Beginner or avid bird watchers alike will enjoy the Naturalist guided hike through the West Bloomfield Woods Nature Preserve. Spring migration will be in full force and we will look for the birds as they return for the summer. Please…
Have fun with your family as we celebrate International Migratory Bird Day! Join us for a guided hike along the nature trails in search of birds found in our park. We will demonstrate how to use binoculars and share some…
Let's start at the very beginning and run through the alphabet learning about different birds. Kids will be given a map at the Nature Center and then begin their walk outside on our hiking trail where they can stop…
Spring is in the air and our winter birds will soon have company! It’s time to welcome back the migrating birds for the summer breeding season. Did you know that in some species the males arrive first, and the females…
A brisk walk on a winter morning can get the blood pumping, provide some pretty beautiful views and even let you catch the sights and sounds of winter birds. So, get bundled up, grab your binoculars, and meet us at…
When it comes to handling the cold there are three strategies the natural world can take. Animals can either hibernate and wait it out until readily available food reappears, they can resist and continue to scavenge what little is left…
A brisk walk on a winter morning can get the blood pumping, provide some pretty beautiful views and even let you catch the sights and sounds of winter birds. So, get bundled up, grab your binoculars, and meet us at…
Let’s take a closer look at some of the most-hearty birds found at Lake Erie Metropark, waterfowl. They are ducks, geese and swans to be precise. Join us as we scan the Detroit River and Lake Erie for species that…
Bring your family out to discover the world of winter birds and enjoy an afternoon by the fire. We’ll show you how to identify birds visiting our feeders, then take a short guided hike on the nature trails to see where…
A special set of opportunities for our youngest guests. Children ages 3-6 will enjoy a story time, arts and crafts, and hands-on nature experiences. This session will focus on our local birds, the nests they build, and the eggs they…