This initiative, which began as a partnership between Farmington Hills Parks & Recreation and Oakland County Parks in 2007, is gaining momentum and spreading like wildfire.

We encourage everyone, whether you’ve camped before or not, to spend the night outdoors in your designated community park or in your own backyard.  Learn everything about camping at a Great Oakland County Campout event in your community this summer.

2012 Great Oakland County Campouts Don't let your community miss the boat. If your community isn't listed here, contact your local Parks & Recreation Department or Oakland County Parks to start a campout near you.

 August 3    Berkley Campout    546-2450

July 27       Huntington Woods Campout    541-3030

August 4    Southfield Campout    796-4611

Aug. 17     Waterford Twp. Campout    674-5441

 Great American Backyard Campout

Camping resources and information on this Outdoor Industry Foundation (OIF) and National Wildlife Federation (NWF) Initiative can be found at http://www.outdoorfoundation.org/