September 2018
Full Moon Walk
This full moon coincides with the changing of the season. Enjoy some moon facts and folklore indoors then head outside with us to welcome the Harvest Moon. Ages 8 and up. Please preregister, 734-426-8211.
Find out more »JDRF One Walk
JDRF One Walk has one goal: to create a world without type one diabetes (T1D). We know you want to make a cure a reality too—and we can't wait for you to join us! When you participate in your local JDRF One Walk, the money you raise supports life–changing breakthroughs that give hope to everyone impacted by this disease. And, you'll have a great time doing it! That's because you'll walk with a committed community that is passionate about doing whatever it takes to help turn Type One into Type None.
Find out more »October 2018
Nature Storytime: Frog Fun
Hop into Hudson Mills and Discover the world of frogs and toads. It will be easy to be green when you are done with our fun frog craft. Through a story, live animal visit, and a craft, young children will experience Michigan wildlife up close. Ages 4-7. Please preregister, 734-426-8211.
Find out more »Fall Birding for Beginners
Birding is an activity that offers exercise, challenge, and even a little adventure. The basics of birding, from choosing a field guide to identifying markings will be covered in a two-hour session. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars. Don’t have binoculars? A limited number are available to borrow. Ages 10 and up. Please preregister, 734-426-8211.
Find out more »Fall Birding
Already know your birding basics? Skip the introduction, and join in on the guided walk. Hudson Mills offers some excellent birding opportunities, especially during fall migration. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars. Ages 10 and up. Please preregister, 734-426-8211.
Find out more »Trick or Treat on the Trail
Costume clad little ones will experience fun stops along the trails with a Halloween theme. Upon your return to the Activity Center enjoy cider and donuts. Program is geared toward younger children. Please preregister, 734-426-8211.
Find out more »Pumpkin Carving Party
Get in the Halloween spirit with us! Pick out a pumpkin, a design and have fun carving it. You’ll also enjoy cider and donuts. We’ll party ‘til the pumpkins run out! Fee covers one pumpkin and refreshments
Find out more »Girls on the Run Superhero 5k – Hudson Mills Metropark
This 5K run gives girls and their running buddies a tangible sense of achievement as well as a framework for setting and achieving life goals. The result—making the seemingly impossible, possible and teaching girls that they can. www.girlsontherunsemi.org/superhero-5k
Find out more »Zombie Apocalypse Survival
Are you ready for the Zombie Apocalypse? Learn the skills you need to survive! Shelter building, fire making, and other zombie-proofing techniques will be covered. Please preregister, 734-426-8211.
Find out more »November 2018
Nature Storytime: Seeking Salamanders
Silent salamanders thrive at Hudson Mills Metropark. Children will get up close to these amazing amphibians and unearth this usually hidden park resident. Ages 4-7. Please preregister, 734-426-8211.
Find out more »Girl Scout Juniors: Animal Habitats
Junior Girl Scouts, come visit the different habitats that are found at Hudson Mills Metropark, and discover the plants animals that reside here. All requirements for the badge will be met. Please preregister, 734-426-8211.
Find out more »Girl Scout Cadettes: Trees
Cadet Girl Scouts, dig into the science of trees, explore the connection between humans and trees and learn what makes trees thrive. Most requirements for the badge will be met. Please preregister, 734-426-8211.
Find out more »Girl Scout Brownies: Hiker
Scouts can satisfy requirements for one or both electives in one day! Dress for the weather—we will be outdoors rain or shine. Bring a sack lunch if you will be participating in both sessions. Please preregister, 734-426-8211.
Find out more »Girl Scout Brownies: Senses
Scouts can satisfy requirements for one or both electives in one day! Dress for the weather—we will be outdoors rain or shine. Bring a sack lunch if you will be participating in both sessions. Please preregister, 734-426-8211.
Find out more »Turkey Trot
Think “November” and visions of roast turkey undoubtedly come to mind. Epic Races invites you to envision — and experience — a totally different take on that famous fall bird with the A2 Turkey Trot. Join us for this annual family-fun autumn tradition and the Ann Arbor area’s original Turkey Trot! https://epicraces.com/event/turkey-trot/
Find out more »Boy Scout Webelos: Into the Wild
Scouts can satisfy requirements for one or both electives in one day! Dress for the weather—we will be outdoors rain or shine. Bring a sack lunch if you will be participating in both sessions. This elective adventure was formally Webelos: Naturalist. Please preregister, 734-426-8211.
Find out more »Boy Scout Webelos: Into the Woods
Scouts can satisfy requirements for one or both electives in one day! Dress for the weather—we will be outdoors rain or shine. Bring a sack lunch if you will be participating in both sessions. This elective adventure was formally Webelos: Forester. Please preregister, 734-426-8211.
Find out more »Full Moon Walk
The November full moon is called the Beaver Moon. Enjoy some beaver facts indoors and then head out during the moonset to see if we can spot these nocturnal animals. Ages 8 and up. Please preregister, 734-426-8211.
Find out more »December 2018
Nature Storytime: Turtle Time
Children will find out what the hare didn’t know about the tortoise. Our visit by turtle, terrapin, and tortoise will make and expert out of every child. Through a story, live animal visit, and a craft, young children will experience Michigan wildlife up close. Ages 4-7. Please preregister, 734-426-8211.
Find out more »Winter Birding for Beginners
Birding is an activity that offers exercise, challenge, and even a little adventure. The basics of birding, from choosing a field guide to identifying markings will be covered in a two-hour session. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars. Don’t have binoculars? A limited number are available to borrow. Ages 10 and up. Please preregister, 734-426-8211.
Find out more »Winter Birding
Already know your birding basics? Skip the introduction, and join in on the guided walk. Hudson Mills offers some excellent birding opportunities, including some winter-only residents. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars. Ages 10 and up. Please preregister, 734-426-8211.
Find out more »Santa Central
Join us for Santa’s visit to Hudson Mills! Kids (and adults) can visit with Santa, go on a hay ride, and make seasonal crafts. Don’t stand in line at the mall- we have small groups, and you can use your own camera for that perfect Holiday moment. Please preregister, 734-426-8211. Times: 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m.
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