As Geocaching celebrates its 20th Anniversary, we invite you to come and visit Hillsdale County for the
weekend of August 7-9, 2020. A coalition of hiders has joined together to refresh the gameboard in the county, so you can expect 100+ new
caches in the county before the event. The hides will vary consisting of several caches types and sizes as well as hides from near
drive-ups to those requiring a hike or a paddle. There are even rumors of new Adventure Labs as well. We will revisit some places and explore some new ones as well.
Check back on this page, as we will keep up with updates as well as posting a brochure highlighting some
activities and places to visit, while you join us in August to explore our little corner of the state.
Geocaching Schedule of Events
Thursday, August 6 (Early Birds)
- 7:30 - 9:00 PM It's Been an Udderly Insane Summer [ GC8VE8Y ]
- Location: Udder Side - Jonesville
- I don't know that we could have a weekend without hosting an event at one of the allenite clan's favorite haunts.
- Hot Food is available in addition to the plethora of ice cream options
Friday, August 7
- 9:00 - 10:00 AM It's a Lazy Day [ GC8VEA6]
- Location: Fireman's Park - Litchfield
- Meet up for donuts from a local bakery - they should be large enough to keep you filled for a while (Sorry no GF)
- Event Programs on hand to highlight area activities
- 6:31 - 9:00 PM It's Time for a Campfire
[ GC8VE4A ]
- Location: The Lakeside Pavilion at Somerset Beach Campground
- Skewers and Smores Ingredients will be available
Saturday, August 8
- 9:00 - 10:00 AM Morning Kick-off and Coffee Gathering
[ GC8VE7F ]
- Location: Community Center Pavilion at Lewis Emery County Park - Emery Drive, Hillsdale
- Poker Run Cards and Event Programs on hand to highlight area activities
- 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Poker Run
- Visit 7 locations around Hillsdale County
- Driving Route will be around 45 miles (mostly 55 mph roads)
- Location Map will be available at:
- Morning Kick-off Event
- Pavilion #2 at Owens Park starting around 11:00 AM
- 4:30 - 7:00 PM It's the People - A Community Celebration Event
[ GC8HMNX ]
- Location: Pavilion #2 at Owens Memorial Park, Hillsdale
- After a fun-filled day of caching, I hope, we will gather back at the park pavilion to raffle off some prizes and hang out.
- Schedule:
- 4:30 - 6:00 PM Closest to Pin and other Field Games
- 5:15 PM Poker Run Entries Due
- 5:30 PM Potluck
- Main Dish & Table Service Provided - (Smoked Pulled Pork & Chips)
- Bring a Passing Dish (Optional)
- 6:30 PM Group Photo & Prizes Handed Out
Sunday, August 9
- 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM It's Time to Clean Up
[ GC8WW4m ]
- Location: Lewis Emery County Park - Hillsdale
- Painting some of the Benches, Tables, and Signs - Supplies Provided
- Trail Cleanup
Other Events inside the Community
Awaiting Confirmations of What is Still Happening
Friday, August 7
- 3:00 - 7:00 PM Artisan & Farmers Market at McCourtie Park, Somerset Center
- Location: US12 & Jackson Rd, Somerset Center
Saturday, August 8
- 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Hillsdale County Farmers Market, Hillsdale
Sunday, August 9
Accomodations
Camping
- Hillsdale County Fairgrounds
- Location: 115 S Broad St, Hillsdale
- Nightly Rates:
- $20 - Water / Electric (30/50 Amp)
- 3% Credit Card Surcharge
- Moscow Maples RV Park
- Location: 8291 East Chicago Rd, Moscow
- Nightly Rates:
- $47 - Full Hookup (30 Amp)
- $42 - Water / Electric (30 Amp)
- Somerset Beach Campground ***Side-Event Venue***
- Location: 9822 Brooklawn Ct, Somerset Center
- Please note this facility is a DRY campground.
- Water Fill / Dump Station Available
- Nightly Rates: (Ask for Geocaching Group Site Area)
- $28 - Electric (30 Amp) + $5 Check-In Fee
- Feel free to ask Nurse Nanna for additional information.
Hotels & Inns
- Day's Inn
- Location: 3241 West Carleton Road, Hillsdale
- Nightly Rates:
- Dow Hotel at Hillsdale College
- Location: 22 E. Galloway, Hillsdale
- Nightly Rates:
- Munro House B&B
- Location: 202 Maumee St, Jonesville
- Located in Hillsdale County's Oldest Home and First Brick Building
- Nightly Rates:
- Rooms at Grayfield
- Location: 202 Maumee St, Jonesville
- Located in the old Jonesville Railroad Passenger Station
- Nightly Rates:
