Idema Explorers Camp

02/16/2026

The Idema Explorers Camp is open year-round with treehouses, yurts, and tent sites! Perfect for couples, families, and outdoor lovers. Book your stay today: miottawa.org/IEC

09/30/2025

🍁 There's no better time to escape to the trees than fall! Crisp air, golden leaves, and beautiful trails await. 🍁

Nestled in Ottawa Sands County Park, the Idema Explorers Camp offers a unique overnight experience at the meeting point of Lake Michigan and the Grand River in West Michigan.

Choose your perfect stay:
🌳 3 scenic treehouses
🛖 5 cozy yurts
⛺️ 10 tent sites

🍂 Book your fall getaway today: miottawa.org/IEC

08/27/2025

Join Alisa Cardenas of Howl at the Moon Sauna Co. and Mike & Jen Jensen of Saunaty for a one-of-a-kind mobile wood-burning Finnish sauna experience at North Beach Park! 🔥🌊

What to Expect:
✨ 90-minute sessions at 3:30PM, 5:30PM, 7:30PM
✨ 18 people per session
✨ 2 incredible sauna experiences in ONE night
✨ Community vibes, epic Lake Michigan experience, and total relaxation

👉 Spots are limited – register by Sept 17 at 12 PM!
🔗 Sign up here: bit.ly/saunaNB

08/03/2025

Kayaking at Ottawa Sands next weekend! 🚣‍♀️ Join Ottawa County Parks and Recreation staff for a guided paddle along the Grand River.
👇 More info + registration below!

🌳 This Week in | Aug 4-10

THURSDAY, AUGUST 7
🎣 Cops & Bobbers at Ottawa Sands | 5:30-8:30 PM
Ottawa County Sheriffs and Park staff are hosting an event dedicated to introducing kids to fishing, conservation, and water safety! Registration is appreciated: https://loom.ly/8nJtQuc

Naturally Speaking: Monarchs Reign at Grand Ravines North | 7-8:30 PM
Discover how these dainty insects strive to thrive in such a big world with so many challenges to face. Registration is appreciated: https://loom.ly/VfFVCvA

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 9
🛶 Kayaking Trip at Ottawa Sands | Pick a session!
Bask in the glory of nature on this leisurely guided kayak trip along the shores of the Grand River. You’ll explore the Ottawa Sands "Sag", an area with minimal current and maximum beauty. Kayaks, paddles, pfd's included. Registration is required.
10 AM-12 PM registration link: https://loom.ly/Ae3BZJ0
2-4 PM registration link: https://loom.ly/Opzdl3c

🌾 Dune Discovery at Rosy Mound Natural Area | 10 AM-12 PM
Interested in our beautiful and unique freshwater dune ecosystems? Come join others to explore this environment and learn about how they formed and what can be found in our local lakeshore dune parks. Registration is appreciated: https://loom.ly/7NGrVsg

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SUNDAY, AUGUST 10
🛶 Kayaking Trip at Ottawa Sands | Pick a session!
12-2 PM registration link: https://loom.ly/AP3yYGI
3-5 PM registration link: https://loom.ly/XzJ617o

🚶Sunday Stroll at Hemlock Crossing | 2-3:30 PM
Join an outdoor educator for a nature hike! Registration is appreciated: https://loom.ly/sGfDJWE

07/28/2025

07/11/2025

Your elevated experience among the treetops awaits! 🌳 The Idema Explorers Camp includes three treehouses of different sizes, accommodating 2, 4, or 6 people. 🎥 Watch the tour video to find your perfect treetop stay! Learn more at miottawa.org/IEC 👈

07/10/2025

Welcome to the Idema Explorers Camp! Tucked inside Ottawa Sands County Park, this unique destination features five yurts—designed for 2, 4, or 6 guests. 🎥 Watch the tour video to find the perfect yurt for you!

The IEC also includes three treehouses and 10 tent sites. Book your stay today at miottawa.org/IEC 👈

07/07/2025

Press Release: Ottawa Sands County Park Honored with 2025 NACPRO Award in Conservation Ottawa County, Michigan sent this bulletin at 07/01/2025 10:00 AM EDT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 30, 2025 Press contact: Rylie Dorman, (616) 994-4774 Click here for high-resolution images. Ottawa County, MI .....

06/30/2025

🌅 Wake up to riverside views at the Idema Explorers Camp! ⛺️
Choose from 10 tent pad sites—each with electric hookups and a firepit. Enjoy nearby access to the Grand River and all the amenities the park has to offer. Plan your stay: miottawa.org/IEC 👈

05/29/2025

Book your stay today at miottawa.org/IEC 👈