Step it Up Events
April 28 – June 20, 2026
This free 8-week program is designed to help you stay active and explore new parks. Explore the event details below, including dates, times, and locations.
Week 1 - Group Walk
Tuesday, April 28 from 6-7:30 pm
Hemlock Crossing
Dogs allowed on leash.
Week 2 - Group Walk
Thursday, May 7 from 6-7:30 pm
Grand Ravines – South
Dogs allowed on leash.
Week 3 - Group Walk
Tuesday, May 12 from 6-7:30 pm
Upper Macatawa Natural Area (84th Ave.)
Dogs allowed on leash.
Week 3 - Preview Race
Saturday, May 16 at 8 am
Preview the Grand Explorers Trail Race at Grand River Park
Dogs allowed on leash.
Week 4 - Group Walk + Gabagouache Paddle
Wednesday, May 20 from 6-8:30 pm | Rain Date: May 27
Connor Bayou
Dogs allowed on leash.
Week 5 - Group Walk
Sunday, May 31 from 1-2:30 pm
Ottawa Sands
Dogs allowed on leash.
Week 6 - Group Walk
Tuesday, June 2 from 6-7:30 pm
Paw Paw Park – East
Dogs allowed on leash.
Week 6 - Group Walk + Kayak
Saturday, June 6 from 1-3:30 pm | Rain date: June 13
Ottawa Sands
Dogs allowed on leash.
Week 7 - Group Walk
Wednesday, June 10 from 6-7:30 pm
Pigeon Creek
Dogs allowed on leash.
Week 8 - Grand Explorers Trail Race
Saturday, June 20 from 8-10 am
Grand River Park
Dogs allowed on leash.
