John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman are co-hosts of "Behind the Mitten," a podcast and radio show about Michigan beer, food, festivals and the people who make it happen!

"Behind the Mitten" airs at 6 p.m. Sundays on News Radio WOOD 1300 & 106.9 FM. http://www.iheart.com/live/wood-radio-1069-fm-1300am-1165/

Today (June 23, 2015), John was in downtown Grand Rapids, where he met up with Barry Owens, the General Manager of Treetops Resort in Gaylord.

Barry was happy to talk about some activities planned for the 4th of July holiday, including a big fireworks display on July 3.

July 3 Treetops Schedule:
2-5pm Rail Jam & Big Air Contest
5pm-7pm Rib cook off under the tent 5-7pm
5:30pm-9:30pm Food for sale under the tent
6pm-7:30pm Kids games
6pm-9pm Chair lifts rides
7pm-midnight Entertainment
10pm Fireworks

You can get more information at treetops.com http://treetops.com/

Barry also talked about a special project with National Geographic. It is called "The Great Nature Project." Participants with smart phones can download the http://www.iNaturalist.org app to record observations. Complete all work stations to earn a Citizen Scientist pin and certificate! The event is July 25.

More info at University Center Gaylord. https://classes.ucgaylord.org/index.php?catid=3&Action=Step3&event_id=357

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