John R Miller Park in Southfield Visitor’s Guide and Photos
John R. Miller Park is an adorable park in Southfield, Michigan with a playscape perfect for smaller children, a tennis court, basketball, and baseball field.
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Firefighters Park in Troy #OaklandCounty Visitor’s Guide and Photos
Firefighters Park is a 96-acre park in Troy, Michigan. Located at 1800 W. Square Lake, it is on the North Side of Square Lake Road between Crooks and Coolidge. This is one of five community parks in Troy which also includes Boulan Park, Flynn Park, Jaycee Park, and Raintree Park. Firefighters Park hosts a mix of open space as well…
Bedford Woods Park in Southfield Visitor’s Guide and Photos
Bedford Woods Park is a great community park that has a lot to offer including a soccer field, picnic tables, jogging/fitness trails, as well as 2 baseball fields. The playscape has areas for both younger and older visitors. Bedford Woods Park Playground Tire swings, bridges, toddler swings, together with slides are just a few of the features on the stationary play…
Airborne Taylor – Metro Detroit Indoor Trampoline Park
My family received free admission to Sky Zone in Taylor (now Airborne) in exchange for this promotional post. All opinions are my own. Your experience may vary. Originally Published on: Oct 6, 2014 @ 11:22, Updated April, 2019. After you arrive you will need to fill out a waiver if you don’t already have on on file. You can…
Sledding Hill at Booth Park in Birmingham – Perfect for Younger Children
The sledding hill at Booth Park in Downtown Birmingham offers a smaller hill that is perfect for younger children. A quick fun ride for park-goers.
Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve in Southfield Visitor’s Guide and Photos
Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve is a peaceful and serene place with a nature trail and deck overlooking a lake where you can fish or relax.
Bauervic Woods Park in Southfield Visitor’s Guide and Photos
Bauervic Woods Park in Southfield, Michigan offers a play structure for older children in addition to a toddler structure, picnic areas, and hiking trails.
Belle Isle ADA Playground on Oakway Run
The Belle Isle ADA Playground on Oakway Run is a great place for the kids to burn off their energy. Ziplines, slides, a merry-go-round, and lots of climbing structures are the main highlights.
Beach and Playground Fun at Walter and Mary Burke Park
Walter and Mary Burke Park in New Baltimore features a beach, swimming area, fishing docks, bocce ball courts as well as restrooms and two pavilions.
Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center in Shelby Township
Visitor’s Guide, image gallery, and info for Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center in Shelby Township. Live animals, static and seasonal displays.
November Events at Oakland County Parks and Recreation
November is a good time to slow down, relax, and enjoy autumn’s cooler, comfortable temperatures. Explore the nearly 80 miles of trails at the 13 Oakland County Parks, try platform tennis, or check out the fall harvest at the Oakland County Farmers Market.
Little BIG World – New Indoor Play Space in Ferndale – CLOSED
This location is permanently closed. Little BIG World is a new indoor play space in Ferndale. They invited us to come out and visit them (free of charge) on Friday so we could share this info about their new space. The facility is located on the East side Livernois, just north of 8 Mile, with street parking available on Livernois.…
Castaway Bay – in Sandusky Ohio Waterpark FUN 2018
Visitor’s guide, photos, and information for Castaway Bay in Sandusky. We enjoyed an overnight stay, the water park and dinner in exchange for this promotional post. All opinions are my own. Your experience may differ. I have to admit, I LOVE a mini-vacation with my family. Since we all enjoy water activities, Castaway Bay is a great option for a…
Paint Creek Cider Mill
Paint Creek Cider Mill is located at 480 Orion Road in Oakland Township, Michigan. They are currently open 9am – 8pm during the fall hours. They are open all year with hours of 11am – 7pm and closed on Mondays for the winter months. Summer hours will be 11am to 9pm, 7 days a week. This beautiful former mill is home to the…
Lafayette Greens Urban Garden – The Greening of Detroit
A few weeks ago my cousin and her family came to Michigan. We spent a few days exploring Detroit. We at lunch at one of the famous Coney Island restaurants. Then we happened upon the Lafayette Greens Urban Garden. The urban garden and green space is located at 132 West Lafayette. It is situated right off Michigan, Shelby, and Lafayette,…