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Jun
26
Thu
2025
Trenton Monarch Butterflies with a Park Ranger @ Trenton Veterans Memorial Library
Jun 26 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

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Jul
22
Tue
2025
Puzzle Hike @ Crosswinds Marsh Wetland Interpretive Preserve
Jul 22 @ 9:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Puzzle Hike @ Crosswinds Marsh Wetland Interpretive Preserve

Let’s hike and solve puzzles together as we uncover the path to our next viewing spot. The hike will be up to two and a quarter (2.25) miles. We will be walking on dirt/gravel, grass, and boardwalk.

The cost is $4 per person, and all ages are welcome. A maximum of 30 people may register, with a minimum of 10 people registered to conduct the program.

Online registration is available at https://wayneco.recpro-iframe.com/
Registration closes July 21st at 8:00AM. For more info, please call 734-261-9124

No refunds, if it is canceled by Wayne County Parks, we will add a credit to your account for a future program. Parents/chaperones must accompany children at all times during our programs.

Jul
26
Sat
2025
Grosse Ile Nature Hike @ Airport Natural Area Adjacent to the Gibraltar Bay Unit
Jul 26 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Grosse Ile Nature Hike @ Airport Natural Area Adjacent to the Gibraltar Bay Unit

Walk through the woods with one of our seasoned Metroparks naturalists and discover a whole new world in your own backyard!

Nov
9
Sun
2025
Grosse Ile Evening Lantern Hike @ Airport Natural Area Adjacent to the Gibraltar Bay Unit
Nov 9 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Grosse Ile Evening Lantern Hike @ Airport Natural Area Adjacent to the Gibraltar Bay Unit

Nighttime is the right time! The right time for a fall evening lantern hike to see… er… hear the sounds and activities of the night.

Nov
15
Sat
2025
Owl Prowl @ Oakwoods Metropark
Nov 15 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Owl Prowl @ Oakwoods Metropark | Michigan | United States

6pm – 8pm  on:

November 15th
November 22nd
November 29th

Learn about the habits and habitats of the extraordinary owl during this unique evening program. Begin with a short presentation to discuss some interesting facts about owls, before heading out on the trails to see if we can call in an Eastern Screech Owl or two.

Ages 8+. $6 per person. Advanced pre-registration required online or call 734-782-3956.

Nov
22
Sat
2025
Owl Prowl @ Oakwoods Metropark
Nov 22 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Owl Prowl @ Oakwoods Metropark | Michigan | United States

6pm – 8pm  on:

November 15th
November 22nd
November 29th

Learn about the habits and habitats of the extraordinary owl during this unique evening program. Begin with a short presentation to discuss some interesting facts about owls, before heading out on the trails to see if we can call in an Eastern Screech Owl or two.

Ages 8+. $6 per person. Advanced pre-registration required online or call 734-782-3956.

Nov
29
Sat
2025
Owl Prowl @ Oakwoods Metropark
Nov 29 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Owl Prowl @ Oakwoods Metropark | Michigan | United States

6pm – 8pm  on:

November 15th
November 22nd
November 29th

Learn about the habits and habitats of the extraordinary owl during this unique evening program. Begin with a short presentation to discuss some interesting facts about owls, before heading out on the trails to see if we can call in an Eastern Screech Owl or two.

Ages 8+. $6 per person. Advanced pre-registration required online or call 734-782-3956.

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