CROSSWINDS MARSH FAMILY PROGRAMS
Public programs are intended for individuals and families, with adults and children participating together. Programs are suitable for all ages unless otherwise noted. Advance registration and prepayment are required. You are not registered for a program until payment is received. Programs are $3.00 per person unless otherwise noted. No refunds will be given unless Crosswinds cancels the program. Any program with less than 10 pre-registered participants will be cancelled and fees returned. Call (734) 654-1220 to register for a program or for more information. All programs are conducted outdoors under an open-air pavilion, please dress appropriately.
2009 FAMILY PROGRAMS
SEPTEMBER
Saturday, September 12, 2009 / 10:00 am – Noon / Ages 6-adult
Pre-registration Required
Come and see Crosswinds Marsh from a totally new perspective. We will take a leisurely canoe trip through Crosswinds Marsh, stopping frequently to observe and discuss the abundant wildlife and various plants we encounter. Before we start we will cover the basics of canoe operation and safety. All participants must wear a life jacket. Canoes and life jackets will be provided. Registration limited to 20 people.
Saturday, September 26, 2009 / 8:00 - 10:00 am / Ages 6-adult
Pre-registration Required
Oh what a day! Come prepared to make what will become your favorite t-shirts! We are pulling together the best t-shirt crafts from all or our nature programs. You will have your pick from making a leaf print t-shirt, an animal track t-shirt, a fish print t-shirt or all three!
All supplies are included except the shirts! So, please bring a light-colored cotton t-shirt for each craft you wish to make.
OCTOBER
Saturday, October 3, 2009 / 10:00 am – Noon / Pre-registration Required
Have you ever wondered what animal made “those” tracks, or left “those” droppings? Well here’s your chance to find out by becoming a nature detective. We will discuss some of the clues animals leave behind, including tracks, scat (droppings), nests, etc. We will then go on a nature detective hike and look for clues left by mystery animals. Afterwards we will create an animal track T-shirt to take home with you. Please bring a light-colored, cotton T-shirt for each participant. Paint and tracks for T-shirts are provided.
Saturday, October 24, 2009 / 10:00 am – Noon / Pre-registration Required
Amazing! The embryo of a plant encapsulated in one easy to carry package! Could we, in these modern times, engineer something as perfect as a seed? Come and learn all about the seeds at Crosswinds, how they disperse, protect themselves and the inventions they inspired! We will take a leisurely hike to find these tiny natural wonders and then make a seed mosaic to take home.
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