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• Schedule of Nature Programs in Michigan State Parks & Visitor Centers
kids learning about sand dune ecosystemsThe Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) offers nature programs and special events for families and school groups at 10 visitor centers state wide. Interpretive naturalists and educators cover topics from the wonder of wetlands to sand dune ecology, why we need trees and more! In addition to these interpretive programs, we offer seasonal nature programming in 40 other state park and recreation areas. Find the facility nearest to you and you'll find out what's going on in nature this week!

• State Park Explorer Program
Come explore the natural treasures of Michigan's state parks with a state park explorer guide leading the way. These fun, entertaining and informative programs are offered each summer at 40 of Michigan's 97 state parks.


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• Recreation Opportunities
Whether it's hiking, biking, fishing or boating, Michigan has lots to offer those who prefer to recreate out-of-doors. These state land facilities are the perfect place to explore nature on your own. So Grab a field guide and get out there!

• EVERYBODY, Go, Get Outdoors!
Here you'll find a calendar of events for our state paprk and recreation areas.

• Michigan Watchable Wildlife Viewing Guide Online!
This binocular logo is the national symbol for wildlife viewing sites. All of the sites included in this Web guide display this sign. Watch for this logo on highway signs as you travel outside Michigan, because there is a national network of wildlife viewing sites springing up across the country. The online version of the popular Michigan Wildlife Viewing Guide, features 121 of the best places in Michigan to view wildlife.


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• Fishing in the Parks


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