Midland: FREE – SPIDER SNIFFING @ Chippewa Nature Center
Join an Interpretive Naturalist to dive into the world of spiders. We will use flashlights held to the tips of our noses to “sniff” out our 8-legged friends. CNC has […]
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Midland: FREE – NATURE’S CAMO @ Chippewa Nature Center
Meet an Interpretive Naturalist to see how your eyes stack up to wildlife’s camouflage. We will learn what tools animals use to go undetected. This program involves a half mile […]
Midland: FREE – UNLOCK NATURE’S SECRETS BY DECODING BIRD LANGUAGE @ Chippewa Nature Center
Level up your naturalist skills and discover nature’s hidden treasures by understanding bird language. Participants will start with an indoor, cooperative game to learn key concepts and then practice their […]
Midland: FREE – MINGLING WITH THE MONARCHS: BUTTERFLY TAGGING @ Chippewa Nature Center
Come be a part of citizen science and learn about the amazing Monarch Butterfly, the only true migratory butterfly. With the cooperation of the monarchs and the weather, we will […]
Midland: FREE – BIRD HIKE (age 9+) @ Chippewa Nature Center
Migrating birds use CNC as a rest stop for their journey to wintering grounds. Join an Interpretive Naturalist to learn about fall migration and how to ID birds in their […]
Midland: FREE – WHAT’S IN A NAME? FLOWER FOLKLORE (age 15+) @ Chippewa Nature Center
People have used plants for food, medicine, and enjoyment throughout history. Join CNC staff for a casual trail walk to discover the uses, names and other folklore of a variety […]
Frankenmuth: FREE – Nurturing Nature *RSVP@ James E. Wickson District Library
RSVP by calling 989-653-8323 Learn more: NURTURING NATURE June 29 at 9:30 AM & 11 AM
Frankenmuth: FREE – Nurturing Nature *RSVP@ James E. Wickson District Library
RSVP by calling 989-653-8323 Learn more: NURTURING NATURE June 29 at 9:30 AM & 11 AM
Sanford: FREE – STORY HOUR @ Averill Preserve
Come spend an hour learning about nature through stories, crafts and exploration. Meet CNC Staff at Little Forks Conservancy’s Averill Preserve pavilion, 657 E Wackerly Rd, Sanford, MI 48657. Directions: […]
Midland: FREE – HANGING OUT WITH HUMMINGBIRDS (age 9+) @ Chippewa Nature Center
Many people enjoy watching Ruby Throated Hummingbirds at their feeders during the birds’ annual summer visit to Michigan. Have you wondered what their nest looks like, how many young they […]
Sanford: FREE – LIVE REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS @ Averill Preserve
Join an Interpretive Naturalist at Averill Preserve to learn about some of Michigan’s native reptiles and amphibians! From snakes to frogs, we’ll discuss how these special animals help keep our […]
Midland: FREE – LUNCH WITH A BOX TURTLE @ Chippewa Nature Center
Pack your lunch and head to the Lanigan Pavilion at the end of the Homestead Road to munch alongside CNC’s Eastern Box Turtle. We will talk about Box Turtle’s journey […]
Midland: FREE – SNAKE SEARCH (age 9+) @ Chippewa Nature Center
Meet an Interpretive Naturalist at the Wetlands Area parking lot to find wild snakes and learn about their important role in the ecosystem. We will visit different habitats to see […]
Midland: FREE – BUTTERFLY COUNT (age 9+) *RSVP @ Chippewa Nature Center
Come be a part of the 35th Annual Butterfly Count! New and experienced butterfly enthusiasts are invited to spend a few hours or the entire day searching CNC property during […]
Midland: FREE – TURTLE WATCH (age 9+) @ Chippewa Nature Center
Nesting season for turtles is in full swing! Join an Interpretive Naturalist to look for them and learn how CNC helps the eggs survive to hatching. Meet at the Visitor […]