The Mecosta County Parks Commission will be presented with a $25,000 grant from TransCanada. 

The grant will allow for the creation of a hiking trail that will lead to a bluff area overlooking the Hardy Pond. The overlook and trail will contain educational signage related to historic and environmental aspects of the Hardy Pond. 

Park Commissioner Marilynn Vargo is excited for all the new opportunities this grant will provide.

"The grant will be used for enviromental projects that families in the community can enjoy and it will be a great way for kids to get up and out of the house."  

A check presentation to Mecosta County Park Superintendent Jeff Abel will be held next week.