METROPARK BLOG
Tick Season in Michigan is Here. Here’s What You Need To Know
As temperatures warm up across Michigan, tick season is officially underway. Whether you’re hiking local trails, working in the yard, camping, or simply walking the dog, it’s important to know how to protect yourself, your family, and your pets from tick bites and tick-borne illnesses.…
Canal Paddle: Series
REGISTER HERE Bring your own canoe or kayak, paddle, a personal floatation device (PFD), and a sense of adventure for a guided tour of the canals. Learn some local history, and keep your eyes open for local wildlife, as we explore this often unseen portion…
Voyageur Canoe: Life Along the Huron
REGISTER HERE Climb aboard and set out on a guided paddling adventure along the peaceful backwaters of the Huron River! Families with children ages 8 and up are invited to experience the river the way early explorers once did—traveling together in a 34-foot replica voyageur…
Birding for Beginners
REGISTER HERE Whether you’re looking to start a new hobby or to hone your birding skills, we’re here to help! Learn about field markings, judging size, how to choose a field guide and more. We will begin with a focus on binocular use and basic…
Preschool Explorers at the Mills
REGISTER HERE Join us on the last Friday of each month for a fun, hands-on nature adventure designed for preschoolers and their grown-ups! Each session introduces a new nature theme through engaging stories, outdoor exploration, and creative activities or crafts. Come ready to explore the…
Nature Art Day Camps at Hudson Mills
REGISTER HERE Discover art in nature at Hudson Mills Nature Art Day Camps 🎨🌿 This program features two separate camps designed for different age groups, where kids explore creativity outdoors through hands-on art inspired by the Huron River, park trails, and natural materials. Junior Nature…
Let’s Go Outside Pre-K
REGISTER HERE You and your little ones are invited every third Monday of the month to participate in an outdoor nature adventure! Every month, we’ll encourage exploration by using our senses, tools, and curiosity to make discoveries as the seasons go by. We’ll focus on…
Full Moon Hike: Strawberry Moon
REGISTER HERE Want to walk the nature trails under the light of a full moon? Then join us for our full moon hikes! We will discuss the phases of the moon and the stories behind their names. We will walk the trails in search of…
Coffee With Cows
REGISTER HERE Whether you’re a family with curious kids or just a cow lover at heart, start yourmorning with a fresh-brewed coffee (or hot cocoa) and a behind-the-scenes lookat life on the farm! Our pop-up coffee vendor will be on hand to get your morning…
Kensington Nature Center Summer Day Camps
REGISTER HERE Summer camp is a great way for your child to get outdoors, experience something new and make new friends. We have a variety of exciting summer day camps to choose from and we want every camper to have a great time. Find the…




