Students will explore the early signs of spring, including bird migrations and emerging wildflowers. They will learn about the parts of a tree and discover how trees produce sap. Participants may have the opportunity to tap a tree or help collect sap for the evaporator. The program concludes with a hands-on look at the evaporation […]
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What secrets does nature hold for helping kids unplug, play, and thrive?Don’t miss this free, one-of-a-kind speaker series presented by ODC Network! Join nationally recognized experts as they uncover the science behind our screen habits and share inspiring, practical ways to reconnect—with nature, each other, and your community. Join Scott Sampson, paleontologist, science communicator, and […] |
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Join us Wednesday, March 4, from 8:30am – 12:00pm for a dynamic, hands-on workshop with Adam Bienenstock and Scott Sampson, two leading voices in nature-based communities, learning, and play. Together, they will inspire participants to rethink how we connect children and families with the natural world in our developed spaces, drawing on research-backed insights, practical […] |
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This family-friendly event takes place at the City of Holland’s Van Raalte Farm where the sap will be flowing and the sugar house steaming! Join us as we tap trees, gather sap, and watch the evaporator boil the liquid down into real maple syrup. There will be lots of activities for the kids and we’ll […] |
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This family-friendly event takes place at the City of Holland’s Van Raalte Farm where the sap will be flowing and the sugar house steaming! Join us as we tap trees, gather sap, and watch the evaporator boil the liquid down into real maple syrup. There will be lots of activities for the kids and we’ll […] |
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What if letting kids take risks could actually make them safer and stronger?Don’t miss this free, one-of-a-kind speaker series presented by ODC Network! Join nationally recognized experts as they uncover the science behind our screen habits and share inspiring, practical ways to reconnect—with nature, each other, and your community.Join Lenore Skenazy, founder of the Free-Range […] |
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MaplePalooza is the celebration of the completion of our 20th season making syrup in the VanRaalte Farm Sugarbush! We invite adults to join us for a fun evening of live entertainment, great food, maple-inspired beverages, and some other sweet activities. We’re happy to welcome back the Tiki O’Riley Irish Band as the evening’s entertainment. The […] |
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