Start preparing for the holidays by creating your own pine cone wreath using cones from pines, spruces, firs, seed pods and nuts. Jeanne Henderson will provide information about the materials, […]
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, so we’ll be talking everything turkey! Join CNC staff to look for wild turkeys, make turkey sounds and learn about these unique birds. Meet […]
When the flowers fade and the leaves fall, it’s time to take care of the bee hotels! Join an Interpretive Naturalist to learn first hand how to clean different styles […]
Beginners and experts alike are invited to stop by the Visitor Center anytime between 12:30-4:30 pm to begin your adventure in search of geocaches! Geocaches are small containers hidden in […]
Enjoy a casual afternoon hike exploring the gardens and trails at CNC to observe the unique structures and seeds that native plants offer to a fall landscape. Meet at the […]
Join us on a quiet stroll to look for the nocturnal animals that call CNC’s property home. From flying animals to ones that swim, we will be in search of […]
The 29th annual Mid-Michigan Rock Show returns to Chippewa Nature Center Sat, Nov 4 and Sun, Nov 5 from 10 am-5 pm each day! Admission is free. The show will […]
The 29th annual Mid-Michigan Rock Show returns to Chippewa Nature Center Sat, Nov 4 and Sun, Nov 5 from 10 am-5 pm each day! Admission is free. The show will […]
Snakes may be one of the most feared and misunderstood animals, but after attending this program you’ll learn how fascinating and beneficial these beautiful reptiles can be. Join CNC Interpretive […]
Register: FAMILY LITERACY NIGHT October 19 from 6 – 8 PM
Enjoy a casual evening hike exploring the gardens and trails at CNC to observe the unique structures and seeds that native plants offer to a fall landscape. Meet at the […]
Seemingly spooky sounds can be heard while spending time in nature. Join an Interpretive Naturalist for a twilight hike to listen to animal sounds and learn what they mean. Bring […]
Ojibwas lived seasonally near the Pine River for hundreds of years. Join CNC’s Historical Interpreter to explore how Indigenous People of the area used local plants and animals to thrive […]
Discover the fantastic fungi at CNC! We’ll have an introduction on how to identify mushroom and fungal species (not for consumption), and learn how some of these spooky species got […]
Join CNC on October 7, from 10 am-4 pm for Fall Harvest Festival as we celebrate the hard work of the summer growing season and the coming harvest. Visitors of […]