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New Partnership to Support and Improve Rouge Park

...combining their natural resource management expertise with our commitment to improve our natural spaces in Detroit parks,” said Meagan Elliott, City of Detroit Chief Parks Planner. “In the past few years we have focused on improving the active play and...

Full-Time Positions Open at Huron-Clinton Metroparks

...spots on our team, ensuring we’re representative of our diverse Southeast Michigan communities and that we’re providing the safest, most inclusive, welcoming experience outdoor recreation experience for all who visit.” Interested candidates can explore open positions and apply at www.metroparks.com/hiring....

Wild Wednesday: Sugar Maple

...changing pressures caused by freeze thaw cycles are to thank for this splendidly sweet spring treat! If you’re interested in learning more about maple trees and maple, come attend any of our Maple Sugaring programs – learn more at www.metroparks.com/maple...

Bird of the Week: Rusty Blackbird

...in which the blackbird lived. Only time will tell if the current rise in beaver population will restore any of the lost blackbird population. To see the Rusty Blackbird in action and hear its unique sounds, visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YTJNy97CvE. Happy Birding!...

Bird of the Week: Ruddy Duck

...his head and hitting his bill on his body repeatedly making bubbles in the water around him. This motion, combined with his low almost burp-like sounds is quite comical to watch. The female Ruddy Duck, on the other hand, weaves...

Bird of the Week: Northern Parula

...in Michigan, don’t worry! They’ll be back next May for a quick stopover to fuel up during their northern migration to the upper peninsula and Canada. To watch and listen to a Northern Parula in action, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fn8uzlYnt50. Happy Birding!...

Everyone in the pool!

...in the water for their entire lives.” But we think the proof is on the kids’ faces who participated, so we hope you’ll take a few minutes to watch this video and see and hear the impact for yourself: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zk-NTkf6Aqo...

Bird of the Week: Chestnut-sided Warbler

...more migrating warbler species this spring in your Metroparks and across Michigan. Grab a pair of binoculars, a bird field guide, and your favorite hiking shoes – happy birding! Listen to and watch the Chestnut-sided Warbler in action here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jSs__LAIBwg...

Bird of the Week: Blue-winged Teal

...species gliding across the water in and around your Metroparks. Bring your binoculars, as these birds tend to be skittish and their natural behavior is best viewed from a distance. Watch the Blue-Winged Teal in action here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NAeC6FpEba0. Happy Birding!...

Wildlife Wednesday: Northern Leopard Frog

...these animals to survive until spring, when warm weather returns and food is abundant once more. Listen for this frog and other frog species during your next adventure in your Huron-Clinton Metroparks! To hear this frog’s interesting call, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDuvK0u8XyY&list=UUQBXHFI3kPpoaMR_6GAmfaw...

Fall Bird Migration Fills the Skies at Your Metroparks

...restart outdoor programming so we can get out there and enjoy the season’s migration.” Be sure to add your Metroparks to your fall bucket list and experience the wonder of the fall bird migration! Explore raptor and programs at https://www.metroparks.com/events/list/?tribe-bar-search=raptor....
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