News From ODC Network
A Community Effort: Gentex Discovery Preschool Named a 2026 Child Care Champion
Nine organizations were honored by the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP).
4 Easy Ways You Can Protect Water Quality in Lake Macatawa
What you do on your property has an important impact downstream.
Accessible Adventure: A Nature Program Built for Every Explorer
We believe in building nature programming for every age, ability, and comfort level.
A Fallen Tree from ODC Gets a New Life at ArtPrize
Most of the trees that succumb to an invasive species end up as stumps. This one is in an international art festival.
This Annual, Non-Native Flower Kicks Off Our Restoration Process. Here’s Why.
Cosmos play a specific role in how we approach a full-scale prairie restoration.
How We’re Tracking Lake Macatawa’s Water Quality in Real Time
Introducing ODC Network’s water quality monitoring buoy.
How We’re Restoring Lake Macatawa—and Protecting Its Future
ODC Network leads the effort to protect the Macatawa Watershed.
Plan Your Visit to the Cultural History Center
Whether it’s your first visit or your tenth, there’s always something new to discover.
How ODC Network’s Cultural History Center Brings State Education Standards to Life
At ODC Network, helping people connect with the stories of our region through the outdoors is at the heart of what we do.
Gwénbeshké: Celebrating Indigenous Culture, History, and Community with ODC Network
The Gwénbeshké Celebration returns on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at ODC’s Cultural History Center.
How We’re Building Nature-Based School Environments That Help Students Thrive
ODC Network is a trusted, hands-on partner to lead schools through the full spectrum of nature-based engagement opportunities.
What Is a Watershed—and Why Should You Care About Ours?
Everyone living in the greater Holland or Zeeland area lives in the same watershed.