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	*H.P.S.A.'s 15th Annual Heritage Days!* Sunday, August 29, 2010 Starts at 9:00AM

	Heritage Days are always a huge success with adults and children alike. It is a wonderful opportunity for families to enjoy various outdoor activities in an educational and safe setting. Come Join Us!

The Opening Ceremony starts at 9:00AM with the playing of our National Anthem, Raising of the Flag (by Macomb County Young Marines), and a Salute to the men and women of our Armed Forces.

Your enjoyment of Heritage Days starts at the gate, where you will be assisted with parking and given a map of he grounds layout for the day and a schedule of events. All kids will receive a free ticket to our Youth Raffle, compliments of the NRA. Admission and parking are both free, as are many of the events, with some requiring the purchase of tickets. Plan on starting early for a fun-filled day at Huron Pointe. *Now, Let the Fun Begin!*
Fly Tying... Trout Unlimited Volunteers show kids the fine art of tying a trout fly, which tries to match insects to insects that the fish actually eat...
Fish at the Trout Pond... The Trout Pond has been a very popular stop during past Heritage Days. Last year, children caught over 500 fish! Once you catch yours, all the equipment you need to clean it is on hand. We'll even put your fish on ice for you to take home. For children 16 and under.

T-Shirt Painting Awesome! Children use stencils to create their own animal or fish print on a provided t-shirt. Your one-of-a-kind shirt is yours to take home compliments of the Michigan State University's Project Fish.

Paint your own Bird House Custom paint a bird house and take it home
Cresting Arrows... Michigan Bowhunters volunteer and show kids how to paint their own arrows...an archery tradition. Express yourself through your arrow!
	Paint Your Own Duck Decoy Start a collection or use them for duck hunting. Event compliments of the Macomb Co. 4-H Coyote Club.
Historical Interpreters Historical Interpreters of Michigan will be on hand. This group focuses on the daily life activities of Native Americans (during the 1700’s). They will be dressed in native attire, and display their teepee, bow carvings, a hand drum and much, much more.
	Animal Encounters Animal Encounters will be back with their exotic animal display. New for this year will be a custom, unique Butterfly House – featuring butterflies native to Michigan!
Giant Slide Kids!! Have fun at our giant slide and obstacle course.
	Safari Club Sables will be presenting the “Safari in a Box” program.
Don't Miss the Laser Shoot!!! This fun event is compliments of Safari Club International – Detroit Chapter.
	Learn How to Duck Hunt Learn how to duck hunt and take some shots (with a paint ball gun) at ducks and geese. This fun event is courtesy of Michigan Duck Hunters and Pheasants Forever.
Learn the Old Art of Trapping Courtesy of Michigan Trappers Association

Watch a pointing dog work a quail courtesy of Circle R Kennels New for this year ... Calling all "little" kids!!!!! Come and try our new duck pond. Win a prize by grabbing a duck from the pond. Shooting Sports at Heritage Days Safety and education go hand-in-hand. Under the watchful eyes of Heritage Days certified instructors, children and novices can learn how fun and safe the shooting sports can be. The featured Shooting Sports are pellet gun, shotgun, .22 rifle, muzzleloader, and archery. Before taking part in any Shooting Sports activities, participants will be required to view a brief safety video unless they already possess a hunter's safety card. If You Have A Hunter's Safety Card, Please Bring It!

Pellet Gun... Just one of the many shooting sports featured at Heritage Days, shoot a pellet gun in a booth with instructors assisting. Equipment will be supplied, including eye and ear protection.
	Shotgun... Novices and children can "break a few clay birds" after they learn how to safely handle a shotgun with one-on-one professional instruction during this event. Shotguns, including youth models, will be available for use. Eye and ear protection are required and are provided. ...if you want to learn the game of trap, experienced trap shooters will show you how!

	Trap... Go to the trap fields and be taught by experienced shooters. Also on hand will be super kids from our very own Scholastic Shooting Sports Program!
.22 Rimfire... Novices are always amazed at how well they can shoot after they receive our one-on-one professional instruction. 22's, ammunition, and eye and ear protection are supplied.

Muzzleloader...
Black powder is a primitive firearm used by early pioneers such as Daniel Boone and Davey Crocket. Learn not only how fun they are to shoot, but also learn how to load!

3-D Archery Course... Called by many to be "one of the most unique courses in the state", the 3-D course consists of thirty 3-D targets depicting real-life nature scenarios (and some funny ones!) This exciting course features animals from all over the world, including some you may never have seen on a course before! This is one of Heritage Days' most popular events and is for all ages to enjoy.
	Children's Archery Novelty Shoot & Practice Field... Certified instructors will be on hand for beginners, both young and old, on the practice field. Equipment is available or use your own.
Cowboy and cowgirl shooters! See them in their western dress, and take a trip back in time.
	Pheasants Forever... Learn how to provide wildlife habitat in your own backyard.
St. Clair Retriever Club... The kids have a hands-on experience with these working class labs - something they will never forget...

	Macomb County Sheriff's Dept... The SWAT and Dive Teams, Mounted Division, K-9 unit, Motor Division (Harley Davidson motorcycles), and Sea-doos..

Lenox Twp. Fire Dept... This hands-on display is invaluable in teaching youngsters about fire and burn prevention. Don't miss this one!
	Wild Turkey Federation... Ask them about their JAKES (Juniors Acquiring Knowledge, Ethics & Sportsmanship) Program.

NRA Booth... They support not only our 2nd Amendment Rights, but also Youth Firearms Safety and events such as our very own Heritage Days! .	Wolcott Mill Metro Park... Learn about this working Metro Park. They will be on hand with some of their farm animals.

2009 Heritage Days Picture Album	The Voice Article on Heritage Days 2009