Upcoming Events

Trailblazers Hiking Series

Join Oakland County Parks staff for informative, scenic hikes during the TrailBlazers Hiking Series from 6-7 p.m. at Rose Oaks County Park Nature Area. This hiking series offers a chance to stretch your legs on a one-hour guided hike covering these topics.

• Aug. 12 - Native, Naturalized, Invasive. Learn the history of Michigan’s introduced plants - how did they get here? Who brought them? Why were they brought? Which ones are harmful to native species and which ones have become naturalized during their time here?
• Sept. 9 - Fly Away Home. Birds, butterflies and bats are set to make their way south. Find out why some species leave while others stay
• Oct. 7 - Fall Color Tour. Enjoy the fall splendor and discover the science behind why leaves change colors

The TrailBlazer Hiking Series is an affordable, enjoyable way to squeeze fitness into your busy schedule by being able to socialize, get in your steps and learn new facts about the natural world all in one exciting hour-long program. Hike with a friend or meet new people on the trails.

Hikers should dress for the weather and bring a water bottle and bug spray.

The series costs $10. Preregistration is required. Call 248-858-0916 or register online.

• Printable Trailblazers Hiking Series Information Card

Register for the Trailblazers Hiking Series

Archery Hunting

Archery hunting for white-tailed deer (with some limitations) is allowed in this park, hunting locations and rules are listed in the individual park archery maps. No parks allow firearm hunting.

Locations where archery hunting is also allowed:

• Addison Oaks-East Nature Park
• Highland Oaks Nature Park
• Independence Oaks-North Nature Park
• Lyon Oaks County Park
• Orion Oaks Nature Park

Tick Bite Prevention

• Learn How to Protect Yourself
• Children and Lyme Disease