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Bring the little ones out to West Side Park and enjoy a story and a stroll as we find out who’s awake for spring, who came back for warm weather, and how the animals that stayed all winter are getting ready for the new season. You will be able to meet some live animals too! […]
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Shores of Lake Erie Spring Birding Trip
Join us on a three-day, two-night camping trip focused on birding! Whether you're a seasoned birdwatcher or just starting out, this event is perfect for all skill levels. We will be traveling to the southern shores of Lake Erie, which is known as one of the top birdwatching locations in the country, and receives more […]
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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 […]
$10
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Help us pull invasive garlic mustard to clear room for native plants on the trails at DeGraaf Nature Center! Gloves, wheelbarrow, and trash bags will be provided. Show up anytime between 5-6:30 to help for 20 minutes or 2 hours on Wednesdays and Saturdays in May! For ages 10-99, minors must be accompanied by an […]
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Join us for an hour-long guided walk as we explore the fascinating world of fungi right here in Michigan. We’ll stroll through the area looking for mushrooms and other fungi while learning what fungi are, how they differ from plants and animals, and the important roles they play in our ecosystems. Along the way, we’ll […] |
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Shores of Lake Erie Spring Birding Trip
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Get the family together and explore the outdoors on a spring scavenger hunt! Join one of our naturalists and hike the trails of Ransom Street Park in search of bright colors, buzzing insects, birds, plants, and more. Along the way, discover how plants and animals are thriving in the warm weather. For ages 3 and up.

Guardians […] |
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Volunteer with the Allegan Conservation District for the opportunity to help remove garlic mustard, an invasive plant threatening our local ecosystems. During this program, you’ll learn to identify garlic mustard, understand why it is harmful to native plant communities, and discover how it spreads aggressively and alters soil conditions to outcompete native species. You’ll receive […] |
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Join us for a hands-on dip-netting program as we explore the hidden world of aquatic macroinvertebrates in a local creek. We’ll use nets to sample the water while learning what macroinvertebrates are, where they live, and why they are important indicators of water quality and ecosystem health. Along the way, we’ll practice basic observation skills […]
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Join ODC Network in partnership with Jessica Austin, founder of Cultivate the Community, in celebrating Black Birders Week with a birding hike. Black Birders Week strives to bring 'equitable access to nature'. Together we will learn to identify birds by sight and sound as we explore the trails, with tips from an ODC naturalist. All […] |
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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 […] |
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Help us pull invasive garlic mustard to clear room for native plants on the trails at DeGraaf Nature Center! Gloves, wheelbarrow, and trash bags will be provided. Show up anytime between 5-6:30 to help for 20 minutes or 2 hours on Wednesdays and Saturdays in May!For ages 10-99, minors must be accompanied by an adult.No […]
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Help clean up and celebrate the Kalamazoo River at Krazy for the Kazoo! We have 4 different ways to volunteer during the event. You can clean up the river by picking up trash along the shoreline, from a single kayak, or from a double kayak. We'll also be holding an invasive species pull nearby if […]
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Come enjoy an afternoon of creativity and cookies at the Outdoor Discovery Center! Cookies & Canvas is a fun, interactive workshop where individuals, couples, and families can spend quality time together while indulging in delicious cookies and exploring their artistic talents. With the guidance of our instructors, participants will be led step by step in […]
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Looking for a fun way to learn, enjoy nature, and spend time with your family? Join us for a family-friendly birding hike! Walk along the trails with one of our naturalists, who will guide you and your family in spotting and identifying birds. Learn helpful birding tips, identification techniques, and fun facts about our local […]
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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 to 18 year olds who will work with ODC Network staff on a variety of indoor and outdoor tasks at the ODC, DeGraaf Nature Center, […] |
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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 […]
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Stop by the De Witt Birds of Prey Center during this open house style program and watch a naturalist feed our resident raptors. You will learn about the habitats these birds live in, some of their amazing adaptations, and what they love to eat. You can bring a snack for yourself too!Plan on a 15 […] |
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