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Nature Center News       October 2018
24915 Farmington Rd
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
(248) 477-1135

 Hours
Mon-Sat: 10-5pm
Sun: Noon-5pm
*Closed on Holidays

We want to hear from you! 
We are in the process of updating the City's Park and Recreation Master Plan and want to hear what the community members think about our parks, programs, and facilities.

Tues Sept 25  
Drop in anytime between 6-8pm

 Meeting location: Costick Center, 28600 W. Eleven Mile Rd

Questions? Please call 248-473-1800
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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.  Join us every month to collect even more badges! Register here!

Topic this month: Fire Building!

Sat  Oct 13  10-11:30am
Ages: 5-11
Fee: $8/child (drop-ins welcome)
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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 Oct 16   6:45-8:45pm  

Coffee & Stroll







Join us for Coffee and Stroll, every other Wednesday and take a  naturalist-guided walk along the trails of Heritage Park.  Discover new things each season and relax afterwards with a fresh cup of coffee with friends!   
Ages: Adult
  Every other Wed (year round)
  10:30am-noon
Fee: $2/person

*No need to register, just show on up! 




Fall Color Walk
Experience the magic of the season!  Take a guided hike under a canopy of color through Heritage Park.  Discover why leaves change color in the fall and search for animals preparing for winter.
 
*Dress for the weather* 
Sun Oct 7  1-2pm  All ages welcome!  $3/person 
Hayride Central
Enjoy family hayrides through the trails of Heritage Park!  Afterwards, roast marshmallows and sip cider around a cozy campfire. Don't forget to explore the Nature Center, open until 7pm on Hayride nights.

Please register in advance, hayrides fill quickly!

  Every Friday through Nov 2 5:30-7:30pm
*Last ride leaves at 7pm
Hayride fee: $5/person
Nature Makerspace Experience 
Design, create and make using nature as inspiration to solve real-world challenges. 

This FREE program is perfect for your young scientists and engineers to dream, plan, invent and test! Click here to learn more.

Sat Oct 20  1-2:30pm  Topic: Habitat Headquarters

Full Moon Fridays
Experience Heritage Park after dark! A naturalist will guide you through this sensory hike and experience the night sky, mysterious sounds & nocturnal animals.
Fri  Oct 26  8-9pm
Ages: 5+  Fee: $3/person    
Scout Saturdays 
Complete badge requirements with the help of a naturalist!  Each session is filled with interactive activities. Learn more here!

Sat Oct 13 10-11:30am
Topic: Tigers-In the Wild & Jungle
These dates and topics don't work for you?  Reserve a private scout program by call 248-477-1135 
Walk with a Doc  

Join us for this
FREE health inspired program with Beaumont Hospital. 


Meet at the Nature Center for an indoor presentation, then head out on the trails for a 30 minute walk. Free blood pressure screenings will be available and snacks will be provided.  

Thurs Oct 18   Noon-1pm
   Ages: Adult     

Thanksgiving for Nature 
Get outside after the Thanksgiving Holiday and drop-in for a self guided scavenger hunt!  Drop off your completed scavenger hunt to earn a prize, and enjoy a thanksgiving craft.  A perfect way to find out why we can be thankful for all of nature's gifts!

Fri Nov 23  2-4pm  All ages welcome!  $3/person
 
Homeschool Nature Programs
Enrich your child's knowledge and connection with the natural world.  A naturalist will lead hands-on experiences outdoors with a different nature them each week. Register in advance to guarantee your spot and meet other homeschool families!

Tuesdays   Sept 11- Nov 13  1-2:30pm   Ages: 6-12
 $8 drop-in fee per class *Limited space available!
Nature Birthday Parties

A unique way to celebrate!  This 2 hour party includes an hour of hands-on guided activities in the Nature Classroom.  Let us take care of the decorations, room set-up and clean up! 

Parents are welcome to bring cake, ice cream and snacks.  Learn more here!
Wreath Making Workshop

Create your own natural grapevine wreath, using items found in nature!  Click here to learn more and register early (spots fill quickly!)
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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