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Thursday Nights at Nankin Nature Programs in Westland

May 19, 2022 - August 18, 2022 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Location

Nankin Mills 'Nature Barn'

33175 Ann Arbor Trail

Westland, MI 48185

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Description

Spend an evening learning about nature close to your home in these naturalist-led programs. The programs have an interactive learning session in the barn followed by an evening hike. The May program is Owl Prowl, the June program is Frog Hop and the August program is Crickets, Katydids, and Moths. For ages 5 and up. The trail is not stroller friendly. Pre-registration is required.

Event cost: $5/person

Event times: 7-9 p.m. May 19, June 16 & Aug. 18, 2022

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 734-261-1990

Website: https://wayneco.recpro-iframe.com/Default.aspx.

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Wayne County

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