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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:


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

    • 07 Oct 2023
    • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Cranberry Lake Park, 388 W. Predmore, Oakland Twp, MI 48363

    Down on the Farm is a FREE family event held at the historic Cranberry Lake Farm! 

    For details, visit https://cms4.revize.com/revize/oakland/boards_and_commissions/historic_district_commission/programs.php

    Down on the Farm  - Famlilies

    Cranberry Lake Park, 388 W. Predmore, Oakland Township, MI 



    • 07 Oct 2023
    • 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    • Bear Creek Nature Park, 740 W. Snell Road, Rochester, 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

    Adaptive Nature - Special Needs 14+

    Saturday October 7, 2023 1-2:30pm


    Registration link to Oakland Township’s website is:

    https://oaklandtownship.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1357

    • 11 Oct 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 20
    Register

    ($5/3 with a max fee per family of $15/12 per event)    All ages.

    The scariest fear conservationists have is extinction of a species. Listen to the harrowing tales that some plants & animals face.

    S’mores supplies will be provided.

    Turtles (Eastern Box Turtle & Blanding's Turtle) October 11

    • 14 Oct 2023
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI

    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

    Lost Lake Open House - Skulls (Families)- Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp, MI   Noon-3pm

    Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission these programs are offered at nearby township parks. 


    • 19 Oct 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 11
    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 per child non-member

    $4 per child member

    • 20 Oct 2023
    • 5:40 PM - 9:10 PM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve
    • 450
    Register

    Halloween Hoot - Friday, October 20, 2023 Tickets


    Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve is proud to host its 32nd annual Halloween Hoot, presented by Lake Michigan Credit Union.

    Tour our trails, decorated with exciting Halloween decor. See our spooky skeletons, ghosts and ghoulies, and more. Enjoy the warmth of a campfire and a seasonal nature program, as well! There’s something for everyone!

    Proceeds from this sale will go to benefitting the Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, providing nature education programs and green space stewardship in the Greater Rochester area.

    Tickets sell for specific times with groups leaving every ten minutes.  Times will sell out so don’t delay.   $10 per person (everyone age 3 years and up - including adults need a ticket).

    Important Details:

    Tickets are timed and only valid for the date and time slot you purchase. 


    Ticket times are listed under the Registration, groups leave every 10 minutes/maximum of 25 tickets per time slot.


    Once you choose your time slot, you MUST fill in how many "Additional Guests" are coming with you in the box provided in order to purchase the correct amount of tickets.


    If you are buying one individual ticket for yourself only, leave the "Additional Guests" box blank.


    Please arrive only 20 minutes before ticketed time to avoid excessive crowding at the venue.


    Please know this is a major fundraising event to raise critical funds to support the ongoing operation of Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve.  All tickets are non-refundable.

    • 21 Oct 2023
    • 5:40 PM - 9:10 PM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve
    • 465
    Register

    Halloween Hoot - Saturday, October 21, 2023 Tickets


    Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve is proud to host its 32nd annual Halloween Hoot, presented by Lake Michigan Credit Union.

    Tour our trails, decorated with exciting Halloween decor. See our spooky skeletons, ghosts and ghoulies, and more. Enjoy the warmth of a campfire and a seasonal nature program, as well! There’s something for everyone!

    Proceeds from this sale will go to benefitting the Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, providing nature education programs and green space stewardship in the Greater Rochester area.

    Tickets sell for specific times with groups leaving every ten minutes.  Times will sell out so don’t delay.   $10 per person (everyone age 3 years and up - including adults need a ticket).

    Important Details:

    Tickets are timed and only valid for the date and time slot you purchase. 


    Ticket times are listed under the Registration, groups leave every 10 minutes/maximum of 25 tickets per time slot.


    Once you choose your time slot, you MUST fill in how many "Additional Guests" are coming with you in the box provided in order to purchase the correct amount of tickets.


    If you are buying one individual ticket for yourself only, leave the "Additional Guests" box blank.


    Please arrive only 20 minutes before ticketed time to avoid excessive crowding at the venue.


    Please know this is a major fundraising event to raise critical funds to support the ongoing operation of Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve.  All tickets are non-refundable.

    • 22 Oct 2023
    • 5:40 PM - 9:10 PM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve
    • 528
    Register

    Halloween Hoot - Sunday, October 22, 2023 Tickets


    Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve is proud to host its 32nd annual Halloween Hoot, presented by Lake Michigan Credit Union.

    Tour our trails, decorated with exciting Halloween decor. See our spooky skeletons, ghosts and ghoulies, and more. Enjoy the warmth of a campfire and a seasonal nature program, as well! There’s something for everyone!

    Proceeds from this sale will go to benefitting the Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, providing nature education programs and green space stewardship in the Greater Rochester area.

    Tickets sell for specific times with groups leaving every ten minutes.  Times will sell out so don’t delay.   $10 per person (everyone age 3 years and up - including adults need a ticket).

    Important Details:

    Tickets are timed and only valid for the date and time slot you purchase. 


    Ticket times are listed under the Registration, groups leave every 10 minutes/maximum of 25 tickets per time slot.


    Once you choose your time slot, you MUST fill in how many "Additional Guests" are coming with you in the box provided in order to purchase the correct amount of tickets.


    If you are buying one individual ticket for yourself only, leave the "Additional Guests" box blank.


    Please arrive only 20 minutes before ticketed time to avoid excessive crowding at the venue.


    Please know this is a major fundraising event to raise critical funds to support the ongoing operation of Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve.  All tickets are non-refundable.

    • 24 Oct 2023
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI

    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

    Lost Lake Open House - Skeletons (Families)- Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp, MI   Noon-3pm

    Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission these programs are offered at nearby township parks. 


    • 27 Oct 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 11
    Register

    10-11 am Every 4th Friday of the month

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

     


    • 08 Nov 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 20
    Register

    ($5/3 with a max fee per family of $15/12 per event)    All ages.

    The scariest fear conservationists have is extinction of a species. Listen to the harrowing tales that some plants & animals face.

    S’mores supplies will be provided.

    Gray Wolves  November 8

    • 10 Nov 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI

    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

    Pining Over Yew (Adult)- Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp, MI   November 10, 6-7:30pm


    Registration link to Oakland Township’s website is:

    https://oaklandtownship.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1355




    • 11 Nov 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 12
    Register

    Glow Dig Sat. Nov 11 6:00-7:00 pm

    Ages 4-10 ($6/4)

    Create a glowing craft in the nature center before taking part in a special after-dark digging adventure. Our popular dinosaur dig will be filled with glow-in-the-dark prizes for participants to take home. 

    $6 per child non-member

    $4 per child member

    • 12 Nov 2023
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI

    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

    Lost Lake Open House - 1890's Immigrants (Families)- Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp, MI   Noon-3pm

    Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission these programs are offered at nearby township parks. 


    • 15 Nov 2023
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 12

    Member Mingle  Wednesday November 15   6:00-8:00 pm

    All ages (FREE for members & their guests)

    Drop in for special open hours and activities for current members of all levels.  Join us around the campfire for s'mores (or s'moreos), take a peek in the Pioneer cabin, dig for fossils, and meet some of our animal ambassadors.  Make a craft and plan some dino games. 

    • 16 Nov 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 11
    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 per child non-member

    $4 per child member

    • 18 Nov 2023
    • 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    • Cranberry Lake Park, 388 W. 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

    Adaptive Nature - Special Needs 14+

    Saturday November 18, 2023 1-2:30pm


    Registration link to Oakland Township’s website is:

    https://oaklandtownship.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1358

    • 24 Nov 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 11
    Register

    10-11 am Every 4th Friday of the month

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

     


    • 24 Nov 2023
    • 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 11
    Register

    Green Friday Friday, November 24  11am-12:30 pm

    All ages ($7/5)

    Create 5 different holiday ornaments out of reused & nature materials. 4 will be kits designed by Ms. Faith and 1 will be from your own imagination and our crafting material stock.

    $7 per person

    $5 per person

    • 24 Nov 2023
    • 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 12
    Register

    Green Friday Friday, November 24  2:00pm-3:30 pm

    All ages ($7/5)

    Create 5 different holiday ornaments out of reused & nature materials. 4 will be kits designed by Ms. Faith and 1 will be from your own imagination and our crafting material stock.

    $7 per person

    $5 per person

    • 27 Nov 2023
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI

    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

    Lost Lake Open House - 1890's Anishinaabe (Families)- Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp, MI   Noon-3pm

    Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission these programs are offered at nearby township parks. 


    • 02 Dec 2023
    • 1:00 PM - 2:30 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

    Adaptive Nature - Special Needs 14+

    Saturday December 2, 2023 1-2:30pm


    Registration link to Oakland Township’s website is:

    https://oaklandtownship.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1359

    • 09 Dec 2023
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI

    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

    Lost Lake Open House - Ice (Families)- Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp, MI   Noon-3pm

    Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission these programs are offered at nearby township parks. 


    • 17 Dec 2023
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI

    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

    Lost Lake Open House - Snow (Families)- Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp, MI   Noon-3pm

    Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission these programs are offered at nearby township parks. 


    • 21 Dec 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 11
    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 per child non-member

    $4 per child member

    • 22 Dec 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 11
    Register

    10-11 am Every 4th Friday of the month

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

     


    • 27 Dec 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve
    • 12
    Register

    Winter Day Camp - Ages 6-11

    A condensed version of our extended summer programs featuring games, crafts, and outdoor activities around the day's theme. 

    Wednesday, December 27th Space. Enter our portable planetarium to discover the sun, moon, stars and planets. 

    $50/40 per day, per child

    • 28 Dec 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve
    • 12
    Register

    Winter Day Camp - Ages 6-11

    A condensed version of our extended summer programs featuring games, crafts, and outdoor activities around the day's theme. 

    Thursday, December 28th - Winter Weather Fun.  Explore the science of snow, slush and ice.

    $50/40 per day, per child

    • 29 Dec 2023
    • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve
    • 12
    Register

    Winter Day Camp - Ages 6-11

    A condensed version of our extended summer programs featuring games, crafts, and outdoor activities around the day's theme. 

    Friday, December 29th - Rockin' Earth.  Geology from the ground up, learn about land forms and minerals.

    $50/40 per day, per child

    • 26 Jan 2024
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve
    Register

    Explore the lives of plants from tiny seeds to tall tall trees. We'll learn about plant parts, plant lifecycles, seed dispersion, pollination, gardening, and basic plant identification. Students will have the opportunity to take seeds/plants home and keep growing!

    Please remember to fill out child's full name- including middle name- for enrolled OVA students!






Email us for best service

info@dinosaurhill.org

Office: (248) 656-0999

Address:
333 North Hill Circle
Rochester, MI 48307

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