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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

    • 24 Oct 2024
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Register

    Member Mingle Thursday, Oct 24, 6-8 pm          All Ages

    (FREE for members & their guests)

    Drop in for special open hours and activities for current members of all levels, with light fall refreshments. Join us around the campfire for s’mores (or s’moreos), dig for fossils, and meet some of our animal ambassadors. Make a craft and play some dino games.

     


    • 25 Oct 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 333 North Hill Circle
    • 5
    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 Oct 2024
    • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 333 N Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307

    iPhone Photography with PCCA Saturday, Oct 26, 11 am-1pm.

    Register with Paint Creek Center for the Arts at https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/pcca/activity/search/detail/1350?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

     

     


    • 27 Oct 2024
    • 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 - Superheros Bats (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. 


    • 07 Nov 2024
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve
    • 30
    Register

    Conservation Campfires

    $6/4 per person $15/13 per family 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.

    November 7, 2024 6-8pm Bald Eagle

    • 08 Nov 2024
    • 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.

     


    • 09 Nov 2024
    • 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 - Talkin' Turkey (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. 


    • 10 Nov 2024
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • 12
    Register

    Art in Nature* Sunday, Nov 10, 4-6 pm                       All Ages ($6/$4 per person or $15/$12 per family)

    Enjoy finding artistic elements along our trail in a guided nature walk, then come back to the nature center to make artwork inspired by what you saw.

     


    • 15 Nov 2024
    • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Glow Dig Friday, Nov 15, 6-7 pm                      Ages 4-10 ($6/4, $15/$12 per family)

    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.

     


     


    • 21 Nov 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 333 North 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. ($6/4 per child per session) Suggested Ages 3-5  

     


    • 22 Nov 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 333 North Hill Circle
    • 0
    Join waitlist

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

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

     


    • 24 Nov 2024
    • 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 - Talkin' Turkey Leftovers (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. 


    • 29 Nov 2024
    • 2 sessions
    • 12
    Register

    Green Friday/Gifts from Nature* Friday, November 29, 11 am  OR 1 pm session      All Ages ($6/4 per crafter, $15/12 per family)

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

     

     



     


    • 13 Dec 2024
    • 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 Dec 2024
    • 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 - Christmas Bird Count (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 Dec 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • 333 North 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. ($6/4 per child per session) Suggested Ages 3-5  

     


    • 21 Dec 2024
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • 12
    Register

    Owl Hoot Saturday, Dec 21, 6-7:30 pm       All Ages ($6/$4 per person or $15/$12 per family)

    Join us for a fun night of discovering whooo you might hear in Michigan of our native owls. Explore the adaptations that make owls so fascinating, and then stroll along the trail keeping your ears open as we try to attract owl attention.

     



     


    • 22 Dec 2024
    • 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 - Winter Birds (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 Dec 2024
    • 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.

     


    • 31 Jan 2025
    • 23 May 2025
    • 14 sessions
    • 333 North Hill Circle, Rochester, MI 48307
    • 12
    Registration is closed

    Join us as we investigate the Earth from the inside out! Learn about how the earth moves, land masses form and change shape, the atmosphere around the earth, and different types of cool rocks & minerals! Students end the course with a case of identified specimens to take home.




    Each session may include outdoor activities, please dress appropriately for the weather.



    Please remember that we need your child's full name (middle too!) for registration to be completed.





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info@dinosaurhill.org

Office: (248) 656-0999

Address:
333 North Hill Circle
Rochester, MI 48307

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