• classes,  oakland county

    Homeschool Series Aquatic Insects

    Aquatic Insects Red Oaks August 10, 2023 & Wint August 16, 2023 Giant water bugs, water scorpions, whirligig beetles and water bears, oh my! There is a whole world of activity just below the surface ready for our exploration. Be ready to get your hands wet as we explore these micro- and macro-habitats. Red Oaks Nature Center is located 30300 Hales St. in Madison Heights. https://www.oakgov.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/873/763?backlist=%2fcommunity%2foakland-county-parks%2fparks-trails%2fred-oaks%2fred-oaks-nature-center%2f-fsiteid-1 Wint Nature Center, located in Independence Oaks County Park, 9501 Sashabaw Road in Clarkston https://www.oakgov.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/875/763?backlist=%2fcommunity%2foakland-county-parks%2fparks-trails%2findependence-oaks%2fwint-nature-center%2f-fsiteid-1

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    Night Hike and Campfire Owl Prowl at Spencer Park

    Night Hike and Campfire – Owl Prowl at Spencer Park 3701 John R Rochester, MI 48307 Take a guided hike through Spencer Park as we call for owls and listen to the sounds of nature. We will wrap up with s’mores over a campfire. This program takes place at 7:30pm on Thursday, August 24, 2023. Cost is only $7 per person. Click https://www.eventbrite.com/e/night-hike-campfire-owl-prowl-tickets-676238988017?aff=oddtdtcreator to register.

  • classes,  oakland county

    Fishing for Beginners Spencer Park

    Fishing for Beginners from Rochester Hills Outdoor Engagement at Thelma Spencer Park 3701 John R Road Rochester Hills, MI 48307. Learn the basics of fishing, the common types of fish, local fishing regulations, general safety, and even catch a few fish of your own at our Fishing for Beginners program at 10am on Wednesday, Aug. 16 at Spencer Park. All materials will be provided. Program suitable for ages 8+. Cost is only $8 per person. Click https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fishing-for-beginners-tickets-676207523907?aff=oddtdtcreator to register.

  • classes,  oakland county

    Stream Science Thursdays August 2023

    Rochester Hills Parks and Museum Program Stream Science 2023 Thursdays in August 2023, with the following time options: 10:00am – 12:00pm 1:00pm – 4:00pm Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stream-science-2023-tickets-646099640417?aff=ebdsoporgprofile for further details or call 248-656-4663 or rhmuseum@rochesterhills.org.

  • events,  oakland county

    Halloween Wildlife: Truth vs. Fiction

    Halloween Wildlife: Truth vs. Fiction – Environmental Education Saturday, October 27 Bats, wolves, and crows are just some of the wildlife we associate with Halloween. Come to the Rochester Hills Museum to discover the truth and common myths about these wild animals. The program will include a story, craft, and some fun outdoor activities. http://www.rochesterhills.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=322

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    Joe Rogers Raptor Biologist in Oxford Nov 14

    Joe Rogers, a raptor biologist will be at Kingsbury Country Day School in Oxford, MI on Sunday, November 14, 2010. He will bring his eagles, owls, hawks, falcons, and other raptors and teach about their habits, history, and more. This program is open to the public and is Free. The Kingsbury Country Day School is inviting the neighboring home school groups to attend. This program will be held at the Kingsbury Country Day School which holds lecture series and activities that are open to the public. For more infomation, please see the attached flyer they have sent. Date: Sunday, November 14, 2010, 1:00pm Location: Kingsbury Country Day School, JAS Center…

  • classes,  homeschool,  michigan

    2009 Homeschool Monday at Oakwoods Nature Center

    Oakwoods Nature Center, by Flat Rock Please pre-register for programs. For additional information or to register for programs at the Nature Center of Oakwoods Metropark near Flat Rock, please call 734-782-3956. Monday, January 12, 20098, 10:00am – Homeschool Monday. Home schoolers will experience a fun and exciting program. Fee: $3 per child.

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    Project Learning Tree workshop

    Hawk Woods Nature Center will be hosting a Project Learning Tree workshop for naturalist, home school parents, pre-service teachers and of course K-8 teachers. Project Learning Tree is a national model of environmental education. The workshop will be on Saturday, November 22, 2008 from 9-3. Participants will receive the guide and certification from the national PLT office. Contact Mike Mansour for detailed registration: mmansour@auburnhills.org

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    Earth Day 2008

    Ideas for learning and celebrating Earth Day 2008 Learn how to reduce and balance your carbon footprint. Earth Day Events & Activities at Flint Children’s Museum. Loads of different activites from April 9 – 30, 2008. For Earth Day 2008, The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency challenges residents and communities around the Great Lakes to collect and recycle electronic waste and to properly dispose of unwanted medicines. http://www.epa.gov/greatlakes/earthday2008/events.html EnvironmentalHealthNews

  • homeschool,  michigan,  parks

    2008 Home School Students at For-Mar Nature Preserve and Arboretum

    For-Mar Nature Preserve and Arboretum 2142 N. Genesee Rd, Burton For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum Maps For more information about a program call the Nature Preserve at 810-789-8567 and the Arboretum at 810-789-8568. To pre-register for a program call 810-736-7100 ext. 6. Click http://www.geneseecountyparks.org/order_formar.htm to make reservations. Thursday, March 20, 2008, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Home School Students: Exploring For-Mar’s Sugar Bush. Learn about the history of making maple syrup and take a hike to our sugar shack. This program includes tasting maple syrup! *Note: This time of year our trails tend to be very muddy. Cost: $4.00 per student. Pre-registration required by 03/18/08. Thursday, April 17, 2008,…