World Aquatic Animal Day Hike

World Aquatic Animal Day focuses on raising awareness about aquatic animals, their roles in our ecosystem and why we should protect them. Frogs, fish, fairy shrimp... do you have a favorite aquatic animal? Join us for a hike to see what we can find.   

Park in the main parking area and meet at the trail map west of the restroom. Cost is $4 per person, all ages welcome. This program does include a hike which will be up to one (1) mile. We will be walking on dirt/gravel, grass, and board walk. There will be a few hills. Registration ends April 2, 2026, at 8:00AM. Registration limited to 20 people.  

To register, please call the Wayne County Parks front desk to register (734-261-1990). Note you will need to pay over the phone by credit card or come into the Nankin Mills Interpretive Center (Westland) to pay by cash, credit card (Visa/Mastercard), or check. Hours are between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM Monday through Saturday, closed Noon-1:00 PM for lunch. For more info, please call 734-261-1990.  

 No refunds, if it is canceled by Wayne County Parks, we will add a credit to your account for a future program. Parents/chaperones must accompany children at all times during our programs.  

Photo Policy: The staff of Wayne County Parks often take photos of participants taking part in sponsored programs or enjoying the parks. Please be aware that these photos are for promotional purposes to be used on the Wayne County website, in Wayne County Parks brochure and flyers, on social media and in newspapers without compensation. Participants consent to being photographed for such purposes, unless Wayne County Parks staff is notified otherwise.