Tuesday, April 23, 2013
The trail features scent boxes, a sand pit, opossum trail and other opportunities for children and adults to learn more about nature.
Under sunny skies, the City of Farmington Hills celebrated Earth Day Monday with an event in Heritage Park that included the grand opening of a new Nature Discovery Trail. Naturalist Ashley Simons, representing the city's Nature Center, said many volunteers and groups, including the city's parks staff, made the trail possible. "If it wasn't for the volunteers, a lot of the programs we offer here at the Nature Center wouldn't be possible," she added. Mayor Barry Brickner said recycled wood for the arch that marks the beginning of the trail came from various park facilities, including Longacre House, the Farmington Hills Golf Club and the Nature Center roof. A longhouse replica located along the trail was built by youth and volunteers …
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Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Roast marshmallows, participate in an archeological dig and more during the April 22 event.
Celebrate Earth Day at Heritage Park in Farmington Hills April 22, with free activities that start at 5 p.m. Archeological digs, nature twister, rock painting, face painting, stories by the Longhouse, roasting marshmallows over the campfire, and much more will be offered, and you can witness the ribbon cutting on the new Nature Discovery Trail at 5:45 p.m. Exhibitors that will show you how to save money, save energy and reduce your impact on the environment. Meals fit for everyone in the family will be available for $5 per person from Johnny Pomodoro’s. Registration is not required. To learn more, call 248-477-1135.
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Monday, April 15, 2013
Work on projects like planting native seeds, removing invasive plant species and maintaining trails.
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Monday, April 15
Do you love working outdoors and enjoy the City of Farmington Hills Nature Discovery Center? Volunteers are needed on four days this spring to help clear out invasive plant species, plant native seeds, maintain trails and more. Details are included on the flyer above, or register online at http://recreg.fhgov.com.
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Sunday, April 7, 2013
April abounds with activities designed to bring families out to Heritage Park and the Nature Discovery Center.
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Sunday, April 7
If you're ever wondered what Heritage Park looks like when the sun goes down, or how to identify a frog by the sound it makes, the City of Farmington Hills Nature Discovery Center has spring programs that can help. Click on these links for more information about April activities at the Center: For more information, visit fhgov.com.
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Saturday, March 23, 2013
Guest expert Barb Jensen will share her osprey monitoring experiences April 4.
Learn more about one of the most majestic birds, the Osprey, during an April 4 workshop at the Farmington Hills Nature Center. The 6 p.m. event features guest expert Barb Jensen, who will share her experiences with banding and monitoring ospreys throughout Michigan and offer insider tips on where to find these beautiful birds. Discover fun facts about osprey and other native birds of prey, plus learn how to help with nest monitoring. Cost is $10. Registration is required, either at the Costick Center or at http://recreg.fhgov.com. More information is posted in a press release at fhgov.com.
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Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Classes that hint at the beginning of spring get underway in March.
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Wednesday, February 27
The City of Farmington Hills Nature Discovery Center will offer several classes in March that will help you get into the spirit of spring. Here's a list of the classes, see the flyers above for additional information: Register online at http://recreg.fhgov.com.
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Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Learn winter survival techniques and how to be a wildlife CSI.
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Wednesday, February 13
The City of Farmington Hills Nature Discovery Center offers these winter programs open to kids ages 7 and older in February: Winter Survival Practice the art of fire building, shelter building, orienteering, and tracking. Find out what techniques animals use and how they will work for you, too. Held Feb. 21, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and designed for ages 7 and up. Make sure to dress for the weather and exploring outdoors, as the majority of the program will take place outside. Wildlife CSI Learn how to identify tracks, animal scat, and signs and become a certified Nature Detective. Make your own animal “poo” and animal tracks project to take home. Held Feb. 20 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., this drop-off class is designed for ages 7 to 12. …
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Wednesday, January 30, 2013
The Feb. 7 event in Heritage Park is designed for adults.
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Wednesday, January 30
Astronomer Steve Hassell will open up the night sky to participants in a Feb. 7 workshop hosted by the City of Farmington Hills Nature Discovery Center. Get started observing the stars from your own backyard and learn the basics of operating a telescope during this 6 p.m. event. Cost is $10 per person and pre-registration is required. Learn more by reading the event press release at fhgov.com.
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Friday, January 18, 2013
Funds raised at a Friday night benefit will go toward a handicapped-accessible van for 9-year-old Rachel Morris' family.
Kick off your weekend tonight at a fundraiser at Drakeshire Lanes in Farmington Hills to help the family of a child with Rett Syndrome purchase a handicapped accessible van. Browse through the photos above, then follow the links below to learn more about the benefit for the Morris family and other weekend activities. If you know about an event that's not on our calendar, here's how to add it: How to Post an Event on Patch.
Sunday, December 9, 2012
The Dec. 15 workshop is designed for all ages.
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Sunday, December 9, 2012
Stop by the Nature Discovery Center in Heritage Park Dec. 15 and create a wreath and holiday gifts using materials found in nature. Put together a grapevine and greens holiday wreath or a nature ornament, then decorate a cookie. Kids’ crafts will also be available. The Nature Holiday Craft Workshop will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is designed for all ages. Children must be supervised by an adult. Pre-registration is encouraged at https://recreg.fhgov.com or the Costick Center. Participants can also drop in throughout the morning and pay at the door; however, space is limited. The fee is $8 per person or $25 per family. All materials will be provided. Call the Nature Center at 248-477-1135 or email asimons@fhgov.com for more …
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