ANNUAL TEAM SCAVENGER HUNT SEPT 7
1:30pm Guided Nature & Forage Walk
2:30pm Team Scavenger Hunt (with Prizes)
Prizes for top 3 teams! Over $100 of swag in #1 team bag!
$20-$35 Sliding Scale for both events or $15 for students
all-ages and family-friendly.
Location TBA
OCT 5 GUIDED TREE ID WALK
2:30pm Guided Tree ID Walk with Expert Guide Ed Trager
Bird Hills Nature Area 1850 Newport Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Learn about the species of trees in your ecosystem, including some rare species specific to Bird Hills!
$10/person or $5 for students
NOV 2
2:30pm Topic TBA
DEC 7 GUIDED TREE ID WALK (No leaves this time!)
2:30pm Guided Tree ID Walk with Expert Guide Ed Trager
2026: FEB 1, MARCH 1, APRIL 5
GUIDED TREE ID WALK (No leaves this time!)
MAY 3, 2026
Topic TBA
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Past Events
SUNDAY MAY 4
Location: TOM FREEMAN PERSERVE
4350 Old, Ford Rd, Ann Arbor, MI
Guides: Matt DeSantis & Charlie
Topic: Insects and Plants
SUNDAY JUNE 1
Location: Barton Nature Area
1010 W Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Guides: Samuel Heilman, Charlie Fuller
Topic: Birding by Ear
SUNDAY JULY 6
Location: Rhizome Roots Studio 108 Pearl Ypsilanti MI
Guides: Charlie
Topic: Ecosystem Foodwebs & Nature Games(Kid/Family-friendly)
FRIDAY JULY 11 (Special Event)
SUNSET BIRDING WALK & BONFIRE AT CHARLIES
Location: Hewen's Creek
Hewen's Creek South Trailhead Parking, Bemis Rd, Ypsilanti Township, MI 48197
Guides: Charlie & Samuel
Topic: Birding by Ear
SUNDAY AUGUST 3
Location: Cherry Hill 6375 Cherry Hill Rd, Ypsilanti, Mi 48198
Guides: Charlie
Topic: Wildflowers & Insect Walk
Explores the fundamentals of identifying and harvesting wild flora and fungi, and the abundance of natural Michigan ecosystems.
Begin to unearth the ancient patterns of plants and mushrooms thriving in nearby forests and fields.
Educational and hands-on learning will introduce key characteristics of flora & fungi and sustainable foraging practices.
$10/person which helps cover cost for materials, curriculum planning, and instruction time. If cost is a concern please DM us- we offer volunteer opportunities and strive to offer quality wellness classes for everyone.
No prior experience or special equipment necessary; just bring yourself and a sturdy pair of shoes. Discover the beauty of the natural world, and the delicious or practical uses of botanicals and edible plants & mushrooms.
Want to become a Guide or interested in scheduling private small group hike? Email us at
cmhpem9tZXJvb3Rzc3R1ZGlvIHwgZ21haWwgISBjb20= or DM on FB
You may also like the following events from Rhizome Roots Studio:
- Next Thursday, 14th August, 07:30 pm, Brazilian Zouk Dance (Beginner & Intermediate) Worskhop in Ypsilanti
- Next Saturday, 16th August, 08:30 pm, Latin Dance: Bachata, Salsa, Brazil. Zouk & Latin Rhythms Social in Ypsilanti
- Next Sunday, 17th August, 02:30 pm, Queer Dance & Fitness Workshop at Rhizome Roots in Ypsilanti
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