Natural resources management at Oakland County Parks focuses on an ecosystem approach to ensuring the health and function of park natural communities. Removal of invasive species, application of prescribed burns,  reintroduction of native plants and control of deer densities are among the comprehensive suite of land management tools applied to achieve this goal.

Explore the links at left to find out more about how Oakland County Parks and Recreation is stewarding the natural world and preserving park land for future generations. Become involved in stewardship efforts by volunteering your time!