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Nature Center News    February  2019 
24915 Farmington Rd
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
(248) 477-1135

 Hours
Tues-Sat: 10-5pm
Sun: Noon-5pm
*Closed on Mondays
& Holidays

Winter Survival Camp!






 
Are you looking for some adventure during winter break?  Join the Nature Center as we explore the outdoors with activities like animal tracking, fire building, orienteering and SO much more!
 
*Winter attire is a must!   Learn more here.
 
Mon-Fri Feb 18-22
9am-3pm
(Extended care available)
Ages: 6-12

Become a Bluebird Monitor!






If you enjoy regular visits to Heritage Park, become a trained bluebird monitor volunteer!  Bluebird monitors get the opportunity to visit sensitive areas of the park, while gathering information from bird nest boxes.  Collect data to be used by national programs that help protect birds around the country.  

All training and materials provided.  Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Wed March 6
  6-8pm
Ages: 5+
FREE!

Maple Sugaring
 
Spring is right around the corner, so come celebrate by discovering the wonder of making maple syrup!  Learn to identify and select a maple tree, then witness the ancient process of collecting the sap, boiling it down to syrup and finish with a a PURE maple syrup treat!  

Learn more here and be sure to register early, this program fills quickly!

Sun March 3 & 17
10:30-Noon
1-2:30pm 
3-4:30pm
Fee: $7/person
*Register 3 family members, bring the 4th for free!
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Nature's Little Artist





 
Winter session of Nature's Little Artists is accepting drop-ins! Explore the natural world of art with your child, as children use a variety of painting techniques and crafts to make masterpieces!  
 
*Children do not have to be potty trained and parents must stay*
 
Drop-in fee: $10 
Mondays 
Jan 7-March 4
10-11:30am
Ages: 3-5 


       


 6:30pm


  Coffee & Stroll
Wed Feb 13 & 27
10:30am-Noon


 Volunteer Day 
Sat February 16
1-3pm
Sweetheart Stroll

Make your Valentines Day plans early and sign up for the Sweetheart Stroll!  Enjoy a candle-lit hike through the trails of Heritage Park.  Share your love of nature as we discover the courtship and mating behaviors of native animals.  Complete the evening with a warm drink and sweet treats at the Nature Center.  *Dress for the weather!


Thurs Feb 14  7:30-8:30pm  
Ages: Adult    Fee: $5/person










Snowshoe Trek

Heritage Park and Heavner Canoe Rental have partnered to offer a snowshoe wilderness adventure!  Join other winter enthusiasts as we explore the woods on snowshoes.  Lesson will be provided (additional charge for snowshoe rental).  Dress for the weather and wear sturdy boots!
*If no snow, we will walk the trails*

Sun Feb 3 or 10     1-2:30pm    
Ages: 5+
Fee: $5/person (Additional $5/pair of snowshoe rental)
 
Junior Naturalists Club 
Enrich your child's natural curiosity and encourage outdoor exploration. Discover new topics each month and earn a key chain badge for completing this nature program. After earning three badges, get a prize!  Register here! 

Topic this month: Snowshoeing!
*Dress for the weather!

Sat Feb 9 10-11:30am
Ages: 5-11
Fee: $8/child (drop-ins welcome $10/child)  
 
Scout 
Saturdays 

Complete badge requirements with the help of a naturalist!  Each session is filled with interactive activities.
 


Learn more here!
Sat Feb 16  10-11:30am
Topic: Brownies-Senses
These dates and topics don't work for you?  Reserve a private scout program by call 248-477-1135    
Winter Nature Homeschool 

Enrich your child's knowledge and connection with the outdoors. A naturalist will lead hands-on experiences with different nature themes and STEM activities each week.  Meet other homeschool families and supplement your home lessons!

This is a drop-off program, so be sure your child is dressed for the weather and exploring outdoors.

Tuesdays  Jan 8-Mar 12  1-2:30pm  Ages: 6-12yr  Fee: $55/child  

Register now to guarantee your spot!
Snowshoes for Rent!

Next time you're in Heritage Park to enjoy the snowy trails, stop by the Nature Center and rent a pair of snowshoes!  We've partnered with Heavner Canoe Rental so you can explore the wonder of winter with ease.  Come by the Nature Center office during open hours, and we'll get you set up with your rental snowshoes.  Have questions?  Call the  Nature Center (248) 477-1135

Nature Center Hours: Tues-Sat 10am-5pm
Sun Noon-5pm   *Closed on Mondays 

$10/pair of snowshoes  
$5 for each additional pair
Nature Makerspace Experience   

Design, create and make using nature as inspiration to solve real-world challenges. 

This program is perfect for your young scientists and engineers to dream, plan, invent and test!

Sat  Feb 9  1-2:30pm  Ages: 6+  Fee: $2/person
Forest Bathing and Therapy Workshop  
 
The Spring Equinox ushers the return of life to the Northern Hemisphere!  Celebrate this event with a forest bathing walk.  Learn more here!  

Sat  March 23  1:30-4pm  Ages: Adult  
Fee: $30/person 
 
We hope to see you at the Nature Center soon! 
Thanks for visiting,
 
Shaina Kulczycki
Nature Center Coordinator
skulczycki@fhgov.com
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