands ans so much more come on out and enjoy the fun. For more information on this event contact the Oscoda Area Chamber of Commerce (989) 739-7322
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Sep 6
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AuSable River Kayak Races
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The AuSable River Kayak company will hold it's first raceing event. There will be 3 individual race groups; youth, intermidiate & adult. For more information call the Oscoda canoe rental at 989-739-9040 or AuSable River Kayacking at 989-739-7222
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Oct 3 - 25
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Haunted House and Hayrides
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Every week-end in October bring the family out to Old Orchard Park on River Rd located 6 miles west of Oscoda for some fun scary times your sure to enjoy. call 989-739-7814 for more information
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Oct 4 - 5
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3rd Annual Tour De AuSable Bike Race
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Saturday road race thru town, Sunday mountain bike race at Old Orchard Park. For more information call (989) 739-9231
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Dec 6
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Lions Annual Children's Christmas Party
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Children's Christmas party at the American Legion Hall in Oscoda. Free lunch from 11am to 2pm, pictures with Santa, and lots of games. For more information call (989) 739-9649
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Dec 6
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3rd Annual "Northern Lights" Christmas parade
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Community Celebration to welcome Old St. Nick. Lighted parade at 6pm. Free kids cinema, caroling in the streets. food and refreshments to follow. For more information call the Chamber of Commerce at 989-739-7322
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