Education Programs at Belle Isle
There is no admission charge to visit the Belle Isle Nature Zoo and programs are free unless otherwise noted!
Weekend Walk – Harvests
Join us for a guided walk and enjoy a closer look at this ‘time of plenty’ in the forest.
Saturday and Sunday, October 4 and 5, at noon.
Second Saturdays – Spiders
Come join the fun and enjoy free crafts, snacks and a family program. No registration necessary for groups of less than 10.
Saturday, October 11, 1-3 p.m.
Hike by Bike – Rivers
Bring your bike and enjoy the blue water view during this guided ride.
Saturday and Sunday, October 25 and 26, at noon.
 Second Saturdays – Settlers’ Harvest
Come join the fun and enjoy free crafts, snacks and a family program. No registration necessary for groups of less than 10.
Saturday, November 8, 1-3 p.m.
Isle Owl Prowl, for ages 10 and older
Don’t miss your chance for an evening with the owls! We'll learn about these amazing predators & maybe some will even join us.
Friday, November 14, at 7 p.m.
Weekend Walk – Beaches
Enjoy the beauty of a brisk day at the beach during this guided walk.
Saturday and Sunday, November 22 and 23, at noon.
Weekend Walk- Winter “Birrrds”
Enjoy a search for our cold-weather friends during this guided walk.
Saturday and Sunday, December 6 and 7, at noon.
Second Saturdays Family Day
Enjoy free crafts, snacks and a family program. This month’s topic is “Deer of Michigan” Pre-registration required for groups of 10 or more.
Saturday, December 13, 1-3 p.m.
Wildlife in Winter
What happens to wildlife in winter? Do they leave or just sleep all winter? Join an interpreter and discover how animals cope with winter.
Sunday, December 14, 2 p.m.
Santa’s Secrets, (Metroparks Best Bets. Santa visit)
Get your family in the holiday spirit by exploring a few of the season’s puzzling songs and stories. Plus, kids will get to visit Santa and help him feed his reindeer!
Saturday, December 20, 2 p.m.
Celebrating Winter’s Beginning
It’s the beginning of winter. Discover why the first day is called "The Day the Sun Stands Still".
Sunday, December 21, 2 p.m.
Weekend Walk- Squirrel Tales, noon
Be entertained by these furry acrobats during this guided walk.
Saturday and Sunday, January 3 and 4, at noon.
Second Saturdays Family Day, 1 - 3 pm
Enjoy free crafts, snacks and a family program. This month’s topic is “Wild Woodlands”. Pre-registration required for groups of 10 or more.
Saturday, January 10, 1-3 p.m.
Snowy Signs: The Search for Tracks, 2pm
Where have all the animals gone? Join us as we search for their signs and tracks.
Sunday, January 11, 2 p.m.
 Snow Celebration Weekend
Celebrate winter in Detroit on Belle Isle! Enjoy snow activities around the Nature Zoo including presentations, games, crafts, and snowshoeing lessons through the woods, weather permitting. Visit local vendors inside the building and enjoy hot cocoa and coffee.
Saturday and Sunday, January 24 and 25, noon - 4 p.m.
 Weekend Walk- Snowshoeing
Discover the fun of snowshoeing during this guided walk. No experience necessary. Weather permitting.
Saturday and Sunday, January 31 and February 1, at noon
 Second Saturdays Family Day
Enjoy free crafts, snacks and a family program. This month’s topic is “Freshwater Fish”. Pre-registration required for groups of 10 or more.
Saturday, February 7, 1-3 p.m.
Snow Fun and Games, for kids ages 6 and over
Tired of being stuck inside? Kids, come out for some snowy outdoor fun. Dress for snow play! Afterwards relax with some hot cocoa.
Sunday, February 15, 2 p.m.
Ice Age Animals
Have a look at what animals were real and what was just fiction. Then stay and watch the movie. Refreshments provided for pre-registered guests.
Saturday, February 21, 2 p.m.
SCOUT PROGRAMS
Earn merit badge requirements by visiting the Belle Isle Nature Zoo! Bring your troop, pack or den and choose one of our day time adventures. All badge requirements are fulfilled in these indoor/outdoor programs. The cost is $2 per scout.
Brownies - Plant Try It
Sunday, September 28, 1 p.m.
All badge requirements will be fulfilled in this indoor/outdoor program.
Webelos - Naturalist Pin
Sunday, October 12, 1 p.m.
All badge requirements will be fulfilled in this indoor/outdoor program.
Jr. Girl Scouts - Finding Your Way
Sunday, November 9, 1 p.m.
All badge requirements will be fulfilled in this indoor/outdoor program.
 Junior Girl Scouts - Frosty Fun
Sunday, February 8, 1 p.m.
Come and search for signs of wildlife, learn how to be safe during winter, and have fun playing in the snow. All badge requirements will be met during this indoor/outdoor program.
HOMESCHOOL PROGRAMS
Need some help putting fun into your science lessons? Then join us for these FREE Interpretive Homeschool Programs!
Survivor Part 3
Are you prepared for the worst case scenario? Could you Build a Shelter?
Thursday, October 9, 1 p.m.
Survivor Part 4
Are you prepared for the worst case scenario? Could you find your Way Home?
Thursday, October 23, 1 p.m.
Owl Prowl
Come out for this special evening program as we study and see these nocturnal predators.
Thursday, November 13, 7 p.m.
Lunar Lore
Another full moon is here. Find out how much influence that moon has on us.
Thursday, December 11, at 1 p.m. for homeschoolers, no fee!
Say What?
Explore the many ways animals get their point across.
Thursday, January 8, at 1 p.m. for homeschoolers, no fee!
Stone Soup
Have fun with a lesson on sharing and enjoy a hot lunch.
Thursday, January 22, at 1 p.m. for homeschoolers, no fee!
Snow Birds
Learn some bird identification skills before the migrants return.
Thursday, February 12, at 1 p.m. for homeschoolers, no fee!
Mud Dogs
Peer into the river for a lesson on one of Michigan’s strangest salamanders.
Thursday, February 26, at 1 p.m. for homeschoolers, no fee!
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