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Kids ages 3-6 can listen to a story in the Newburg Schoolhouse. A craft is included, and masks and social distancing are required.
Event Cost: Free, registration required
Event Times: 10:30 a.m. May 15 & July 17
Kids ages 3-6 can listen to a story in the Newburg Schoolhouse. A craft is included, and masks and social distancing are required.
Event Cost: Free, registration required
Event Times: 10:30 a.m. May 15 & July 17
Join various Detroit nature coalitions to help clean up the Detroit River. Site locations include Belle Isle, the Detroit Outdoor Adventure Center, Ecorse Creek, Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Dequindre Cut, Rotary Park in Trenton, and Fort Street Bridge Park in Detroit. Registration is required at each location as are face...
Kids ages 8 and older can make a keepsake for mom that she is sure to be impressed by. Spend time in the native plant garden for inspiration and learn a few basic stitches. Embroidery hoop, threads, and a plain bandana will be included (guests should also feel free...
Treat mom to a good-old fashioned picnic by Beyond the Seed 4H. Enjoy a sit-down family picnic equipped with a checkered tablecloth and a picnic basket filled with tasty finger foods, while surrounded by beautiful spring blooms. Enjoy a lovely garden setting while mom chooses a plant to take...
Treat Mom to a relaxing hike through the woods to discover some of the beautiful spring wildflowers that can be found along the nature trails. Learn some fun facts about these unique treasures and hear some of the myths and legends surrounding a few of these plants, that color...
Families can witness the splendor that mother nature erupts upon the Dinosaur Hill forest floor this time of year! Join trail guides for a quick hike through Dinosaur Hill’s trails and stop to talk about some of the often overlooked plants, hiding in plain sight awaiting insects to visit...
Kids ages 10 and under are invited to mosey on out to the farm where they can learn about horses and even meet one in person. Enjoy the spring day while the group reads a book together. There will also be a take-home activity. Social distancing and face coverings...
The beloved Crow at Stony Creek Metropark is 20 years young. Families can celebrate by learning all about the crow. There will be a table set up near the bird pen, so stop on by to wish Crow well and learn how the Nature Center became his permanent home,...
Families with kids of all ages can bring a smartphone for this tech savvy nature area scavenger hunt. Grab friends to sign up a team for this competitive event. Teams will be timed to find stops along the nature trails and will submit photos and videos at each stop....
Bring the kids to visit with the Easter Bunny at Heritage Park Amphitheatre Stage. Enjoy an egg hunt, activities and musical entertainment. There will be warm treats available on site for purchase. Pre-registration is required and opens on March 15.
Event cost: $5/resident, $6/non-resident
Event time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. April 9,...
Hop on down the Bunny Trail to hunt for eggs and gather goodies at the various treat stations. Enjoy egg painting in the barn and get your photo taken with the Bunny. Dress for the weather. Registration required for children only.
Event cost: $9/residents, $14/non-residents
Event times: 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. April...











