Get to know Michigan’s native ecosystems with a trip to The Environmental Discovery Center at Indian Springs Metropark. The EDC is located on more than 60 acres of restored and created native ecosystems including ponds, wetlands and prairies. Capture a below-the-water view of pond life in an underwater viewing room, including native Michigan fish and plants. A 20, 000 square foot building with classrooms, a biology lab, a 200-person event room and exhibit areas provide ample opportunities for observation and learning. Pets, bicycles and joggers are not permited on the EDC hiking trails.  Call (248) 625-6640 for reservation information.

 

The EDC has received nine awards for its architecture, engineering and landscape design: American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) Honor Award 2008; American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), Ohio Chapter Design Concept Award, 2002; Midwest Region American Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Technology Award, 2007; Detroit Chapter ASHRAE Technology Award, 2007; National ASHRAE Technology Award, 2008; Engineering Society of Detroit Construction and Design Award, 2008, Michigan Chapter American Institute of Architects, 2008; and Detroit Chapter American Institute of Architects, 2008.