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Events
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We invite you to join us for a workshop where you will learn how to have beautiful landscaping while reducing outdoor water use!This workshop is free to attend, but we […] |
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Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll have the chance to create beautiful fur earrings. You’ll learn how to make your own pair of earrings using real fur - […] |
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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 […] |
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Students will explore the early signs of spring, including bird migrations and emerging wildflowers. They will learn about the parts of a tree and discover how trees produce sap. Participants […] |
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What secrets does nature hold for helping kids unplug, play, and thrive?Don’t miss this free, one-of-a-kind speaker series presented by ODC Network! Join nationally recognized experts as they uncover the […] |
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Join us Wednesday, March 4, from 8:30am – 12:00pm for a dynamic, hands-on workshop with Adam Bienenstock and Scott Sampson, two leading voices in nature-based communities, learning, and play. Together, […] |
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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 […] |
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This family-friendly event takes place at the City of Holland’s Van Raalte Farm where the sap will be flowing and the sugar house steaming! Join us as we tap trees, […] |
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Bring your little tykes out to discover the wonders of nature! Each program is a hands-on experience that will spark curiosity and create unforgettable memories for both you and your […]
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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 […] |
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This family-friendly event takes place at the City of Holland’s Van Raalte Farm where the sap will be flowing and the sugar house steaming! Join us as we tap trees, […] |
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 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 […]
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What if letting kids take risks could actually make them safer and stronger?Don’t miss this free, one-of-a-kind speaker series presented by ODC Network! Join nationally recognized experts as they uncover […] |
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Stop by during our monthly Open Hours at the Cultural History Center to check out exhibits, ask questions, play games, and chat with staff and fellow community members. A large […] |
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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 […] |
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Join us in this introductory class perfect for those curious about birding. You’ll learn identification techniques, basic terminology, how to use a guidebook and binoculars, and more before putting your […] |
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […] |
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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 […]
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Lesser Celandine is an emerging invasive plant in West Michigan. Help us locate where it's growing to better inform invasive removal efforts and prevent it from spreading further! For ages 18 […] |
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