Local senior citizens are being invited to take part in free activities at area Metroparks.

All 13 Huron-Clinton Metroparks are celebrating “Senior Appreciation Day” this Monday, August 21st. Senior citizens age 62 and over will receive free daily park entry to any Metropark. There are also a variety of free activities for seniors at the different parks. At Kensington Metropark, free Island Queen III boat rides, hayrides and a free lunch are being offered. There will also be a solar eclipse viewing party at the nature center.

At all 8 Metropark golf courses, including Kensingston and Huron Meadows, seniors 55 and up can take advantage of free range balls, coffee, and pull cart rental. A full list of activities can be found at the link below.(MK)