The Wonderful World of Decomposition

Sat Nov 01 2025 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm UTC-04:00

Eliza Howell Park | Detroit

Detroit Audubon
Publisher/HostDetroit Audubon
The Wonderful World of Decomposition
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Celebrate the wonders of decomposition at Eliza Howell Park!
About this Event

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 the Day of the Dead, 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: Mara Crawford and Kathy Garrett


To become a member of Detroit Bird Alliance for $30 and pay the discounted price, add a $30 donation when checking out or click .

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!)

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Eliza Howell Park, 23751 Fenkell Avenue, Detroit, United States

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USD 0.00 to USD 8.24

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