See Rochester Hills in Full Bloom on Discovery Hike

ROCHESTER HILLS, MI – Rochester Hills residents will have an opportunity to see the community in full bloom glory in a series of hikes scheduled from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, April 30, as part of the Sixth Annual Discovery Hike.

The free one-hour guided hikes showcasing city-owned property along the Clinton River between Crooks and Adams Roads are sponsored by the Rochester Hills Green Space Advisory Board.

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Information about plants, animals, ecology, and the history of the city-owned open spaces will be shared at various stations along the route staffed by board members. Among the stops on the hike will be the city's newest green space property across the river from Riverbend Park.

The featured land is protected and made more accessible to pedestrians with money generated by the Green Space millage.

Hike leaders will also share the history of the land and how these properties influence the health of the Clinton River. Niswander Environmental will be on hand to provide a live stewardship demonstration.

Those interested in attending can begin the hike at the parking lot of Riverbend Park, 2800 W. Hamlin Road.

As an added bonus, participants can test their keen observation skills by competing in the “I Spy” Nature Challenge. Maps and fun giveaways will be handed out during the event.

Questions should be directed to the Parks & Forestry Department at (248) 656-4673 or via email to parks@rochesterhills.org.

Image credit: Clinton River Trail via City of Rochester Hills Facebook page