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Leap into Conservation by Joining FrogWatch

Posted on January 29, 2015 by The Woodward Spine

ROYAL OAK, Mich. – The Detroit Zoological Society is encouraging Southeast Michigan residents to hop to it and join the local chapter of FrogWatch USA. The citizen science program teaches volunteers how to identify frogs and toads by their breeding … Continue reading →

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Shorpy Saturday – Stag Swim: 1903

Posted on September 6, 2014 by Jeffrey S. Buck

By Jeffrey Buck The summer is drawing to a close. Enjoy a timeless photo of youth enjoying the waters at Belle Isle. Take a look at the photograph entitled “Stag Swim: 1903“: Detroit circa 1903. “Swimming pool, Belle Isle Park, evidently.” … Continue reading →

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Things to do around town this weekend

Posted on August 29, 2014 by Jeffrey S. Buck

By Jeffrey Buck There are several things to do around town this Labor Day weekend and the Detroit Free Press has once again compiled a nice list of the top 10 events you can’t miss. Check out the list … Continue reading →

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Construction Begins on Wolf Sanctuary at Detroit Zoo

Posted on August 28, 2014 by The Woodward Spine

ROYAL OAK, Mich. – Construction has begun on the new Cotton Family wolf habitat at the Detroit Zoo. Located at the southwest corner of the park, the 2-acre sanctuary will feature grassy meadows, trees, a flowing stream and pond, … Continue reading →

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A Personality Study That is Turtly Amazing

Posted on August 26, 2014 by The Woodward Spine

ROYAL OAK, Mich. – Maybe they just need to come out of their shells a bit. Blanding’s turtles, native to the Midwest, can live to be 50-60 years old. Their hatchlings, however, are often preyed upon, primarily by raccoons. As … Continue reading →