Outdoor Discovery Center

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4214 56th St
Holland, MI United States Get Directions

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  • Little Explorers Spring Break Camp (at ODC)

    Outdoor Discovery Center 4214 56th St, Holland, MI, United States
    Camps

    Does your little one like to look for bugs and play in the mud? Would they like to explore for the day and discover what lives here at the Outdoor Discovery Center? In this camp we will do all that and more! We will spend our time inside and outside listening to stories, meeting ambassador […]

  • Woodcock Walk (at ODC)

    Outdoor Discovery Center 4214 56th St, Holland, MI, United States
    Birding Programs

    Explore the nature preserve with a naturalist in search of two bird species most people don’t get the chance to see: American Woodcock and Wilson’s Snipe. Dress in dark clothing and be prepared to be outside the entire time. Flashlights are welcome. Meet at the Visitors Center for a brief introduction before going outside.For ages […]

  • Discover Nature Spring Break Camp (at ODC)

    Outdoor Discovery Center 4214 56th St, Holland, MI, United States
    Camps

    This camp is for kids crazy about wildlife. They will study a variety of animals and plants native to Michigan and the habitats where they live at the Outdoor Discovery Center. We will discover animals both caught in the wild and from the Center's ambassador animal program.Please bring a water bottle and a light snack.For […]

    $110

  • Little Explorers Spring Break Camp (at ODC)

    Outdoor Discovery Center 4214 56th St, Holland, MI, United States
    Camps

    Does your little one like to look for bugs and play in the mud? Would they like to explore for the day and discover what lives here at the Outdoor Discovery Center? In this camp we will do all that and more! We will spend our time inside and outside listening to stories, meeting ambassador […]

    $110

  • Knee-high Naturalists (at ODC)

    Outdoor Discovery Center 4214 56th St, Holland, MI, United States

    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 […]

  • MaplePalooza (at ODC)

    Outdoor Discovery Center 4214 56th St, Holland, MI, United States

    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 entertainment, great food, maple-inspired beverages, and some other sweet activities. We’re happy to welcome back the Tiki O’Riley Irish Band as the evening’s entertainment. The […]

  • Field Journals & Phenology (at ODC)

    Outdoor Discovery Center 4214 56th St, Holland, MI, United States
    Community Surveys

    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 landscape, such as plant growth, flowering times, and bird movement. The program focuses on careful observation and documentation, helping participants build skills in recording environmental […]

    Free

  • Birding for Beginners (at ODC)

    Outdoor Discovery Center 4214 56th St, Holland, MI, United States
    Birding Programs

    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 knowledge into practice on a guided birding walk through our grounds. Gain scientific skills as you learn how to contribute your findings to citizen science, […]