BRUKNER NATURE CENTER
Troy – 5995 Horseshoe Bend Rd. (Exit # 73 off of I-75, west on SR 55 3 miles, then
right on Horseshoe) 45373. Phone: (937) 698-6493. www.bruknernaturecenter.org.
Hours: Monday-Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm, Sunday 12:30-5:00pm. Admission:
Small admission charged on Sundays.
This 164 acre nature preserve’s attractions include 6 miles of hiking trails,
a wildlife rehabilitation center and the interpretive center. The 1804 Iddings
log house was built by the first settlers in Miami County. The Center’s animal
rehabilitation has over 65 permanent residents on display. The top floor
contains a glass-enclosed vista room for watching and listening to birds as
they feed. A ground-level viewing station for mammals also is available. They
are best known for their Night Hikes, Star Gazes, Wild Journeys and Seasonal
events.
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