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Best Places to see animals in Ann Arbor - Nature Centers, Zoos, & More - Two brightly colored tropical birds from Creature Conservancy

From Alligators To Zebras: Ultimate Guide To Animal Encounters Near Ann Arbor In 2026

March 24, 2026 / animals, timeless / By Anna Mae

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 closer options that don’t require the all day commitment. These places to see Animals Near Ann Arbor include several nature centers, […]

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Michigan Maple Sugar Festivals & Maple Sugaring Events

Sweet!! Find Amazing Michigan Maple Sugaring Festivals & Events

January 27, 2026 / animals / By Anna Mae

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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Greet Reindeer in Ann Arbor this Holiday Season

Beyond the Sleigh: Live Reindeer Near Ann Arbor

November 4, 2024 / animals, Christmas / By Anna Mae

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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Ann Arbor 4-H Youth Show Information & Review

July 21, 2019 / animals, Free, Reviews / By Sarah

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 Aquarium - In the Walkthrough Tunnel

SEA LIFE Michigan – Activity Review

May 4, 2017 / animals, babies, Day trip, elementary, family, indoor, Inside, Instagram, nature, Preschoolers, Reviews, sponsored, teens, timeless, Toddlers, Travel Thursday, tweens, Wednesday Activity Review, Zoo / By Anna Mae

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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Ann Arbor Earth Day Festival - LSNC Sign

Ann Arbor Earth Day Festival Report

April 24, 2017 / animals, April, nature, outdoor / By Anna Mae

My daughter and I attended the 2017 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, we were only able to stay for a short time since I had promised my daughter

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Chelsea Mammoth Exhibit Opening Soon

September 16, 2016 / animals, Legacy, museum, STEM / By Anna Mae

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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A Visit to the Toledo Zoo & the New Aquarium

September 3, 2015 / animals, family, Legacy, nature, timeless, Toledo, Zoo / By Anna Mae

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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DNR’s Outdoor Adventure Center in Detroit is Now Open

July 30, 2015 / animals, Detroit, Legacy, nature, Parks / By Anna Mae

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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University of Michigan Museum of Natural History – Old Location

May 18, 2015 / animals, elementary, family, Free, indoor, Legacy, museum, nature, Preschoolers, Reviews, teens, timeless, Toddlers, tweens / By Anna Mae

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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