Video: Adorable Young Raccoons Enjoying North Oakland County Woods
This adorable group was undeterred by our presence, giving us a good couple minutes of foraging and frolicking to film. Enjoy!
Know of a Giant Tree? ReLeaf Michigan Hosting Michigan Big Tree Hunt Contest
Certificates and prizes are awarded for the largest tree submitted from each county, for the overall largest tree in different age groups, and for the largest White Pine (Michigan’s state tree).
Royal Oak Residents Can Participate in No Mow May
Royal Oak Residents Can Participate in No Mow May (City of Royal Oak, May 13, 2022) The Royal Oak City Commission voted on May 9, 2022 to support NO MOW MAY. The NO MOW MAY movement’s goal is to allow grass (and dandelions) to grow to help pollinators with habitats and increase the number of…
Hey Rudolph! Here are Our Top 7 Stories about Deer
Over the years, Oakland County Times has done some enDEERing stories about our woodland friends
No Longer An Endangered Species, Kirtland’s Warbler Population…
“Expansion of Kirtland’s warblers into new areas, and in greater numbers, is good news for the future of the species in Michigan,” said DNR Director Dan Eichinger.
Take Care of Your Yard with Fall Cleanup Tips from ReLeaf Michigan
Here at ReLeaf Michigan, we know autumn is a time for football, apple cider, and corn mazes; but it’s also a great time to assess your home landscaping needs and to prepare your yard for winter!
Sept. 9 – Ferndale Garden Club Best Zinnia Bloom Contest and Plant Swap
We will have a “Best Zinnia Bloom” contest, voted on by those in attendance.
Boaters Asked to Be Aware of European Frog-bit
Inspect boats, trailers, docks and gear and remove all mud, debris and plant material. Use a hose or power washer when available. Dispose of unwanted material in a trash can.
Rare White Monarch Graces Orion Oaks Park (video)
The wings are more opaque than other monarchs as well, due to lack of pigment, adding to the effect
White Raccoons Unmasked: Grand Blanc Man Befriends Rare Albino Family
He’s be-friended a family of raccoons with a genetic mutation that makes their fur white and their eyes pink.
Video: An Inside Look at a Prescribed Burn in Oakland County
With controlled burns the path is slow and steady. There are times when all they need to do is simply stand by observantly as the line of fire creeps along the ground, gracefully consuming…
Explore: Van Tassel Pedestrian Bridge and Paint Creek Trail
The Van Tassel Pedestrian Bridge is named for former Orion Township Supervisor JoAnn Van Tassel, whose leadership helped Orion to develop in a way that respected the natural beauty of the area.
“I’m Very Fawned of You” And Other Valentines from Michigan DNR
Cards include affectionate plays on words, like “I’m very fawned of you!” and “You make me a happy camper, Valentine!”
Explore: West Bloomfield Woods Nature Preserve
These challenges are worth it though as the trail leads over ravines and includes a couple scenic outlook points.
Explore: Lake Erie Metropark
The park is a tracking place for hawk migration, and a sculpture includes pictures of the various birds one might see and the time of year they pass through.
Calendar Showcases Southfield’s Beauty…
Taylor’s photos as well as scenes from other local photographers were included in the City of Southfield 2021 calendar.
“The Snowy Day” Turns Heritage Park into a Storybook Trail
The new Storybook Trail at Heritage Park combines the joy of a walk in the woods, with a story that families can read along the way.
Friend of Frogs, Savior of Salamanders: Detroit Zoo’s Amphibian Expert Ruth Marcec-Greaves
Dr. Ruth Marcec-Greaves is the director of the center. She’s dedicated her life to learning about the diverse mix of frogs, toads, salamanders, and newts that can be found around the globe. Learning about them – and protecting them.
Curious Mink Caught on Video Being Adorable at Lake St. Clair Metropark
They are very wary and cautious of people normally, and are voracious predators.
Sharing the Woods and a Sense of Wonder Thanks to Royal Oak Nature Society
Sharing the Woods and a Sense of Wonder Thanks to Royal Oak Nature Society (Don Drife, President Royal Oak Nature Society, April 13, 2019) Royal Oak, MI – It’s a sunny spring day and I’m sitting on a bench listening to trilling Redwing Blackbirds, feeling the sun on my face, and watching a pair of…