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Nature Center News            April 2018
24915 Farmington Rd
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
(248) 477-1135
 Hours
Mon-Sat: 10-5pm
Sun: Noon-5pm
*Closed on Holidays

Junior Naturalist Club
 
  Encourage outdoor exploration with hands-on nature activities.  Discover a new topic each month and be ready to explore outdoors. *Dress for the weather! 

Sat April 14
Ages: 5-11
Fee: $10/child
(Drop-ins $12)
Topic: Signs of Spring
Register Here! 
 

Have you noticed mo wing in the park?


We are working to remove the woody plants and debris from the meadow habitats.  This will keep the meadows open and help the birds, native plants and other wildlife.

If you have any further questions, please contact us at the Nature Center! 
248-477-1135  
  Earth Day Celebration at Heritage Park!    

Celebrate the Earth with FREE family-fun activities, live music, earth-friendly crafts, informational booths, giveaways and more! 

Join us as we unveil the newly extended Discovery Trail and explore new stations to spark curiosity and fuel hands-on learning.  Click here to learn more! 
  
Sun April 22    12-2pm
   Free & fun for the whole family!  
*Local food trucks will have food for purchase and low-cost hayrides will be available 
  Woodcock Walk

Experience the excitement of the woodcock bird's unique mating dance.

Dress for the weather and exploring
off trail, where we will listen and search for these elusive birds!  Register here! 
   
Fri April 13  8-9pm
 Ages: 5+     Fee: $3/person
Healing Power of Nature Series

 Discover what our bodies truly need and how they can benefit from the natural world.

Each unique workshop includes hands-on experiences, and participants will create natural remedies to take home or sample during class!

*Pre-registration is required*   Ages: Adult
Click HERE to learn fees, dates and topics
for each class!

Star Parties

Come enjoy the night sky with the Farmington Community Stargazers, and view celestial objects like planets and constellations through telescopes.

Meet at the Sled Hill for this FREE event! 
*If inclement weather occurs, meet at the Spicer House for an indoor program.

Ages: All   Tues April 24   8:30-10:30pm
Click here to see upcoming Star Parties!
  
Scout Saturdays
 
  Girl and Cup Scouts can achieve their badges with the help of a naturalist!  Each session is filled with activities to help meet scout requirements.       
  
Sat April 14  10-11:30am 
Topic: Brownies-Hiker  Fee: $7/scout
Pre-registration is required
*These dates and topics don't work for you?  Reserve a PRIVATE scout program by calling 248-477-1135
   Nature Makerspace Experience

 Design, create and make using nature as inspiration to solve real-world challenges!
 
Ag es: All    Sat May 5    Fee: Free 
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Birding Basics 

 Experience spring migration of birds heading back to Heritage Park.  Discover the tools you'll need and tips on how to find interesting birds.  
 
Ag es: All    Sun May 6   1-2pm    Fee: $3/person  
We hope to see you at the Nature Center soon! 
Thanks for visiting,
 

Shaina Kulczycki
Nature Center Coordinator