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Detroit — Belle Isle officials say the 982-acre park is entering a new era, with a revamped website for the conservancy that handles much of the island's programming, plans to build trails at a former zoo site and work on possible plans for a public square in the heart of the island.
Belle Isle Zoo is set to be demolished. The area has been closed down since 2002. The 18-acre site will have nature trails with much of the big oaks and mature trees saved. DETROIT (FOX 2) - The sights and sounds of construction are filling the air on ...
Demolition is underway for the old abandoned Belle Isle Zoo. The old zoo structures are being taken down, and officials are also removing invasive plants. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) said ecologists are ensuring the protection of ...
Belle Isle Conservancy's new brand identity and website aim to streamline visits to the island and interaction with the nonprofit that supports the park.