Let the Adventure Begin!
Sign up for a summer of fun at KNC Camp, for ages 4-15. Hop around on the Spider Climber (new this year!), learn all about the natural world with experts in the field, and have a blast with friends at Nature’s Playground!
Terry Todd International Speaker Series: Night Magic with Leigh Ann Henion
Night Magic Talk: Saturday, July 11, 12-1:30 pm
Night Hike: Saturday, July 11, 9-10:30 pm
KNC is proud to present New York Times Bestselling Author Leigh Ann Henion as part of 2026’s Terry Todd Speaker Series! Henion’s book, Night Magic, is an exploration of the nocturnal life happening all around us. From bioluminescent insects to migratory salamanders, Henion will talk about her studies of the night, and the beauty that sits just past the sunset.
Terry Todd International Speaker Series: Chef Joseph Yoon
Insect Canapes & Conversation: Friday, July 24, 7-9 pm
Can Eating Insects Save the Planet?: Saturday, July 25, 7-9 pm
Chef Joseph Yoon is the founder of Brooklyn Bugs, Chef Advocate for the UN’s International Fund for Agricultural Development, and member of The Explorers Club. For the last eight years he’s been making the case – deliciously – for why edible insects represent one of the most compelling food solutions of our time.
6th Grade Trailblazers: Free household membership for all incoming 6th graders
KNC is launching a first-of-its-kind pilot program, a free 6th Grade Trailblazer Membership for all incoming 6th graders in Kalamazoo, Portage, Parchment, and Plainwell Public Schools for the 26/27 school year! This full household membership invites families to unplug, explore, and recharge together, screen-free, during this important transition year.
Coming Up Next
Here’s what’s coming up in the next few weeks at KNC! Visit the Calendar >
May 28, 2026
CANCELLED: Certified Pesticide Applicators – Continuing Education Workshop
Kalamazoo Nature Center
Kalamazoo Nature Center
Jun 06, 2026
Partner Program: Turtle Graduation Party
Kalamazoo Nature Center
Kalamazoo Nature Center
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