Snakes Alive @ Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library
Ages 5-12 Snakes may be one of the most feared and misunderstood animals, but after attending this program presented by staff from Chippewa Nature Center, you’ll see how fascinating and beneficial these beautiful…
Read More ›Summer Wildflowers (ages 9+) @ Lane Preserve, Gladwin
Enjoy a leisurely walk on the 0.8 mile trail looking for wildflowers at the Little Forks Conservancy’s new Lane Preserve in Gladwin County. Passing by wetlands and pines, we climb a rolling…
Read More ›SUMMER EXPLORATION DAYS: PLANET EARTH @ Chippewa Nature Center, Midland
Themed experiments, games and crafts throughout the Visitor Center will highlight the unique characteristics of each ecosystem. Themes change bi-weekly, so be sure to stop back throughout the summer to explore them…
Read More ›Exploring Nature Together Camp @ Chippewa Nature Center
Date: Aug 19-23 9:30 am-3:30 pm Age: 8-12 Cost: $60 ($48 for CNC Members) Register: http://chippewanaturecenter.doubleknot.com/event/nature-day-camp-2019/2481369 This unique session of camp is designed to be an amazing and powerful experience for children on…
Read More ›STORY HOUR: BEARS BARGE IN @ Chippewa Nature Center, Midland
Come spend an hour learning about nature! The hour will include a story, crafts, time outdoors and other age-appropriate activities. FREE | Ages: 3-5 w/adult link: https://chippewanaturecenter.doubleknot.com/event/calendar/2941
Read More ›FULL MOON STROLL (ages 9+) @ Chippewa Nature Center, Midland
Under the light of the Green Corn Moon, join Interpretive Naturalist Jeanne Henderson as we look and listen for wildlife - deer, raccoons, opossums and maybe coyotes - that love to eat…
Read More ›VARROA MITE INSPECTION CLASS (ages 9+) @ Chippewa Nature Center, Midland
Varroa mites are here to stay and found in almost every honeybee hive. Learn the latest approach to counting and treating mites as promoted by Dr. Meghan Milbrath of MSU. This PowerPoint…
Read More ›Hop, Slither & Crawl Camp @ Chippewa Nature Center
Dates: August 12-14 9:30 am-3:30 pm Age: 6-7 Cost: $130 ($104 for CNC Members) Register: http://chippewanaturecenter.doubleknot.com/event/nature-day-camp-2019/2481369 Frogs, turtles and snakes! Learn all about hopping, slithering and crawling amphibians and reptiles during this mini-camp.…
Read More ›That’s Gross! @ Chippewa Nature Center
Dates: August 12-14 9:30 am-3:30 pm Age: 8-10 Cost: $130 ($104 for CNC Members) Register: http://chippewanaturecenter.doubleknot.com/event/nature-day-camp-2019/2481369 If things that slither, slime or sludge along are the things your camper loves best, then check…
Read More ›STEM into Nature @ Chippewa Nature Center
Dates: August 12-14 9:30 am-3:30 pm Age: 7-9 Cost: $130 ($104 for CNC Members) Register: http://chippewanaturecenter.doubleknot.com/event/nature-day-camp-2019/2481369 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) is a natural fit for the outdoors. Investigate bird flight by…
Read More ›Hurray for Herps! Camp @ Chippewa Nature Center
Dates: August 12-14 9:30 am-3:30 pm Age: 7-9 Cost: $130 ($104 for CNC Members) Register: http://chippewanaturecenter.doubleknot.com/event/nature-day-camp-2019/2481369 We’ll spend three days searching for snakes, frogs, toads, turtles and salamanders all over the Nature Center.…
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