Blue Water Land Conservancy  The Blue Water region sits at the  108 McMorran Boulevard 

 Southeast Michigan Name & Contact Information Blue Water Land Conservancy 108 McMorran Boulevard Port Huron, MI 48060 Phone: (810)985‐8604 Detroit Audubon Society
1320 North Campbell Road Royal Oak, MI 48067 Phone: (313)545‐2929 Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve
333 North Hill Circle Rochester, MI 48307 Phone: (248)656‐0999 Drayton Plains Nature Center
2125 Denby Drive Waterford, MI 48329 Phone: (248)674‐2119 Environmental Interpretive Center
University of Michigan – Dearborn 4901 Evergreen Road Dearborn, MI 48128 Phone: (313)593‐5338 Grosse Ile Nature and Land Conservancy
P.O. Box 12 Grosse Ile, MI 48138 Phone: (734)676‐6657 Prominent Features The Blue Water region sits at the confluence of Lake Huron and the St. Clair River. While most of the original forests were logged in the 18th and 19th centuries, farming has allowed many native wood lots to be preserved, creating a unique landscape of scenic vistas and pastoral life.
‐Support activities to foster the preservation of birds and the natural resources they depend on ‐Field trips, campouts, and sanctuary visits ‐Sixteen acres of wood, meadow and stream ‐Programs for groups, children, adults and families taught by experienced, professional staff
‐Expansive trails and ponds ‐A nature center where kids and adults can learn about the natural world in a hands‐on environment ‐Classes for pre‐school through high school kids ‐Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) established an 82‐acre fish hatchery ‐Young naturalist program ‐Rose garden pond ‐School group programs, including seasonal nature walk, pond study, maple syruping, plant identification and ecoogy, birds and migration, nature by night, nature discovery for tots, and bee connected ‐Areas open to public ‐Shoreline rehabilitation project on Grosse Ile ‐Nature trails for hiking and cross‐country skiing Hawk Woods Nature Center
3799 Bald Mountain Road Auburn Hills, MI 48326 Phone: (248)370‐9353 Kensington Nature Center
2240 West Buno Road Milford, MI 48380 Phone: (248)685‐0603 Lewis E. Wint Nature Center at Independence Oaks County Park
9501 Sashabaw Road Pontiac, MI 48346 Phone: (248)625‐6473 Lloyd A. Stage Nature Center 6685 Collidge Highway Troy, MI 48098 Phone: (248)524‐3567524.3567 Lyon Oaks Nature Center Lyon Oaks County Park 52251 Pontiac Trail Wixom, MI 48393 Phone: (248)437‐7345 Macomb Land Conservancy
‐Educational programs available ‐Rebuilt almost 1,000 acres of Detroit River shore lines ‐Groomed nature trails, a marsh boardwalk, a heated restroom/shower facility open year‐round ‐Covered picnic shelter that can be reserved in season Two‐story Log Cabin Lodge with six overnight camping cabins ‐80 acres of beautiful woods, meadows and marsh ‐Live exhibits of local fish, snakes, turtles and other reptiles and amphibians ‐Family programs and walks on a variety of nature topics ‐Many craft programs and Scout badge programs are conducted ‐Farm Learning Center ‐Park naturalists conduct year round educational programs for individuals and groups ‐Starlab, Nature Discovery, and Badge Day ‐Cohn Amphitheater, fire circle, Rubach Sensory Garden with gazebo and water garden ‐Wildlife sanctuary ‐The Interpretive Center contains library, gift shop, classrooms, wildlife viewing area and exhibit hall ‐Backyard wildlife demonstration garden ‐Community service opportunities ‐Maple syrup tapping viewing ‐2.5 miles of hiking trails ‐Picnic shelter ‐Playground and recreation fields ‐Programs for the public, scouts, and school groups ‐Archery deer hunting in limited area from October 1 to December 31 ‐Geocaching sport allowed ‐Public education programs P.O. Box 332 Romeo, MI 48065 Phone: (810)784‐5848 North Oakland Headwaters Land Conservancy
P.O. Box 285 Clarkston, MI48347 Phone: (248)846‐6547 Oakland Land Conservancy
P.O. Box 80902 Rochester, MI 48308 Phone: (248)601‐4582 Oakwoods Nature Center
17845 Savage Road Belleville, MI 48111 Phone: (734)782‐3956 (800)477‐3182 Pine River Nature Center
2585 Castor Rd.
Goodells, MI 48027
Phone (810) 325-9106
Rouge River Bird Observatory
Environmental Interpretive Center University of Michigan – Dearborn 4901 Evergreen Road Dearborn, MI 48128 Phone: (313)593‐5338 Stony Creek Metropark
4300 Main Park Road Utica, MI 48317 Phone: (800)477‐7756 West Bloomfield Land Conservancy
‐Lily Pad Ride Through the Wetlands for children ‐Saving Wetlands And Trees (SWAT) ‐Field trips ‐Total of 1034 acres protected ‐Mission of conserving the woods, fields, streams and other natural resources in the headwaters area of the Clinton, Shiawassee, Huron, and Flint Rivers ‐18 conservation properties ‐Stewardship workdays ‐Volunteers talk to land owners, monitor preserves and easements, and contribute their professional expertise ‐The nature center features seasonal exhibits and live turtles and snakes ‐ Park interpreters host nature walks and interpretive programs, including programs aboard a 34‐foot Voyageur canoe The Pine River Nature Center is a great place to visit for all age groups. The Nature Center has over 2 miles clearly marked hiking trails for everyone to enjoy. The trails are open daily from dawn till dusk and are bound by the Pine River which adds to the scenic beauty. The nature center offers organized activities for scouts and school groups to come and enjoy nature. The center also has a unique Native American Village that is recreated for younger children to enjoy history. ‐Rouge River Bird Observatory ‐Community Organic Garden ‐Children’s Gardening Programs ‐K‐12 school group programs on pond study, maple syruping, insects, paw prints, plant identification and ecology ‐4,400 acres of recreational lands ‐Nature center, hike‐bike trail, beaches, boat launch facilities, disc golf course, and an 18‐hole golf course ‐6.2 mile hike‐bike trail ‐Bike and boat rentals available ‐Incorporated in 1980 to help preserve the 7299 Verona Drive West Bloomfield, MI 48322 Phone: (248)788‐3940 remaining natural and historic resources of the township, after 95% of West Bloomfield has already been developed ‐Educate residents about the significance of their resources to their quality of life