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Booking:

Call our Naturalist Annabelle at (248) 451-1909 or email araines@wbparks.org to book your appointment. The topics listed below are just suggestions but our Naturalist is happy to work with you on a topic idea you may already have.

Virtual Nature Appointments (School groups)

We can bring nature to your classroom no matter where you may be located! There are a variety of topics to choose from and we can customize the topic to fit your student’s needs. Programs meet Michigan Science Standards. Depending on the topic, your nature appointments may include a live animal or two. Programs run for 30 minutes and include a 25 minute presentation and 5 minutes for questions and class interactions.
Cost: West Bloomfield & Walled Lake School Districts: $25, other School Districts: $30
Program Examples:
  • Pollinators (ie Bees, Butterflies)
  • Nocturnal Animals (ie Bats, Raccoons, Owls)
  • Reptiles (ie Turtles, Snakes) and Amphibians (ie Frogs, Toads, Salamanders)
  • Habitats
  • Food Chains
  • Animal Classification (ie Furs, Feathers, Fins)
  • Winter Wonders (ie migration, hibernation and winter survival)

Zoom with a Naturalist (Friend/family/community groups)

Gather families, friends, or organizations together for a unique and personal nature experience. Invite a naturalist for a virtual Zoom nature appointment. Choose from a variety of topics that are interactive, engaging, and may even include a live animal! Programs run for 30 minutes. We provide a simple supply list and guide you through a craft/hands on activity too.
Cost: Residents: $25, Non-residents: $30
Program Examples:
  • Pollinators (ie Bees, Butterflies)
  • Nocturnal Animals (ie Bats, Raccoons, Owls)
  • Birds
  • Beavers
  • Reptiles (ie Turtles, Snakes) & Amphibians (ie Frogs, Toads, Salamanders)
  • Habitats
  • Animal Adaptations
  • Insects

In-Person Nature Appointments (Anyone)

Naturalist-guided services are available year-round for your group. We welcome families, school and youth groups, scouts, and other community organizations. We can bring nature to you or you may visit the Nature Room and Outdoor Play Area! There are a variety of topics to choose from and we can customize to fit your group’s needs. Depending on the topic, appointments may include a live animal.

In-Person Nature Appointments are subject to the MDHHS gathering guidelines.  As of 12/2020, no indoor appointments can be made.

Cost:
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Program Examples:
  • Nature Detectives
  • Animals of West Bloomfield
  • Have to Have a Habitat
  • Fur, Feathers, Scales & Tails (animal classification)
  • Animal adaptations
  • Birds of a Feather
  • Nature’s Mythbusters
  • Seasonal Hikes
  • Wetland Wonders (spring/summer only)
  • Incredible Insects (spring/summer only)
  • Girl and Boy Scout Badges

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  • Home
  • About
    • 2020 Millage
    • Commission
    • Contact
    • Community Links
    • Covid
    • Employment
    • Volunteer
    • Forms
    • News
    • Parks Rules and Maps
    • Sponsorship Opportunities
    • Staff
  • Parks + Facilities
    • Bloomer Park
    • Bloomfield Knolls Park
    • Connect
    • Dog Park
    • Drake Sports Park
    • Karner Farm
    • Keith Sports Park
    • Lily Pad Springs
    • Marshbank Park
    • Recreation Activities Center >
      • Nature Room and Outdoor Natural Play Area
    • Schulak Farm
    • Sylvan Manor Park
    • West Bloomfield Trail
    • West Bloomfield Woods Nature Preserve
    • Rentals
  • Recreation
    • Virtual Recreation
    • Youth >
      • Camps
    • Adult >
      • Softball
      • Walking Programs
      • Wheels to the Road Bike Club
    • Adult 50+ >
      • Connect Support Line
      • Senior Services Advisory Team
      • Pickleball
      • Senior Newsletter
    • Nature >
      • Nature Appointments
      • Nature Birthday Parties
      • Snowshoe
    • Transportation
    • Instructors
    • Provide Feedback
    • Discount Admission Tickets
  • Events
    • Winter/Spring >
      • Black History Month
      • Bunny Trail Egg Hunt
      • House Hoppin' Bunny Visits
      • Earth Day Celebration
    • Summer >
      • Pet Adoption
      • Senior Dance
      • Native Plant Sale
      • Food Truck Tuesdays
      • Kids Komotion
      • Marshbank Music
      • Walk West Bloomfield
      • Go Fish
      • Mother Daughter Tea
    • Fall >
      • Camping in a Bag
      • Group Hayrides
      • Senior Health Care Bag
      • Park-to-Treat-To-Go
      • Heroes Appreciation
      • Letters to Santa
      • Winter Solstice
  • Registration
    • Registration Information
    • Register Online
    • Activity Guide