This is a paid program ($15 general admission, $10 members)
This program has a limited number of participants, so please RSVP if you plan to attend!
Date: April 4th, 2026 | 10:30am-12:00pm
Location: Visitor Center, Trails (Fenner Nature Center)
This program is designed for all ages. Most of the program will take place outdoors, so please dress for the weather. Boots are recommended, as there may be some muddy areas.
Explore one of Michigan’s most unique habitats.
Visit a vernal pool, a temporary wetland that supports a variety of unique animal species including fairy shrimp and wood frogs. Learn what makes these special habitats so important, and what is being done to protect them. As a group, perform a biological survey by identifying aquatic species to determine the quality of some of our wetlands.
Hike details: Less than one mile of hiking. Paved and dirt trails, with some moderate inclines.
For questions, please reach out to jacob@mynaturecenter.org