
January 2021
Beavers in the Backwaters
Our resident beavers have been busy as a…. well, you know; and they are leaving evidence of their hard work all along the river. Let’s head out for a hike on the nature trails to discover some of their handy-work…
Find out more »Winter Fire Making Workshop
When the temperatures dip and the snow falls, staying warm becomes even more important, and having the knowledge and skills to make a winter fire can make all the difference. During this outdoor program we'll learn several tips and techniques…
Find out more »Evening Owl Prowl
Learn about the habits and habitats of Michigan’s extraordinary owls. We will head out on the nature trails, in the dark, to see if we can lure in a Screech Owl or two with recorded calls! This program is entirely…
Find out more »Winter Bird Hike
A brisk walk on a winter morning can get the blood pumping, provide some pretty beautiful views and even let you catch the sights and sounds of winter birds. So, get bundled up, grab your binoculars, and meet us at…
Find out more »Intro to Geocaching
Did you know that there is a big game of hide and seek happening right outside your door? Geocaching is a fun, outdoor activity that uses the GPS on your phone to find boxes hidden all over the world. We’ll…
Find out more »Winter Wonders: Hike-n-Sketch
Let’s hit the trails in search of some winter beauty. While we are out, we will be journaling some of our findings through sketches. Bring your own journal and your artistic talent for an inspirational day outdoors! Fun for all…
Find out more »Winter Wonders: Hike-n-Sketch
Let’s hit the trails in search of some winter beauty. While we are out, we will be journaling some of our findings through sketches. Bring your own journal and your artistic talent for an inspirational day outdoors! Fun for all…
Find out more »February 2021
Winter Brrrrr-ding Saturday
It may be winter, but there are tons of different birds that are out and about looking for food! Bring your binoculars and we will go around the park watching and learning about these beautiful creatures. Ages 8 and up.…
Find out more »Tadpoles: Groundhogs
We will be walking along Splitlog Trail as we highlight the Groundhogs that live in our area during this fun, interactive, outdoor program. Children ages 2 – 5. Time: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Cost: $4 per child Location: Oakwoods…
Find out more »Explorer’s Club: Feed the Birds
We will be discussing how our feathered friends endure the cold Michigan winters! We will search for some of our winter avian ambassadors (birds, that is!). Children ages 6 – 14. Time: 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Cost: $4 per…
Find out more »Winter Brrrrr-ding Saturday
It may be winter, but there are tons of different birds that are out and about looking for food! Bring your binoculars and we will go around the park watching and learning about these beautiful creatures. Ages 8 and up.…
Find out more »Winter Tree ID
When the leaves come off, how the heck do you tell one naked tree from the other? Join us at the Nature Center to find out! Once you train your eye to investigate bark, branches and buds, it's something anyone…
Find out more »Nature @ Night: Winter
Let’s hit the nature trails at night and discuss the nocturnal happenings of Oakwoods Metropark during the winter. Is that a deer in the field? Was that an owl overhead? Did you hear that coyote? You never know what we…
Find out more »Know Your Way Around: Orienteering
We are going to cover the basics of orienteering to get you on your way to finding your own path! Learn how to read a baseplate compass, set your degrees, keep track of your paces and more. Finally, we will…
Find out more »Tracking Detectives
If those aren’t my footprints, then whose are they? Let’s go for a hike along out nature trails and investigate the different types of tracks around the woods. Fun for all ages! Time: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Cost: $3…
Find out more »Winter Bird Hike
A brisk walk on a winter morning can get the blood pumping, provide some pretty beautiful views and even let you catch the sights and sounds of winter birds. So, get bundled up, grab your binoculars, and meet us at…
Find out more »Winter Buggin’: Stoneflies, Snow Fleas & Spiders
Afraid of creepy crawlies? Think it's finally safe to go outside when winter hits? Think again! Join us for an outdoor ramble along nature trails by the Huron River at Oakwoods Metropark as we search for insects and other arthropods…
Find out more »Full Snow Moon Hike
Discover why the Native Americans referred to this full moon as the “Snow Moon” while learning facts, myths, and legends surrounding our moon. We will hike along the nature trails in the dark, while discussing the moon; as well as,…
Find out more »March 2021
Tracking Detectives
If those aren’t my footprints, then whose are they? Let’s go for a hike along out nature trails and investigate the different types of tracks around the woods. Fun for all ages! Time: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Cost: $3…
Find out more »Beavers in the Backwaters
Our resident beavers have been busy as a…. well, you know; and they are leaving evidence of their hard work all along the river. Let’s head out for a hike on the nature trails to discover some of their handy-work…
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