Come enjoy an afternoon on the water and learn the basic skills and safety of one of the fastest growing paddle sports. We’ll cover the basic techniques of forward stroke, reverse stroke, and turning on the stand-up paddleboard. Safety and self-rescue will be emphasized. All equipment is provided and included in program price. Meet at Kensington Metropark Maple Beach and come dressed for the water. Ages 10-16.

Come enjoy an evening out on the water and learn the basic skills and safety of one of the fastest growing paddle sports. We’ll cover the basic techniques of forward stroke, reverse stroke, and turning on the stand-up paddleboard. Safety and self-rescue will be emphasized. All equipment is provided and included in program price. Meet at Kensington Metropark Maple Beach and come dressed for the water. Ages 17 and older.

Come learn about bat basics and debunk myths such as: Do bats drink blood? Will bats get stuck in your hair? Find out about how bats benefit humans in many meaningful ways and what you can do to help bats in your area during the presentation inside the Kensington Metropark Nature Center. Then head out with us for a short hike to see these amazing flying acrobats in action. Please dress for the weather—we will be outdoors rain or shine. Ages 6 and older. Please preregister, (810) 227-8917

Get outside and enjoy nature during one of the longest periods of sunlight of the year. On this guided hike, you will learn about the plants and animals of Oakwoods Metropark. Join us to kick off Summer right! Please preregister, (734) 782-3956

Beat the heat and have fun with the sun this summer. We’ll learn why the sun is so important in our lives and in the lives of plants and animals around us. Participate in hands-on demonstrations and experiments to illuminate the sun’s amazing qualities. Covering everything from solar energy to our resident ectotherms, you’ll walk away with a new respect for the summer sunshine. Ages 7 and up. Please preregister, (248) 625-7280.

Experience nature in a whole new way by journaling the things you see, hear and experience. We will be hitting the trail for some immersive experiences; while discovering fun, new ways of recording our memories. Please preregister, (734) 379-5020.

Stop in anytime between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to learn about owls, owl pellets, and get your very own owl pellet dissection kit. Our staff will help you work through the pellet to discover what the owl had for lunch, and we will attempt to put the skeleton of the animal back together.

Beautiful orange and black monarch butterflies are a common sight in the summer and fall. However, did you know less than 10% of monarch eggs survive to become butterflies? There are many ways to help monarchs, from planting milkweed to raising them in your home! Come learn some basics of the monarch butterfly and how to raise them. Ages 8 and up. Please preregister 586-463-4332.

Good old-fashioned fun with something for everyone. Events include: watch the cows being milked at 10 a.m., candle dipping, games, afts, horse riding demonstrations, dog agility, kiddie tractors, gas powered planes, a milk mustache booth, wagon rides, and much more. Vendors will be on site with their handmade afts and art. Enter our parade with your decorated (dairy or patriotic themed) bicycle, tricycle, wagon or stroller. Prizes will be awarded to the most eative. All ages. 

Come out to the farm and join our teamsters in harnessing and hitching our draft horses. Then enjoy a wagon ride through our farm fields. Ask questions and learn about these majestic equines. This program may be rescheduled due to inclement weather conditions. Dress for the weather, wearing closed toes shoes. Ages 6 and up. Please preregister, 586-752-5932.

Take a leisurely walk along the boardwalks overlooking our marshes as we search for critters scaly, slimy, furred, and feathered. Please preregister, (734) 379-5020.

Young learners will have a chance to explore nature and the outdoors with guided, hands-on play like stories, songs and movement! This three-class series will be held the fourth Monday of each month and each month will focus on a new topic. This month, we will look at the pond and what kind of plants and animals live there.  Sign up for one class or join us for all three classes: June 24, July 22, and August 19. Minimum number of participants must be met. Ages 4-6. Please pre-register 586-463-4332.

Take a book break at the beach with the Harrison Township Storytellers. Children of all ages are welcome to join us for a special story time at the playground. Sponsored by the Harrison Township Public Library.