Events

Our Volunteer League (nicknamed "VoLes") is a service club for teens to experience what it takes to maintain a natural area and captive wildlife. This program is designed for 12 […]

Come wet a line during this catch-and-release free fishing day. All materials are provided including fishing poles, tackle, and bait. This is an open format program where participants can fish […]

Get ready for a wild adventure! Families are invited to join a naturalist at Farview Park for a fun-filled exploration of amphibians, insects, and all kinds of amazing aquatic life. […]

Participants will paddle from Pink Creek to Pine Creek Bay, exploring a scenic section of Lake Macatawa. Along the way, participants will learn about local river wildlife, ongoing efforts to […]

It’s time to round up the little ones and come out to the Outdoor Discovery Center for Explore a Story!We’ll be introducing kids to the outdoors through books and outdoor […]

Hey grown-ups - ever wanted to shoot an arrow at a dinosaur? Or a polar bear? Maybe even a giant mosquito? Now’s your chance! Join us at the ODC to […]

The Unplugged Book Club is a collaborative book discussion series between ODC Network and Herrick District Library. Throughout 2026, we invite you to read books related to disconnecting from unhealthy […]

We’re excited to announce that Evening at the ODC is returning to the Outdoor Discovery Center at a new time of year! This special evening celebrates the impact of ODC […]