Events

The 2026 Macatawa Water Festival will be held at Holland’s Kollen Park. This free community event is designed to help people of all ages learn about our most precious natural resource, Lake Macatawa and its watershed. The festival benefits Project Clarity's work to improve water quality of the lake. Over 20 community partners and sponsors […]

July 18th VoLes volunteers will assist with the Macatawa Water Festival in Kollen Park. Times are TBD, and volunteer opportunities will occur in shifts with a variety of activities to choose from. Our Volunteer League (nicknamed "VoLes") is a service club for teens to experience what it takes to maintain a natural area and captive wildlife. […]

Get ready for an adventure! Join us for an action-packed program where you’ll sharpen your outdoor skills and become a true nature pro! Learn how to build your own shelter and start a fire with the help of a naturalist. Leave the pocket knives, weapons, and matches at home – we’ve got all the gear you’ll […]

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 adventures. We’ll read stories, take hikes, meet animals, and have lots of fun. Dress for the weather, this program is outdoors.For ages 1-7.Guardians stay with […]

Cast your line and reel in the excitement! Join us for the third annual ODC Fishing Derby at the Outdoor Discovery Center on Tuesday, July 21, where kids can participate in friendly competition fishing in one of ODC’s ponds. This is a buddy-style derby, so each team must be comprised of 1 adult and 1-2 […]

Join us for a morning birding hike at Ely Lake Park! Walk with one of our naturalists who will guide you through the trails. Our naturalist will help you learn identification techniques and more while identifying birds on the walk. All experience levels are welcome.Binoculars will be provided.It is suggested to download Merlin Bird ID […]

Stop by the Eldean Wildlife Exhibit during this open house–style program and watch a naturalist feed our resident mammals. You will learn about the habitats these animals call home, their unique adaptations, and what they love to eat. You can bring a snack for yourself too!All ages welcome.Guardians stay with the class.No registration necessary.Fee: FREE