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 in their environment. FREE | All Ages, under 18 w/adult Learn more: NATURAL RESOURCE USE BY INDIGENOUS PEOPLE 10/15/2023 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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 their names! Free | All ages, under 18 w/adult Learn more: MUSHROOM MARCH 10/14/2023 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
This program is designed for parents to take a guided walk with their child, learn about the outdoors and learn ways to introduce children to the natural world around them. Meet at the Visitor Center. FREE | Ages: 6 mos-2 yrs w/adult Learn More: WEE STROLL 2nd Friday of the month April-Oct, 9:30-10:30 am
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 all ages will enjoy demonstrations, crafts, and activities that reflect 19th century farm life during harvest season. Admission is FREE for CNC Members & all […]
It’s time to play outdoors! Whether we’re making pies in the mud kitchen, building forts, constructing rivers, lounging in hammocks or creating nature art, this hour of play is sure to engage everyone! Come make some new friends as you enjoy an afternoon outdoors. Caregivers must remain with children during this program. This program will […]
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 a limited supply of flashlights to loan. Meet at the Lanigan Pavilion at the end of Homestead Road. FREE | Ages 5+, under 18 w/adult Learn […]
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 walk and games. Meet at the Visitor Center. FREE | Ages: 5+, under 18 w/adult Learn more: NATURE'S CAMO 9/23/2023 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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 new skills on a short hike. Going beyond identification, the group will observe how birds behave and reveal the secrets of other species. Meet at […]
September 16, 2023 10:00am-3:000pm Learn the basics of dying wool and other fibers such as alpaca or silk with Sue Erhardt, fiber arts enthusiast and Midland Fiber Arts Guild member. Focused on natural dyes, participants will learn how to forage for color with an eye on sustainability, plant their own garden, prepare a dye bath […]
September 10, 2023 1:00pm-2:30pm Come be a part of research at Chippewa Nature Center! We will be gathering, identifying and recording what insects we find to better understand what six-legged critters we have around us. Meet at the Lanigan Pavilion at the end of Homestead Road. FREE | All ages, under 18 w/adult Learn More: INSPECT […]
September 9, 2023 10:00am-2:00pm 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 net the butterflies, give them a checkup, apply a tiny tag and then send them on their 2,000-plus mile journey to […]
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 net the butterflies, give them a checkup, apply a tiny tag and then send them on their 2,000-plus mile journey to Mexico for their winter […]
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 nonbreeding plumage. Loaner binoculars are available. Meet at the Visitor Center. FREE | Ages: 9+, under 18 w/adult Learn more: BIRD HIKE 9/9/2023 8:00 AM - […]
This program is designed for parents to take a guided walk with their child, learn about the outdoors and learn ways to introduce children to the natural world around them. Meet at the Visitor Center. FREE | Ages: 6 mos-2 yrs w/adult Learn More: WEE STROLL 2nd Friday of the month April-Oct, 9:30-10:30 am
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 of plants. Meet at the Visitor Center FREE | Ages 15+, under 18 w/adult Learn more: WHAT'S IN A NAME? FLOWER FOLKLORE 9/7/2023 6:00 PM - […]
Step back in time at CNC's log cabin, timber frame barn and one-room school for a family-friendly afternoon at the Homestead Farm and Log Schoolhouse. Weekly themed activities will be available throughout the afternoon. You may get to try your hand at grinding corn, pumping water, writing on a slate board, working in the garden, […]
Step back in time at CNC's log cabin, timber frame barn and one-room school for a family-friendly afternoon at the Homestead Farm and Log Schoolhouse. Weekly themed activities will be available throughout the afternoon. You may get to try your hand at grinding corn, pumping water, writing on a slate board, working in the garden, […]
Step back in time at CNC's log cabin, timber frame barn and one-room school for a family-friendly afternoon at the Homestead Farm and Log Schoolhouse. Weekly themed activities will be available throughout the afternoon. You may get to try your hand at grinding corn, pumping water, writing on a slate board, working in the garden, […]
This program is designed for parents to take a guided walk with their child, learn about the outdoors and learn ways to introduce children to the natural world around them. Meet at the Visitor Center. FREE | Ages: 6 mos-2 yrs w/adult Learn More: WEE STROLL 2nd Friday of the month April-Oct, 9:30-10:30 am
Step back in time at CNC's log cabin, timber frame barn and one-room school for a family-friendly afternoon at the Homestead Farm and Log Schoolhouse. Weekly themed activities will be available throughout the afternoon. You may get to try your hand at grinding corn, pumping water, writing on a slate board, working in the garden, […]
Step back in time at CNC's log cabin, timber frame barn and one-room school for a family-friendly afternoon at the Homestead Farm and Log Schoolhouse. Weekly themed activities will be available throughout the afternoon. You may get to try your hand at grinding corn, pumping water, writing on a slate board, working in the garden, […]
Step back in time at CNC's log cabin, timber frame barn and one-room school for a family-friendly afternoon at the Homestead Farm and Log Schoolhouse. Weekly themed activities will be available throughout the afternoon. You may get to try your hand at grinding corn, pumping water, writing on a slate board, working in the garden, […]
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 raise or what flowers attract hummingbirds? Allen Chartier, Michigan’s hummingbird expert, will answer these questions and more during a 1-hour indoor "Hummingbirds of the Great […]
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 to Michigan and how his species’ special traits help them survive in the wild. Camp chairs are recommended as picnic table seating is limited. FREE […]
Step back in time at CNC's log cabin, timber frame barn and one-room school for a family-friendly afternoon at the Homestead Farm and Log Schoolhouse. Weekly themed activities will be available throughout the afternoon. You may get to try your hand at grinding corn, pumping water, writing on a slate board, working in the garden, […]
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