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Nature Tater Tots

September 10 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Monarch butterfly perched on a yellow flower in a summer garden.

Photo credit: iStock/patty_c

Location

Nankin Mills Interpretive Center

33175 Ann Arbor Trail

Westland, MI 48185

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Description

Toddlers can explore late summer nature at Nankin Mills with sunflowers, butterflies, classroom activities, and a short half-mile hike. Designed for ages 2–4 with a parent or guardian.

Event cost: $5 per person; $6 for non-Wayne County residents

Event times: 10–11 a.m. Sept. 10, 2025

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 7342611990

Website: https://wayneco.recpro-iframe.com/CourseActivities.aspx?id=30

Age recommendation: Preschool, Toddlers

Neighborhood: Wayne County

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