ODC Visitor Center Closed
The Spoelhof Family Visitor Center will be closed March 24 & 25 for updates.
The Spoelhof Family Visitor Center will be closed March 24 & 25 for updates.
In this program, participants will use field journals to observe and record phenology, or seasonal changes in the natural world. They will learn how to note visible changes in the landscape, such as plant growth, flowering times, and bird movement. The program focuses on careful observation and documentation, helping participants build skills in recording environmental […]
The Spoelhof Family Visitor Center will be closed March 24 & 25 for updates.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Have you ever wondered what an owl eats? Find out first hand as you become a real forensic scientist and extract bones from an owl pellet to discover the prey consumed. Examine all sorts of bones up close and try to reassemble a skeleton!Suggested for ages 8 to 16.Guardians stay with the class.Registration required.Fee: FREE […]
This camp is for kids crazy about wildlife. They will study a variety of animals and plants native to Michigan and the habitats where they live at the Outdoor Discovery Center. We will discover animals both caught in the wild and from the Center's ambassador animal program.Please bring a water bottle and a light snack.For […]