Calendar

Red Oaks Nature Center The Mitten Story Walk – Celebrate our storybook trail with The Mitten, by Jan Brett. Enjoy the story of Nicki, a young boy who has lost a mitten in the snow, and the animals who try to make a home of it. Participate in a related activity, and take home a mitten craft, complete with the animals from the story. Suitable for all ages. $4/person. Preregistration with payment required. Call 248-858-0916 weekdays. All programs will take place outdoors – under a tent, or on a trail. Please dress for the weather. Masks are encouraged for trail programs. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

Red Oaks Nature Center Earth Day 2021 – Restore the Earth – at Red Oaks Nature Center 248-585-0100. To celebrate Earth day, learn about restoration efforts and some simple strategies for green living. Take home a craft to help keep you thinking of going green. $5/person. Pre-registration with payment required. Call 248-858-0916 weekdays. No weekend registration. All programs will take place outdoors – under a tent, or on a trail. Dress for the weather. Masks are encouraged for Appointment-based Hikes and required for programs conducted under the tent. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

Red Oaks Nature Center Astro Evening – Telescope eyepiece sharing is not possible, so instead we’ll share close-up views of the moon using club members’ telescopes, video cameras, and screen monitors. See some great views and learn fun facts about the night sky. Bring a camp chair or blanket to sit on. Suitable for all ages. No on-site registration available. $4/person. Pre-registration with payment required. Call 248-858-0916 weekdays. No weekend registration. All programs will take place outdoors – under a tent, or on a trail. Dress for the weather. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

Red Oaks Nature Center Whose Nest is Best – Nests come in all shapes, sizes and materials. Examine nests and eggs to learn about their inhabitants and the science behind egg shapes and sizes. Then, take a hands-on building challenge to create a nest using the same materials as our friends with beaks. Create or take home a bird craft kit. $5/person. Pre-registration with payment required. Call 248-858-0916 weekdays. No weekend registration. All programs will take place outdoors – under a tent, or on a trail. Dress for the weather. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

Snowball Painting – Using snowballs as paintbrushes, so bring your gloves or mittens (maybe more than one pair). Create some beautiful, messy, abstract art. This program is suitable for all ages. Cost: $5/person. Call 248-858-0916 weekdays to register. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

Red Oaks Nature Center Maple Magic – Maple syrup is an icon of our region. Learn to identify maple trees, take a hike to tap a tree and taste the sap. We will teach you the tools, tips and methods needed to make your own batch of maple syrup at home. Taste some sweet maple treats and take home maple-based recipes. Some tasty treats may be made in factories that process nut products. This program is suitable for all ages. Cost: $7/person. Call 248-858-0916 weekdays to register. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

Red Oaks Nature Center Morning Munchkins – Story-time fun for preschool children. Bring your munchkin to the nature center for a seasonal story and a related hands-on, nature-based discovery activity. Cost is $4/child. Call 248-858-0916 weekdays to register. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

Red Oaks Nature Center Homeschool Series

Red Oaks Nature Center Homeschool Series (248-585-0100) A new homeschool theme each month.

Homeschool sessions are adapted for two age groups: Ages 6-9 and ages 10-13. Cost is $10/child/session. Preregistration with payment is required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or register online. No on-site registration will be available. Sessions are designed as a drop-off program for youth. All students are welcome. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

Red Oaks Nature Center Homeschool Series

Red Oaks Nature Center Homeschool Series (248-585-0100) A new homeschool theme each month.

Homeschool sessions are adapted for two age groups: Ages 6-9 and ages 10-13. Cost is $10/child/session. Preregistration with payment is required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or register online. No on-site registration will be available. Sessions are designed as a drop-off program for youth. All students are welcome. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

Red Oaks Nature Center Full Pink Moon Meditation & Bonfire

Red Oaks Nature Center Full Pink Moon Meditation & Bonfire – Red Oaks Nature Center  (248-585-0100)

Following the moon cycle connects us with nature in a meaningful way. Enjoy a mini hike, cozy fire and calming meditation during the full moon. No meditation experience necessary. Dress for the weather. The program is suitable for ages 7 and older. Cost is $5/person. Preregistration with payment required by calling 248-858-0916 weekdays or 248-585-0100 during nature center hours or online. Hosted by Oakland County Parks and Recreation.

More OC Parks events

This page is intended to be used as a guide. Oakland County Moms does not run these events. Oakland County Moms is not responsible for changes to event descriptions, event times or details, or event cancellations.