2.12.2026 By Abby Lauer, Park Interpreter If you have had the pleasure of growing up in the Midwest, you probably have heard the term prairie before. You might associate prairies with rolling meadows or areas of rural land and…
2.11.26 By Erin Parker, Interpretive Services Supervisor Despite the deep cold and snow that have carried over from January in 2026, February is truly a month of transitions. The natural world may appear to be locked into winter, but careful…
By Erin Parker, Interpretive Services Supervisor These cold, dark days may trigger dreams about summer’s lush gardens- especially when the seed catalogs start arriving in your mailbox! While Michigan’s garden season is still months away, there are several tasks that…
1.14.2026 By: Steve Dishman, Interpreter A blanket of white snow covers the landscape. It’s a lovely winter wonderland. But did you know there’s a whole different world under the snow? Here are some remarkable animals and their adaptations that help…
August 21, 2024 By: Steve Dishman, Interpreter In August, we draw our attention to the “dog days” of summer. But did you know that Michigan has four wild canine species? Our wild dog species are all generally active at…
July 24, 2024 By: Maddie Lukens, Park Interpreter We have all experienced a heat wave at some point in time, especially here in recent weeks in Southeast Michigan. Luckily, most of us are able to seek shelter in an…
May 1, 2024 Ali Groulx, Park Interpreter “Be careful,” he told me, “We do not want to scare them.” My father had stumbled upon a shallow hole in the ground lined with grasses. Six little lumps that reminded me of…
April 24, 2024 By Jolene Weick, Park Interpreter Spring has sprung and that means Mother Nature is showing off her skills again. The trees are finally showing signs of life, the grass is greener, the ephemerals have come and gone,…
April 17, 2024 By: Alexis Olechowski, Interpretive staff As you stroll through an American neighborhood, what catches your eye? Often, it's the sight of scattered trees and shrubs amid expansive, meticulously manicured lawns. Traditionally, these lawns have been pristine carpets…
April 3, 2024 By: Alexis Olechowski, Park Interpreter As we gaze upon our frost-kissed gardens, tradition nudges us toward a fall cleanup and a “clean slate” come spring. But fret not, for here's your official approval to postpone! From leaf-raking…
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