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Amazing Amphibians
Early June is time for the frogs and toads, born during the spring, to head to their woodland homes. Join an interpreter and explore the world of amphibians.
Find out more »Invasive Shrub Removal – Hudson Mills Metropark
Join us in removing invasive shrubs like autumn-olive, buckthorn, and honeysuckle from Hudson Mills Metropark. This opportunity involves cutting down invasive shrubs with handsaws/loppers and treating the cut stumps with herbicide. We will meet at the Pineview Picnic Area parking lot (look for the Metroparks vehicle and flag). Volunteers receive free day entry to the park, just let the toll booth attendant know you are at the park for a volunteer workday.
Find out more »Fireworks – Hudson Mills
Fireworks at the Metroparks is a five county celebration that has been a tradition for years that provides a safe and exciting way for the community to celebrate our nation’s birthday, while enjoying the natural beauty of the Metroparks. Each Fireworks display begins at dusk and lasts approximately 90 minutes. Joining us again in 2017 will be the Greenwood Farms Clydesdale Horses and multiple hospitality vendors.
Find out more »Creek Walk
Hike the creek and get wet! A chance to explore the creek from the inside, while searching for aquatic critters.
Find out more »Aqua Explorers – Summer Camp
Campers will explore two separate aquatic ecosystems at Hudson Mills. We will examine vernal pond and Huron River habitats and we’ll get up close with the animals that make their homes here. Bring a sack lunch and come ready to get wet.
Find out more »Disc Golf Camp – Summer Camp
Come learn the basics of Disc Golf. We’ll finish camp with a game at our top rated Disc Course that traverses Hudson Mills’ diverse habitats. Disc starter set and lunch included.
Find out more »The Great Bug Hunt
Go on a bug hunt! Catch butterflies. Flip over logs and rocks to find the creepy crawlies underneath. We’ll use nets and magnifiers to help identify what we find.
Find out more »Daring Day for Kids
Build a survival hut, get lost (and un-lost) in a swamp, make natural noise-makers, learn how to survive a bear attack, how to identify poisonous plants and snakes, and more! Kids will have fun learning real wilderness survival skills. Ages 8 and older.
Find out more »Kids Fishing Day
Discover the secret lives of fish, learn knot tying and tackle making and how to cast. Make a fish print T-shirt and go fishing. Borrow one of our fishing poles or bring your own. Bring a lunch and a plain white T-shirt. Ages 8 and older.
Find out more »Huron River Clean-Up – Dexter-Huron Metropark
Help keep the Huron River debris free. We will meet at the Dexter-Huron Metropark parking lot closest to the toll booth. Gloves and water shoes recommended.
Find out more »Bats in the Night Sky
Search for bats in the early nighttime sky. We will explore bat life, behavior, and conservation. Then we’ll head outside to see our local bats.
Find out more »Grandparent’s Day Walk and Brunch
Join an interpreter to experience the joys of an early fall hike and enjoy a pancake brunch at the Activity Center.
Find out more »Calling all Owls
Learn about these nighttime predators. Then step outside as we call in our local owls for a personal visit.
Find out more »Fall Color Hay Rides
Enjoy a leisurely hay ride at Hudson Mills and explore some of our habitats as they prepare for the winter ahead.
Find out more »Fall Color Hay Rides
Enjoy a leisurely hay ride at Hudson Mills and explore some of our habitats as they prepare for the winter ahead.
Find out more »Trick or treat on the Trail
Join us on the nature trail for some non-scary Halloween Fun. Trick-or-Treaters will visit with local “wildlife” and other characters before coming into the Activity Center for Cider, Donuts, and some crafts.
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 learned.
Find out more »Girl Scout Juniors: Animal Habitats
Junior Girl Scouts, come visit the different habitats that are found at Hudson Mills. Discover the plants and animals that reside here. All requirements for the badge will be met.
Find out more »Girl Scout Juniors: Camper
Junior Girl Scouts, come visit the different habitats that are found at Hudson Mills. Discover the plants and animals that reside here. All requirements for the badge will be met.
Find out more »Girl Scout Brownies: Hiker
Brownie Girl Scouts, get your gear together, plan your route, and go for a hike. All requirements for the badge will be met.
Find out more »Girl Scout Brownies: Senses
Brownie Girl Scouts, discover the world through your senses and experience life with some of your senses turned off.
Find out more »Boy Scout Webelos: Into the Woods
Webelos, immerse yourself in the woods of Hudson Mills Metropark. See how the trees and other plants are used by both animals and humans. All requirements for the badge will be met.
Find out more »Boy Scout Webelos: Into the Wild
Webelos will discover the animals of Hudson Mills and learn their roles in our ecosystem. All Badge requirements will be met.
Find out more »Santa Central
Santa Clause is coming 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. You can use your own camera for that perfect Holiday moment.
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