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333 N. Hill Circle

Rochester Hills, MI

48307



Classes

You can easily sign up for all of our classes and programs online: PLEASE DO NOT USE A CELL PHONE TO REGISTER, THE SYSTEMS WORKS BEST WITH COMPUTERS OR TABLETS.


Find the class you'd like to sign up for and click registerFill out the required info, complete payment, and your spot is secure to partake in the fantastic learning opportunities that Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve has to offer.


Please note: If the register box isn't visible for a certain class or event registration may not be open to the public yet or the class may be full. Payments are required at the time of registration to secure your spot so please have your credit or debit card ready when registering for a class or event.  Payment is done through our payment processor, Paypal, but you DO NOT need to have a Paypal Account, when taken to the pay screen - simply choose to continue by paying by credit card option. 


Refund policy: full refund if class or field trip is canceled by DHNP. If registrant withdraws at least 7 days week in advance of program start date a refund minus $5 processing fee will be given, 14 days or more notice, full refund. No refunds will be made after the one week advance deadline.


Upcoming events

    • 23 Aug 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve
    • 10
    Register

    Evening Wildflower Hike Aug 23, 7-8 pm

    All Ages ($2 per person/$0 for DHNP members)

    Let’s see what wildflowers the deer have left us! An evening stroll on the hunt for jewelweed, goldenrod, and other summer wildflowers.

     


    • 06 Sep 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Bear Creek Nature Park, 740 W. Snell Road, Oakland Township, MI 48306

    Registration links are to Oakland Township’s own website (see below). Please contact them directly if you have any questions about registration  248-651-7810

    Registration link to Oakland Township’s website is: 

    https://oaklandtwpmi.gov/parks-recreation/program-registration/









    • 07 Sep 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • 12
    Register

    Grandparents’ Day Adventure Sept 7, 10 am

    Bring your Grands to the nature center for a fun nature craft, game, and new memories!


    • 12 Sep 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 333 North Hill Circle
    • 12
    Register

    10-11 am Every 2nd & 4th Friday of the month

    We combine a story with related Science, Technology, Engineering, Art &/or Math activities.

     


    • 12 Sep 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 6
    Register

    Bugs! Trivia Campfire

    $6 member team/$15 per non member Team    All ages.

    Enjoy cooking a hot dog and s’more over the open flame while answering trivia questions about Michigan’s wild plants and animals. Special prize awarded to winning team. S’mores & hot dog supplies will be provided, please advise if gluten-free or vegan products are necessary when registering.

    September 12 â€“ 6-8 pm Bugs!     



    • 13 Sep 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI

    Lost Lake Open House - Geology (All Ages)- Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp, MI   Noon-3pm

    Discover different land forms, hills, mountains, and moraines. Experience the landforms along the trail outside. Inside we will make a mountain out of a molehill in a landscape painting. 

    Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission.

    This FREE open house is offered by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission.  If you have any questions please call them directly at 248-651-7810


    • 18 Sep 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 333 North Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 12
    Register

    10-11 am Every 3rd Thursday of the month

    At this program, we’ll read a story, eat a snack, and make a craft that matches the theme. ($6/4 per child per session) Suggested Ages 3-5  

     


    • 20 Sep 2025
    • 10:00 AM
    • 7
    Register

    Finding Fungi September 20, 10 am

    All Ages ($6/4 per person or $15/$13 per family)

    Mushrooms are all around us, let’s see what spores can be found of fungus!



    • 26 Sep 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 333 North Hill Circle
    • 12
    Register

    10-11 am Every 2nd & 4th Friday of the month

    We combine a story with related Science, Technology, Engineering, Art &/or Math activities.

     


    • 26 Sep 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 6
    Register

    Garden Harvest Campfire

    $4 member individual

    $12 member family

    $6 non-member individual

    $15 per non member family    All ages.

    Join us for a tour of the Dinosaur Hill Children's Garden and fill a foil packet with vegetables and herbs we'll cook and enjoy at the campfire. 





    • 28 Sep 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI

    Lost Lake Open House - Minerals (All Ages)- Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp, MI   Noon-3pm

    We'll look at different types of minerals, go on a scavenger hunt outside for minerals with everyday uses, and use stencils to draw crystals on a tote bag to take home.  

    Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission.

    This FREE open house is offered by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission.  If you have any questions please call them directly at 248-651-7810


    • 10 Oct 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 333 North Hill Circle
    • 12
    Register

    10-11 am Every 2nd & 4th Friday of the month

    We combine a story with related Science, Technology, Engineering, Art &/or Math activities.

     


    • 10 Oct 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Lost Lake Nature Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Township, MI 48363

    Registration links are to Oakland Township’s own website (see below). Please contact them directly if you have any questions about registration  248-651-7810

    Registration link to Oakland Township’s website is:

    https://oaklandtwpmi.gov/parks-recreation/program-registration/









    • 11 Oct 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI

    Lost Lake Open House - Bone Up on Skeletons (All Ages)- Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp, MI   Noon-3pm

    We'll sort skulls from mammals, birds and reptiles. Make a guess of which skeleton is whose on scratch off skeleton cards and incorporate them into a bone collage.  Search the sledding hill for bones and discover whose bones they are! 

    Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission.

    This FREE open house is offered by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission.  If you have any questions please call them directly at 248-651-7810


    • 16 Oct 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 333 North Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 12
    Register

    10-11 am Every 3rd Thursday of the month

    At this program, we’ll read a story, eat a snack, and make a craft that matches the theme. ($6/4 per child per session) Suggested Ages 3-5  

     


    • 18 Oct 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Bear Creek Nature Park, 740 W. Snell Road, Oakland Township, MI 48306

    Registration links are to Oakland Township’s own website (see below). Please contact them directly if you have any questions about registration  248-651-7810

    Registration link to Oakland Township’s website is: 

    https://oaklandtwpmi.gov/parks-recreation/program-registration/









    • 24 Oct 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 333 North Hill Circle
    • 12
    Register

    10-11 am Every 2nd & 4th Friday of the month

    We combine a story with related Science, Technology, Engineering, Art &/or Math activities.

     


    • 25 Oct 2025
    • 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    • 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, Michigan 48307
    • 12
    Register

    Potions & Spells    October 25, 2025  6-8pm

    All Ages

    Individuals:  Members $4 per person   Non-Members $6 per person

    Family Pricing:  Members $12 per family    Non-Members $15 per family

    A look at what spooky potion ingredients really are- did you know many folks like Eye of Newt on hot dogs? Craft a potion sun catcher from Wing of Bat and other spooky (sounding) ingredients. 

    • 26 Oct 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI

    Lost Lake Open House - Bone Up on Skeletons (All Ages)- Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp, MI   Noon-3pm

    We'll view animal x-rays and real skeletons. Create a pasta skeleton. See if you can build a model skeleton after going on a scavenger hunt to search for the bones. 

    Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission.

    This FREE open house is offered by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission.  If you have any questions please call them directly at 248-651-7810


    • 08 Nov 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    • Lost Lake Nature Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Township, MI 48363

    Registration links are to Oakland Township’s own website (see below). Please contact them directly if you have any questions about registration  248-651-7810

    Registration link to Oakland Township’s website is:

    https://oaklandtwpmi.gov/parks-recreation/program-registration/









    • 08 Nov 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI

    Lost Lake Open House - Something Squirrelly (All Ages)- Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp, MI   Noon-3pm

    There are 9 species of squirrel found in Michigan. On November 8th, we'll focus on ground squirrels - including woodchucks & chipmunks. Make a groundhog puppet and look for chipmunk holes along the trail.  

    Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission.

    This FREE open house is offered by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission.  If you have any questions please call them directly at 248-651-7810


    • 14 Nov 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 333 North Hill Circle
    • 12
    Register

    10-11 am Every 2nd & 4th Friday of the month

    We combine a story with related Science, Technology, Engineering, Art &/or Math activities.

     


    • 14 Nov 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • 12
    Register

    Glow Dig Friday, November 14  6-7:30pm

    Ages 4-10 

    Members $4 per child

    Non-Members $6 per child

    A Glow-In-The-Dark craft followed by a search for glowing prizes in our dino dig - in the dark!  Also enjoy some glow-in-the-dark Jenga & cornhole!


     


    • 15 Nov 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    • Cranberry Lake Park, 388 West Predmore, Oakland Township, MI 48363

    Registration links are to Oakland Township’s own website (see below). Please contact them directly if you have any questions about registration  248-651-7810

    Registration link to Oakland Township’s website is:

    https://oaklandtwpmi.gov/parks-recreation/program-registration/








    • 15 Nov 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • 12
    Register

    Glow Dig Saturday, November 15  6-7:30pm

    Ages 4-10 

    Members $4 per child

    Non-Members $6 per child

    A Glow-In-The-Dark craft followed by a search for glowing prizes in our dino dig - in the dark!  Also enjoy some glow-in-the-dark Jenga & cornhole!



     


    • 20 Nov 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 333 North Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 12
    Register

    10-11 am Every 3rd Thursday of the month

    At this program, we’ll read a story, eat a snack, and make a craft that matches the theme. ($6/4 per child per session) Suggested Ages 3-5  

     


    • 23 Nov 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI

    Lost Lake Open House - Something Squirrelly (All Ages)- Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp, MI   Noon-3pm

    There are 9 species of squirrel found in Michigan. On November 23rd, practice your squirrel chatter, create a squirrel made of acorns, and see how many squirrels you can find in the park.  

    Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission.

    This FREE open house is offered by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission.  If you have any questions please call them directly at 248-651-7810


    • 28 Nov 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 333 North Hill Circle
    • 12
    Register

    10-11 am Every 2nd & 4th Friday of the month

    We combine a story with related Science, Technology, Engineering, Art &/or Math activities.

     


    • 28 Nov 2025
    • 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    • 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, Michigan 48307
    • 12
    Register

    Green Friday Crafts    November 28, 11am-12:30pm

    All Ages

    Individuals:  Members $4 per person   Non-Members $6 per person

    Family Pricing:  Members $12 per family    Non-Members $15 per family

    • 28 Nov 2025
    • 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    • 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, Michigan 48307
    • 12
    Register

    Green Friday Hike    November 28, 2-3:30pm

    All Ages

    Individuals:  Members $4 per person   Non-Members $6 per person

    Family Pricing:  Members $12 per family    Non-Members $15 per family

    • 05 Dec 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
    • Paint Creek Cider Mill, 4480 Orion Road, Oakland Township, MI 48306

    Registration links are to Oakland Township’s own website (see below). Please contact them directly if you have any questions about registration  248-651-7810

    Registration link to Oakland Township’s website is:

    https://oaklandtwpmi.gov/parks-recreation/program-registration/


    • 06 Dec 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI

    Lost Lake Open House - Deer Days(All Ages)- Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp, MI   Noon-3pm

    We'll assemble reindeer antler headbands, search for deer signs in the field, and feel the pelts of whitetail deer, elk and caribou.  

    Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission.

    This FREE open house is offered by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission.  If you have any questions please call them directly at 248-651-7810


    • 07 Dec 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    • 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, Michigan 48307
    • 12
    Register

    Spruced Up Centerpieces    December 7, 10-11:30am

    Suggested Ages 8+

    Individuals:  Members $4 per person   Non-Members $6 per person

    Family Pricing:  Members $12 per family    Non-Members $15 per family

    Discover the coniferous trees native to Michigan before using harvested portions of some of them to craft a holiday centerpiece. We'll taste pine tea and have a tree shaped cookie.

    • 12 Dec 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 333 North Hill Circle
    • 12
    Register

    10-11 am Every 2nd & 4th Friday of the month

    We combine a story with related Science, Technology, Engineering, Art &/or Math activities.

     


    • 18 Dec 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 333 North Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 12
    Register

    10-11 am Every 3rd Thursday of the month

    At this program, we’ll read a story, eat a snack, and make a craft that matches the theme. ($6/4 per child per session) Suggested Ages 3-5  

     


    • 26 Dec 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 333 North Hill Circle
    • 12
    Register

    10-11 am Every 2nd & 4th Friday of the month

    We combine a story with related Science, Technology, Engineering, Art &/or Math activities.

     


    • 28 Dec 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI

    Lost Lake Open House - Deer Days(All Ages)- Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp, MI   Noon-3pm

    Compare the tracks of elk, moose, whitetail deer and caribou and stamp them on a bandana to take home. See if you can follow the footsteps on a deer path around the park.   

    Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission.

    This FREE open house is offered by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission.  If you have any questions please call them directly at 248-651-7810





HOURS:    Tue/Wed/Thur:  Groups by Appointment

                    Fri:  1pm-5pm     Sat/Sun:  12pm-5pm

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Office: (248) 656-0999

Address:
333 North Hill Circle
Rochester, MI 48307

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