Nature Centers

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CHOOSE FROM TWO NATURE CENTERS

LEWIS E. WINT NATURE CENTER
at Independence Oaks County Park

9501 Sashabaw Road (2 1/2 miles north of I-75 -- Exit 89)
248.625.6473

Hours:
Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sundays, Noon - 5 p.m.
(closed Christmas Day)

• Nature center with exhibits and year-round educational programs conducted by park naturalists
• Community outreach and specialized nature programs include Starlab, Nature Discovery,  and Scout Badge Days. 
• Field Trips can be scheduled for groups of 10 or more
• "Wild" Birthday Parties for ages 4 - 12
• Cohn Amphitheater with shelter and fire circle accommodates 150-200 guests for weddings
• Rubach Sensory Garden with gazebo and water garden, located near Nature Center
• Volunteer opportunities

Field trips are scheduled Tuesday-Friday based on staff availability.

• Nature center with exhibits and year-round educational programs conducted by park naturalists.
• Field Trips can be scheduled for groups.
• Specialized nature programs include Starlab, Nature Discovery, Scout Badge Days, Wood Duck Journal and Longhouse building.
• Butterfly Garden.
• Volunteer opportunities