fresh air
The great outdoors - it's your time to shine
Between social distancing and keeping our families on house arrest, it's inevitable that some of us will start to feel a bit of cabin fever. Luckily, outdoor exercise and solo sports are being encouraged. Use this resource as a guide for when you need to get outside, get some vitamin D and sweat it out.
Kalamazoo Derby Darlins
Despite the 2020 K-Town Shakedown being cancelled due to COVID-19, the Kalamazoo Derby Darlins are still selling merchandise! This event is a contributes financially to KDD, and any merchandise purchased will go towards supporting this wonderful local organization.
8 Lesser-Known Parks & Trails
Kalamazoo is spoiled to have so many options when it comes to places to enjoy the great outdoors! We wanted to highlight a few of the lesser-known nature preserves, parks and trail options for you to discover in the area. Please note that any county parks on this list are not open.
10 Places to Hang Your Hammock in Kalamazoo
When you’re in need of an escape, there’s nothing quite like retreating to the trees for an afternoon of relaxation. We recommend you head on out to one of these spots to hang your hammock when you need to recharge! Just note that any county parks on this list are not open.
Keep Your Spirits Up
These are strange times we're in, but one thing is for sure, Discover Kalamazoo is all about keeping things in perspective. Whether it's events, our local sports teams or opportunities to sweat it out, we're posting about it on our sports channels. Follow along!
The following parks, trails, courses and other activity resources are offering experiences that will provide you with that fresh air we’re all searching for lately! Don’t want to leave the house at all? No worries. We’ve included ways to get your blood pumping without having to lace up your sneaks! All you need is a WiFi connection.
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Trails - Walking, Hiking, Biking
Kleinstuck Preserve
West Lake Nature Preserve
W.K. Kellogg Biological Station
Sports - On the Course or at Home
Gull Lake View Golf Club & Resort
The Moors Golf Club
Golf is open to membership, and grab & go drinks and snacks available
Branch Gymnastics & Kids Sports USA
Dan Bulley Sunshine Soccer (DBSS)
Kingdom Soccer
WMU Student Recreation Center
Livestreamed Yoga with Down Dog Yoga