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Ages 7 and up can take a ride on the 34-foot Voyageur canoe at Stony Creek Metropark. Learn how trade affected history, enjoy seeing wildlife, and get a little exercise during this evening program. Pre-registration is required by 4 p.m. the day before the program. Event cost: $5/person Event times: 7-9:30...
Explore part of the Winn Loop trail with Master Naturalist, Doug Jackson at Eddy Discovery Center. Meet at the lower parking lot. Participants will caravan to the Winn Loop parking lot to begin the leisurely one hour hike. Event cost: $2/person, $5/family Event time: 2-3:30 p.m. June 8, 2025
Families can come out to Kennedy Memorial Park in Eastpointe to celebrate Arbor Day. There will be tree plantings, informational resources and seed giveaways. Gather by the skate park. Event cost: Free Event time: 11 a.m. May 31, 2025
Enjoy a free fishing day as part of the Department of Natural Resources Free Fishing Weekend, where fishing licenses are not required. Bait and fishing poles will be provided, while supplies last. Parents/chaperones must accompany children at all times. For all ages.  Event cost: Free Event time: 9 a.m.-noon June 7,...
Come out to Eddy Discovery Center to take part in a 2-mile round-trip hike through a variety of habitat and glacial formations down the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail to an active purple martin colony on Spring Lake. Join Master Naturalist, Doug Jackson as he guides you to his private martin colony,...
Stock up on new flowers and vegetables during the annual Flower Day at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market. There will be flowers, potted plants, herbs and some vegetable seedlings for sale. Event cost: Free admission Event time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 25, 2025
Families can come out to Matthaei Botanical Gardens to enjoy a guided nature walk. The theme on May 14 is Ephemerals of Spring. Event cost: Free Event time: 5:30-6:30 p.m. May 14, 2025
Come out to Crosswinds Marsh for a fun painting event led by an amateur artist. Paints and canvas will be provided. For all ages. Parents must accompany children at all times. Advanced online registration required. Event cost: $15 ($5/person and $10/supply fee) Event time: 6-7:30 p.m. May 16, 2025
Ages 12 and under can enjoy a free fishing derby event to win prizes. The Rouge River will be stocked with rainbow trout. Makes sure to bring your own equipment and bait. Register on-site. Event cost: Free Event time: 8-11 a.m. Sept. 28, 2025
Come out to Heritage Park Farmington to go on a night hike to listen for nocturnal animals, observe the night sky. Event cost: $5 Event time: 9:30-10:30 p.m. May 9, 2025
Come celebrate the wonderful Huron River at this free annual festival, which is celebrating its 45th year. This event includes hands-on activities, fishing, guided hikes, live entertainment, guest speakers, prizes and more. Event cost: Free Event time: Noon-4 p.m. May 18, 2025
Families can walk, run, skate or cycle safely on the six miles of Hines Drive at Nankin Mills Park Area. Hines Drive will be closed from Outer Drive to Ann Arbor Trail. Event cost: Free Event times: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Saturdays, May 3-Sept. 27, 2025