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Wonder Walks to return this summer

5/5/2020

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Wonder Walks, one of the popular new programs VEJ launched in 2019, will return this summer (as soon as it is safe for groups of 12 - 24 to gather outdoors).

The program takes participants to some of southeast Michigan's natural wonders and blends the experience of going on a guided nature walk with the experience of a guided spiritual retreat. 

"Wonder Walks are a beautiful mix of the first two parts of our mission: Prayer and education," said VEJ executive director BT Irwin. "They get something for their bodies, hearts, and minds all at the same time. Plus, they explore a lot of new places and make a lot of new friends."

Irwin said VEJ is waiting for the State of Michigan to release new guidelines for groups of more than ten to gather in outdoor spaces. Once those guidelines are set and VEJ finalizes plans for the safety of its guests, Wonder Walks will start up quickly. 

"We expect to be hosting Wonder Walks this summer," said Irwin. "And I think people will be ready for them."

The 2020 Wonder Walks calendar that was not released (because of COVID-19), included the following locations:
  • Bennett Arboretum (Northville)
  • Carpenter Lake Nature Center (Southfield)
  • Detroit International Wildlife Refuge (Grosse Ile)
  • Detroit Riverfront (Detroit)
  • Eliza Howell Park (Detroit)
  • Lake Erie Metropark (Brownstown)
  • Palmer Park (Detroit)

"We'll likely visit most of the locations we planned to visit this year," said Irwin. "We have to work with our guides to make the new schedule. We're hoping to have that no later than the start of June." 

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