The Wonderful World of Decomposition

Celebrate the wonders of decomposition at Eliza Howell Park and how healthy forests keep going. We will look at the many stages of decay, from beetles to slime molds in the leaves, on and under logs, and even in the air! Birds help with decomposition too!

As this field trip coincides with Halloween, feel free to come dressed as your favorite fungi. 😊

The walk will be on footpaths through the woods for about 1 ½ miles.

We will meet a little more than halfway along the loop, near the kiosk.

Leaders: Kathy Garrett

Thanks to grant funding from Gilbert Family Foundation and National Fish and Wildlife Foundation we are able to provide this field trip at reduced cost.

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After registering, you will receive Detroit Bird Alliance's bi-monthly e-newsletter, Flyway Express.

Note- All Children under the age of 5 are free.

Image: Wolf's Milk Slime Mold (fungi have some of the BEST names!)