Journey Through Calumet - Community Action and Everydaylife

Recreation

Calumet's many parks, waterways, wetlands and forests are huge assets, drawing an impressive array of 'natural' recreation to an urban area. Specialists flock to the region to experience rare plant and animal species, while families and friends gather in open space to relax, socialize and enjoy the peaceful landscape and striking surroundings. Click the images below to view slide shows exhibiting local recreation.

	Gardening The majority of residents we spoke to raise flowers and/or vegetables. Garden clubs are also active nodes of civic involvement in the region. We found gardening to be a social activity that often brings diverse residents together over the common interest of tending to the land. more>>
	On the Water Front Whether windsurfing, fishing, boating or swimming, water is the focal point for much recreation in the region. Many non-place based communities revolve around water. more>>
	The Great Outdoors Aside from gardening and water activities, the Lake Calumet region offers many other popular venues where people are actively engaged in the environment, where people gather and enjoy the great outdoors. more>>
	At the Arena Sports, whether planned tournaments or pickup games in a park, create enthusiasm and attachment to the public spaces in which they are played. Friendly competition also brings people together who may not normally interact. more>>

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