Take a walk, meet some puppies, see some art — there are plenty of activities to do that are low cost but high in entertainment value around Detroit.

If you’re looking for great things to do this weekend with family, check out this month’s GOguide, which makes it even easier to find fun, family-friendly activities.

Challenge your family to see who can find the highest hopping frog with this unique nature walk! April 8: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Crosswinds Marsh Park 27600 Haggerty Rd. New Boston, MI 48164 734-654-1223 Join Crosswinds naturalists for a monthly two-mile hike (paths change monthly) Registration: Preregistration required Cost: $2 per participant. Learn more: parks. waynecounty.com

With Detroit’s weather finally warming up, grab your favorite pup and get outside. April 9: 10:30 a.m. Canine to Five Detroit invites you to grab your dog and join one the coolest walks around. Bring a leash and plenty of water for you and your pooch. Free parking at Rivard Plaza located at 1340 Atwater Street. This program runs monthly throughout the winter months. Cost: FREE Learn more: detroitriverfront.org/ thingstodo

Walk the city and learn about its history from these Detroit experts. April 9: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Detroit Experience Factory 123 Monroe St. Detroit, MI 48226 313-962-4590 Take a guided walking tour showcasing Detroit’s major developments, unique shops, one-of-a-kind restaurants and recently renovated residential options. You’ll also see some of Detroit’s great historical spots and world-renowned architecture. If weather permits, participants walk the entire tour. In cases of inclement weather, the People Mover will be used for transportation. Individuals are not required to preregister, but registration of large groups is appreciated. Cost: Free. Learn more: detroitexperiencefactory.org

If you’re looking for some exercise, ice skating will do the trick. Oak Park Arena (indoor rink) 13950 Oak Park Blvd. Oak Park, MI 48237 248-542-6557 Families love the Oak Park Ice Arena’s Friday’s open skate, which runs from 11 a.m. until noon. For hockey players there’s drop-in hockey available Fridays from noon to 1:30 p.m. The arena also has a dining room and concession area. Cost: $5 per person Skate rental: No rentals Learn more: oakparkarena.com

Get ready for summer with some swimming! Boll Family YMCA 1401 Broadway Detroit, MI 48226 313-309-9622 This is a great place for the entire family to swim in downtown Detroit. Hours: Open daily. Call or check the website for current schedule. Admission: Membership required (income-based scholarships are available) Learn more: ymcadetroit.org/boll/

There’s something for every member of the family at this spectacular wetland. Crosswinds Marsh Park 27600 Haggerty Rd. New Boston, MI 48164 734-654-1223 Visit one of the largest man-made marshes in Wayne County and take a 1 1/2-mile hike across its boardwalks or walk the eight short trails. Enjoy the park’s wetlands, beautiful meadows and upland forests that attract more than 240 species of birds and 40 species of mammals, plus reptiles, amphibians and fish. Cost: Free, Learn more:

Creativity is unleashed at this impressive collection. Arts & Scraps: Check out this Earth Month event led by entrepreneur, artist and Arts & Scraps Alumni, DaTrice Clark! Upon entering, attendees will receive a shopping bag to indulge in the full Arts & Scraps experience. Kids will explore the store and fill their bags with donated goods such as scrap fabric, holiday ornaments, and puzzle pieces to name a few of the things they will find. After filling the shopping bag with recycled materials, gather in the classroom to create art in honor of Earth Day. The $15 ticket includes admission for one child (must be accompanied by a chaperone). https://www.artsandscraps.org/

Imagine your kids’ eyes when they see the huge sugar sculpture that is the highlight of this new Detroit Institute of Arts exhibit. Check out the tasty Edible Monument: The Art of Food for Festivals at the Detroit Institute of Arts. Free for Macomb, Wayne and Oakland county residents; others: $6-$12.50/ages 6-plus. https://www.dia.org/

Babies, Babies Everywhere at Wolcott Mill Metropark in Ray Township. Take a spring break trip to the farm for a leisurely tour to see baby animals. Farm helpers will be available in the barns to answer questions and sit on straw bales with the animals for photos with children. Wagon rides are also available. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-3 p.m. daily; $3/person; wagon rides additional: $5/adult and $3/child; $10/park vehicle entry

If you love those furry home companions, then you’ll enjoy this feline extravaganza. Cat Fanciers Show at the Melvindale Civic Arena. The show is $6 for adults, $4 for kids and free for children under age 6. The Melvindale Civic Arena is at 4300 S. Dearborn Street in Melvindale. https://www.melvindale.org/city-services/community-event-center

Editor’s Note: To see more local activity listings see TheHUB’s GOguide monthly activity calendar, sponsored by the Michigan Fitness Foundation.

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