How would you like to paint happy little trees just like Bob Ross? Well, you can this month at Hudson Mills Metropark! On February 12, Certified Ross Instructor, Ted Simpson, will guide participants through the process of painting a beautiful…

At first thought, winter may not seem like the best season for outdoor photography but the snowy season actually provides great opportunities for photos. When the snow is here, it provides a pristine white backdrop for landscape photos and provides…

Butterflies come in a variety of sizes, colors and shapes. From the large swallowtail butterflies to the tiny skippers, these winged wonders are truly a sight to behold. As you walk the path, see how many species of butterfly you…

July 11, 2022 - There’s nothing quite like clearing your head by spending some time on a trail. In fact, when conducting surveys, the Metroparks have found that respondents almost always rank trails and trail improvements as the top recreational…

Have you ever seen a large duck with a triangular head diving in a body of water? If that duck had a white body, black chest, rear and beak and a chestnut-colored head, you spotted this week’s Bird of the…

This year, your Metroparks are once again offering the Trade Up Program allowing you to essentially try before you commit to an annual pass. Here is how it works! January 1, 2022 through Labor Day (September 5, 2022) you can…

Native American culture is deeply ingrained in the history of Southeastern Michigan, including the land the Metroparks now occupy. This Native American Heritage Month we encourage you to learn more about the heritage, culture and history of Indigenous peoples. To…