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Winter Hike and Hot Cocoa at Wayne County Parks

February 14 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Snake spotted during Winter Hike and Hot Cocoa wildlife discovery on the snowy trails at Wayne County Parks

Location

Nankin Mills Interpretive Center

33175 Ann Arbor Trail

Westland, MI 48185

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Description

Winter Hike and Hot Cocoa invites families to bundle up and explore the trails at Wayne County Parks. Kids can search for animal tracks, nests and other signs of wildlife, then warm up with a cup of hot cocoa. Dress for the weather and bring a travel mug if you have one.

Event cost: Free admission

Event times: Date and time not specified. Check with Wayne County Parks for schedule details.

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 7342611990

Website: https://www.waynecountymi.gov/Parks-Recreation

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

Neighborhood: Wayne County

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