How to take the challenges
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Take the Trails Challenge — hike, bike, paddle or enjoy winter sports
May 22-March 31
The best way to see the diverse beauty of Southwest Michigan up close is on our year-round trails. Climb giant dunes, twist and turn down rugged mountain bike trails, snowshoe in the vineyards, paddle beneath a canopy of crimson treetops, snowmobile across open land and so much more.
When you visit a trail, check in by taking your photo in front of the trailhead sign and uploading it to the Visit Southwest Michigan app. You only need to explore five different trails to complete the challenge and earn a prize. It’s that easy!
FIND SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN’S VIBRANT MURALS
April 1-March 31
Explore and win! Throughout our communities, artists have turned building walls and streets into canvases to tell our colorful local stories — some are whimsical, others historical, inspirational or puzzling. They beg you to stand before them and take a photo — exactly what we hope you do!
To play, each time you find a mural, check in with the Visit Southwest Michigan app by taking a photo in front of it. Be serious or silly, but have fun! Continue visiting 10 area murals to complete the challenge and earn a prize. Discover the stories these walls tell!
Check in with your Makers Trail Passport
September 8-April 30
Southwest Michigan is renowned for its craft wines, beers, spirits and ciders. With this challenge, you can find your favorite beverages as you taste your way through Southwest Michigan. At each Makers Trail stop, check in by opening the Visit Southwest Michigan app and scanning the QR code. The more Passport check-ins you complete by visiting different Makers, the more reward levels you can reach.
Each of the 50+ destinations on the Makers Trail has a distinct personality and offers a unique craft beverage experience. Participate in the Passport challenge from September through the end of April to unlock up to 4 prize levels and enter the Grand Prize Drawing.
