Back to School Backpack Bonanza is Aug. 13

July 29, 2025

LUDINGTON — Staircase Youth Services and the Ludington Area Jaycees will hold its annual free Back to School Backpack Bonanza on Wednesday, Aug. 13 at the Ludington Area Jaycees’ Mini Golf at Stearns Park from 3 to 6 p.m.

At check-in youth will receive a backpack and can start their free round of mini golf. At each mini golf hole participants will receive a school supply. Additional perks include coupons for various businesses.

The event will also include face painting, back to school temporary tattoos and a free book for every child who attends.

The event is open to Mason County youth enrolled in pre-kindergarten through grade 12 (children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian). The event is limited to the first 400 participants.

This story is presented by Hankwitz Heating & Cooling, 609 S. Washington Ave., Ludington; 231-843-2809

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