Outdoor enthusiasts of all levels are invited to attend an Outdoorsman Swap Meet on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Tippy Dam Recreation Area in Brethren (Manistee County). This is the perfect opportunity to exchange hunting and fishing gear – as well as a few stories – with fellow sportsmen.
Tippy Dam Recreation Area is a popular place for anglers and sportsman in the fall, and the Outdoorsman Swap Meet is an opportunity for people to trade items for an entirely new outdoor experience. In the spirit of the outdoors, the swap meet will occur rain or shine.
Anyone interested in selling gear at the swap meet can visit www.michigan.gov/tippydam and click Tippy Dam Recreation Area Events, locate the Sept. 14 Outdoorsman Swap Meet listing, and download, fill out and submit the online vendor signup sheet. The signup sheet may also be filled out at Tippy Dam Recreation Area. For more information about this event please call 231-848-4880. Please email signup forms to dennerte@michigan.gov, fax them to 231-869-4725, or return them to the park.
Tippy Dam Recreation Area is located at 1500 Dilling Road, in Brethren. Park amenities include a boat launch, cross-country ski trails, hiking trails, fishing, camping and more. Although there is no charge for entry to the Outdoorsman Swap Meet, a Recreation Passport is required for entry to Tippy Dam Recreation Area.
