THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED Come wet a line in an ODC pond during this catch-and-release ice fishing day. All materials are provided including fishing poles, tackle, and bait. This is an open format program where visitors can fish as long as they would like. Dress to be outside for at least one hour. Participants […]
We invite you to join us for a workshop where you will learn how to have beautiful landscaping while reducing outdoor water use!This workshop is free to attend, but we ask that you register to reserve a seat.Where: Fennville District LibraryWhen: February 24 at 6:30 PMAge Range: 15-99 (any minors bust be accompanied by an […]
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll have the chance to create beautiful fur earrings. You’ll learn how to make your own pair of earrings using real fur - both natural and dyed - drawing inspiration from traditional and modern techniques. We’ll walk you through some basic jewelry-making techniques, so no experience is needed. […]
Knee-high Naturalists introduces the wonders of the natural world to young children. Crafts, activities, books, snacks, live animals, and outside exploration will be incorporated into their nature-based learning experience.Parents can drop off their 4-6 year old or stay with the class. Parents or guardians are asked to attend with their 3 year old to help […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Knee-high Naturalists introduces the wonders of the natural world to young children. Crafts, activities, books, snacks, live animals, and outside exploration will be incorporated into their nature-based learning experience. Parents can drop off their 4-6 year old or stay with the class. Parents or guardians are asked to attend with their 3 year old to […]
