Outdoor Discovery Center Macatawa Greenway news and events.
We are looking to hire three new staff this year. Two of the positions are summer/seasonal positions: Seasonal Naturalist and Seasonal Conservation Land Steward. We are also looking for a full-time naturalist to help our team facilitate programs to school and community groups. As we continue to grow, so does the demand for our services.…
Spaces are filling up fast for Summer Camps. Got to the Summer Camps page to learn what we have planned for this summer!
Nature Day at the GR Downtown Market Nature Day is Saturday, January 14, 2017. Come see us tomorrow at the Grand Rapids Downtown Market. Meet some of our animals and have fun tasting your way through the market. We will be at the market between 11 am and 2 pm. Hope to see you there!…
Registration opens January 9 Registration for the 2017-2018 school year at Little Hawks Discovery Preschool will be open at 9 am on Monday, January 9, 2017. All registrations will be taken on-line. Computers will be available for in-person registration with the assistance of staff on Monday the 9th at the Visitors Center. Sessions for…
We have a special day of professional development planned for our staff today. Therefore, the Visitors Center will close at 11 am for the remainder of the day. The building will be back open tomorrow, January 4 for our NEW REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS from 9 am to 4 pm.
Enjoy the trails!
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Groundbreaking of new classrooms led by the Little Hawks Discovery Preschool Students
Press Release LHDP Groundbreaking
In order to complete the new Birds of Prey Facility and start construction on the new Little Hawks Discovery Preschool, the current birds of prey facility is CLOSED starting TODAY, November 3, along with the center section of the Raptor Trail. Don’t worry, the new facility will be open soon! We will keep you posted…
Look for more programs throughout the holiday season from Thanksgiving until the New Year. There will be story times, crafts, and guided nature hikes. We will also have free weekly scavenger hunts for anyone stopping at the Visitor Center’s desk.
Stay tuned for more details!
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Monday-Saturday
Closed Sundays
Extended Hours:
Memorial Day thru Labor Day
Sundays 12:00-4:00 PM
Trails Open: Sunrise to Sunset
Pet PolicyMust be kept on a 6 foot leash at all times
Remain at least 50 feet away from animal enclosures