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Are you looking for live Reindeer near Ann Arbor this Christmas season? You’re in luck, there will be several appearances by Live Reindeer in Ann Arbor this Christmas season. There will be the opportunity for petting reindeer or taking pictures with reindeer near Ann Arbor. Ann Arbor Live Reindeer Appearances There are several options for […]
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As spring approaches the sap is flowing in the maple trees and it is time to make maple syrup. Check out our list of Southeast Michigan Maple Sugaring Events. At these events you’ll learn about the process, see the taps, and observe the sugar shack. Most events will let you sample the syrup – and
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Kids love animals. Did you know there are lots of opportunities to see animals near Ann Arbor? While there are two great zoos within an hour, they are both day trips. There are several nature centers, farms, and more offering a chance to visit animals. There are several closer options that don’t require the all
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The Ann Arbor 4-H Youth Show is held every year the third week of July. For 2024, the show is July 21 through 26. Back in 2017 our writer Sarah researched the show and took her kids to share more information. Check out what she learned and read about her experiences. What is 4-H? Whenever
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SEA LIFE Michigan is a small aquarium located at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets with over 250 species of sea creatures. Visiting SEA LIFE Michigan, LEGOLAND Discovery Center, and shopping at Great Lakes Crossing is a fun day trip from Ann Arbor.
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Yesterday my daughter and I attended the Ann Arbor Earth Day Festival at Leslie Science and Nature Center. We always seem to be busy at this time of year, so it was our first time attending the event. However, even yesterday we were only able to stay for a short time since I had promised
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Have you followed the story of the Mammoth bones found in Chelsea? They have been donated to the University of Michigan and will be on display at the Museum of Natural History. The new exhibit featuring the bones will be open beginning in November. Get the details below: “Chelsea” Mammoth Exhibit Opens November 5 at U-M Museum
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This morning my daughter and I joined her friend and his mom at the Toledo Zoo for a last summer excursion. Despite the heat, it was a perfect day at the zoo. It wasn’t too crowded since Ohio schools have already gone back to school. Our kids (4th graders) were definitely a lot bigger than many of the
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This morning I came across this information about the DNR’s Outdoor Adventure Center that opened last week in Detroit. I’m sharing the pre-opening press release below. If anyone visits I’d love to hear what you thought. DNR’s Outdoor Adventure Center set for July 20 public opening Special programming and hours mark launch of Detroit site that
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Update: The University of Michigan Museum of Natural History has moved to a new location. Check out our article on their new location. This is a review of their old location. The museum was closed for 2018 and opened in stages in 2019. We have kept this article as a historical glimpse of the old
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