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Fall in for some family fun at your Metroparks

...your ghosts and goblins trick-or-treating on a nature trail, your Metroparks are the perfect place to check off some items on your fall bucket list. Fall in for some family fun this season at your Metroparks. Learn more Metroparks.com/fallfun.  ...

FAQ

...Boat $53 $58 Joint Combination Annual Pass with Oakland County Parks Oakland County/Metropark Annual Pass: $64 – This combination permit for vehicles allows entry into the 13 Metroparks and Oakland County Parks. Daily Fee $10 per vehicle $10 daily boat...

Our Big Fat Family Reunion

...day of family fun activities at Our Big Fat Family Reunion. It will be a great time for communities to come together – reunion style – and have some fun together in the park. Live DJs, bounce houses, yard games...

Projects, Grants & Partners

...taking measurements to the material below. Soil borings and excavations were also completed on the outside of the building to assess the ground conditions and the existing foundation. Contractual bidding is taking place to complete floor grouting work. This work...

Job Opportunities

...ability to meet the needs of those diverse communities and steward the Metroparks for future generations. It’s also why we’ve launched a comprehensive Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiative. We’re taking an active role in engaging our internal team and stakeholders...

Signs of Spring: Amphibians

...characterized by laying jelly-like eggs and having moist, scaleless skin. The most distinguishing characteristic of amphibians is the source of their name. Amphibian comes from the Ancient Greek term “amphíbios” which means ‘both kinds of life’. Almost all amphibians lay...

Metroparks Social Media Ambassador Program

...form linked below. Applications will close on April 24, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. Those chosen to be Metroparks Social Media Ambassadors will be contacted by April 28. Questions? Please contact our Marketing Support Specialist, Quinn Tapp, at quinn.tapp@metroparks.com. Apply Now...

Metroparks Receives Grant Funding to Combat the Spotted Lanternfly

...report from your phone – MSU.edu/tools/apps/#home Or – if you see a spotted lanternfly in a Metropark, use the Metroparks specific form at https://form.jotform.com/231694898764074. Early detection and response is a common approach for new invasive species like the spotted lanternfly....

Adaptive Recreation

...11 a.m., 2:30 p.m.). Click here to register through the Disability Network website. You will need to complete the 2024 DNEM Adaptive Kayak Registration form. Please complete the form in its entirety and submit. You will receive a confirmation email...

Every Day is Earth Day in the Metroparks

...Plan with five key areas to address climate change. One of those five areas focuses on improving waste management, recycling, and composting throughout the parks. While visitor and community input, gathered during the development of the plan, focused on other...

Metroparks and ME

...service area of Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties. While millions of people throughout Southeast Michigan experience the Metroparks and its services every year, we are committed to increasing our impact and touching communities and families far beyond our...

Owls in Winter

...is plenty rewarding. I’m content to know he is helping raise a family somewhere nearby. Our smallest common owl, the Eastern Screech Owl, spends sleepy winter days roosting in tree cavities Barred Owl and Great Horned Owl? Well, there is...

Resolve to See More Wildlife in 2024

...feeders, such as suet and oilseed, can increase your ability to view wildlife in your own backyard. Community science projects such as Project FeederWatch encourage weekly data collection and its as easy as watching the visitors to your feeder for...

Metroparks Announces First Formal Climate Action Plan

...also combatting bad air quality concerns from major fires happening across Canada. July 2023 was the hottest July on record. These types of events have become increasingly common across our region. “While the Huron-Clinton Metroparks does not have all the...

Picnic Parties – Strive for sustainable events 

...own picnic, remember to use these tips, and always strive for sustainable solutions. Then, when the party’s over, always leave an area how you found it. Be respectful to the environment and your community. More eco-friendly decoration ideas here: https://greenthatlife.com/eco-friendly-party-decorations/...

Swim Lessons

...see any lessons listed until that date: https://highlanderaquatics.gymmasteronline.com/portal/login (click on “sign up” and complete the registration process) City of Detroit – Swim in the D – Multiple Recreation Center Locations Registration opens October 14. Come back for official link.  ...

SPDF 2025

...environmental justice in their own communities. The 2025 Special Park Districts Forum, which will explore the theme of “Parks for All”, invites adventurous park professionals, community leaders, and advocates to come together, share openly and reflect on our shared commitment...

Planning and Development

...plans were completed and approved by the Board of Commissioners between 2016 and 2018. These plans include assessments of conditions existing at the time of the plan development, a summary of public input, needs and opportunities, and action items for...
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