Spring Installation of Commemorative Bricks at Haven Hill - March 20 Order Deadline — The Friends of Highland Recreation Area

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Each spring the Friends of Highland Recreation Area (FOHRA) volunteers install Commemorative Bricks in the Haven Hill Gatehouse circle. These are placed in preparation for the season-opening Redbud Reveal event at Highland State Recreation Area which will be held this year on Saturday, May 9, 2026 - Mother's Day weekend.

Above: the wonderful commemorative brick circle On the Haven Hill gatehouse grounds at Highland State Recreation Area.

This is a reminder to place your order before March 20 to have your family, friend, or beloved pet’s commemorative paver installed before the May 9 Redbud event.

Head to the FOHRA website for more information and to download the application form if you wish to order. Reminder: This installation period deadline to order is March 20th.

Thank You and we’ll see you at the Park on May 9 for the blooming Redbuds!

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John Fitzgerald

The Friends of Highland Recreation Area (FOHRA) volunteer organization was established in 2007, and is a 501 (c) (3) tax exempt non-profit organization operating under lease agreement with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Within one of the most picturesque, fascinating, and historically significant state parks in southeast lower Michigan, our goal is to combine the former Haven Hill estate history with Highland Recreation Area’s existing amenities, wilderness, and recreation.

Birds of Haven Hill Presentation - Saturday, September 27 at Highland State Recreation Area Haven Hill Festival

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Come to the haven Hill Festival and learn of the amazing bird community at Highland Recreation Area.

 
 

Enjoy A Special UFO Presentation at the Haven Hill Festival!

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Come to the Haven Hill Festival on Saturday, September 27th and enjoy a terrific display and a presentation in Goose Meadow about the sport of radio-controlled model aircrafting and Ford aviation history. Presented by the park’s own United Flying Organization and the Friends of Highland Recreation Area. The speaker event will be from 1:00 to 2:00pm, followed by exciting demonstration flights in the Meadow!

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John Fitzgerald

The Friends of Highland Recreation Area (FOHRA) volunteer organization was established in 2007, and is a 501 (c) (3) tax exempt non-profit organization operating under lease agreement with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Within one of the most picturesque, fascinating, and historically significant state parks in southeast lower Michigan, our goal is to combine the former Haven Hill estate history with Highland Recreation Area’s existing amenities, wilderness, and recreation.

The Big List of Festival Things to See and Do September 27th at Highland Recreation Area!

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John Fitzgerald

The Friends of Highland Recreation Area (FOHRA) volunteer organization was established in 2007, and is a 501 (c) (3) tax exempt non-profit organization operating under lease agreement with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Within one of the most picturesque, fascinating, and historically significant state parks in southeast lower Michigan, our goal is to combine the former Haven Hill estate history with Highland Recreation Area’s existing amenities, wilderness, and recreation.

Invitation and Reminder: Haven Hill Festival - Saturday, September 27

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Thank you for following our great volunteer group! We’re reminding all FOHRA emailing list subscribers of our annual Haven Hill Festival at Highland State Recreation Area on Saturday, September 27. Mark your calendars and watch your email inbox for more details… we’ve some very very special developments to share!

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John Fitzgerald

The Friends of Highland Recreation Area (FOHRA) volunteer organization was established in 2007, and is a 501 (c) (3) tax exempt non-profit organization operating under lease agreement with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Within one of the most picturesque, fascinating, and historically significant state parks in southeast lower Michigan, our goal is to combine the former Haven Hill estate history with Highland Recreation Area’s existing amenities, wilderness, and recreation.