Name: Boo at the Nature Center @ Belle Isle Nature Center
Start: 2025-10-26T11:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-10-26T16:00:00-04:00
Location: Belle Isle Nature Center

September 2025
Nature at Night: UV Gotta See This @ Belle Isle Nature Center

September 11, 2025 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

Join us for an illuminating evening as we explore biofluorescence — one of nature’s most fascinating hidden wonders. Under the glow of UV light, certain plants and animals reveal fluorescent patterns and colors invisible to the naked eye. Guest presenter Joseph Ferraro will share his stunning photography and insights during an engaging talk on the science and surprises of fluorescence in nature. Then, head outside for a guided night hike and see this phenomenon for yourself. You’ll explore the grounds […]

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Nature Tots: Insects @ Belle Isle Nature Center

September 13, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am Nature Tots: Water @ Belle Isle Nature Center

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

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Family Nature Adventure: Over and Under the Pond @ Belle Isle Nature Center

September 13, 2025 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

Join us to celebrate local nature through a story, short hike, and pond investigation. Image Source

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Family Nature Adventure: Waiting for Wings @ Belle Isle Nature Center

September 20, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Nature Art Hike @ Belle Isle Nature Center

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

Join us to celebrate local nature through a story, short hike, and a garden investigation. Image Source

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Nature Art Hike @ Belle Isle Nature Center

September 20, 2025 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

Join Belle Isle Nature Center staff on a scenic hike to appreciate the colors, shapes, and textures of nature. Create ephemeral art on the landscape. Image Source

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Family Nature Adventure: In the Tall Tall Grass @ Belle Isle Nature Center

September 21, 2025 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Family Nature Adventure: In the Tall Tall Grass @ Belle Isle Nature Center

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

Join us to celebrate local nature with a story, short hike, and a meadow investigation. Image Source

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Nature Tots: Insects @ Belle Isle Nature Center

September 25, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am Nature Tots: Water @ Belle Isle Nature Center

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

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Nature Tots: Insects @ Belle Isle Nature Center

September 27, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am Nature Tots: Water @ Belle Isle Nature Center

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

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Belle Isle Exploration Hike: Fall Colors @ Belle Isle Nature Center

September 28, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Family Nature Adventure: In the Tall Tall Grass @ Belle Isle Nature Center

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

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October 2025
Nature Art Hike: Printmaking @ Belle Isle Nature Center

October 4, 2025 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Nature Art Hike @ Belle Isle Nature Center

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

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Fall Colors Hike @ Belle Isle Nature Center

October 4, 2025 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

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Nature Tots: Leaves @ Belle Isle Nature Center

October 9, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am Nature Tots: Water @ Belle Isle Nature Center

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

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Nature Tots: Leaves @ Belle Isle Nature Center

October 11, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am Nature Tots: Water @ Belle Isle Nature Center

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

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Fall Birding Hike @ Belle Isle Nature Center

October 12, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am Fall Birding Hike @ Belle Isle Nature Center

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

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Family Nature Adventure: In the Tall Tall Grass @ Belle Isle Nature Center

October 12, 2025 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Family Nature Adventure: In the Tall Tall Grass @ Belle Isle Nature Center

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

Join us to celebrate local nature with a story, short hike, and a meadow investigation. Image Source

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Nature Tots: Leaves @ Belle Isle Nature Center

October 18, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am Nature Tots: Water @ Belle Isle Nature Center

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

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Family Nature Adventure: Waiting for Wings @ Belle Isle Nature Center

October 18, 2025 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Nature Art Hike @ Belle Isle Nature Center

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

Join us to celebrate local nature through a story, short hike, and a garden investigation. Image Source

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Fall Birding Hike @ Belle Isle Nature Center

October 19, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am Fall Birding Hike @ Belle Isle Nature Center

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

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Participatory Science Hike @ Belle Isle Nature Center

October 19, 2025 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Fall Birding Hike @ Belle Isle Nature Center

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

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Nature Tots: Leaves @ Belle Isle Nature Center

October 23, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am Nature Tots: Water @ Belle Isle Nature Center

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

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Finding Fall in the Forest Family Adventure Hike @ Belle Isle State Park

October 24, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Finding Fall in the Forest Family Adventure Hike @ Belle Isle State Park

Belle Isle State Park 99 Pleasure Drive, Detroit, Michigan

The Finding Fall in the Forest Family Adventure Hike explores the fantastic flora & fauna of the wet mesic forest trail while introducing participants to the fascinating signs of fall. Guided by an educator from the Belle Isle Conservancy, this nature walk blends curiosity, observation, and hands-on discovery into a delightful one-hour experience that’s perfect for both families and young explorers.Duration: 60 minutes Minimum participants: 5 people / Maximum participants: 15 people Location: Woodside Restrooms, 2 Woodside […]

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Finding Fall in the Forest Family Adventure Hike @ Belle Isle State Park

October 24, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Finding Fall in the Forest Family Adventure Hike @ Belle Isle State Park

Belle Isle State Park 99 Pleasure Drive, Detroit, Michigan

The Finding Fall in the Forest Family Adventure Hike explores the fantastic flora & fauna of the wet mesic forest trail while introducing participants to the fascinating signs of fall. Guided by an educator from the Belle Isle Conservancy, this nature walk blends curiosity, observation, and hands-on discovery into a delightful one-hour experience that’s perfect for both families and young explorers.Duration: 60 minutes Minimum participants: 5 people / Maximum participants: 15 people Location: Woodside Restrooms, 2 Woodside […]

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Boo at the Nature Center @ Belle Isle Nature Center

October 25, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Boo at the Nature Center @ Belle Isle Nature Center

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

Boo at the Nature Center is back! One of Detroit’s favorite Halloween events returns this October to the Belle Isle Nature Center. At this fun-filled event, you’ll connect with the animals who call the Nature Center home while enjoying indoor and outdoor trick-or-treating. Costumes are encouraged, so dress up and join us for a not-so-spooky day to remember! This event is free and open to the public. No registration is required. What to expect: Trick-or-treating Festive […]

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Boo at the Nature Center @ Belle Isle Nature Center

October 26, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Boo at the Nature Center @ Belle Isle Nature Center

Belle Isle Nature Center 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, Michigan

Boo at the Nature Center is back! One of Detroit’s favorite Halloween events returns this October to the Belle Isle Nature Center. At this fun-filled event, you’ll connect with the animals who call the Nature Center home while enjoying indoor and outdoor trick-or-treating. Costumes are encouraged, so dress up and join us for a not-so-spooky day to remember! This event is free and open to the public. No registration is required. What to expect: Trick-or-treating Festive […]

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September 2025

October 2025