Barry County Parks and Recreation Commission grounds, trails, and recreational areas remain open at this time for enjoying the outdoors and some fresh Michigan air. These include the Historic Charlton Park Recreation Area and Trails, McKeown Bridge Park, and Paul Henry Thornapple Trail sections.

The historic village and museum buildings at Charlton Park are still closed. The Parks Commission previously announced cancellation of the annual Father’s Day Car Show at Charlton Park, and has now cancelled  both the Old Fashioned July 4th Celebration & Veteran’s Barbeque and the 2020 Civil War Muster that was scheduled for July 17-18.

Complying with guidelines concerning large gatherings, and protecting the health and safety of the community, volunteers, and staff ultimately led to the decision.