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Thank you for your support.

Thank you for your support.

Your gift can help keep KNC open, engaging, and welcoming for all during these trying times.

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Sign up for Summer Camp!

Our goal is to safely provide fun, educational experiences in a natural setting! 

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New Membership Options!

New Membership Options!

Check out the new membership levels, from Individual to Grandparent & Household Combos!

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Virtual Anniversary Run coming in October!

Virtual Anniversary Run coming in October!

Register for the virtual 5K Anniversary Run or 1K Raccoon Run!

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Welcome to the Kalamazoo Nature Center!

Please check the Plan Your Visit page for details on the following activities at KNC, including capacity and social distancing requirements. 

KNC Trails |  Hours: 9 am - 7:30 pm daily  

Visitor Center (closed Mondays & Tuesdays)  |  Hours: Wednesday-Saturday 9 am - 5 pm, Sunday 1-5 pm  |  Masks are required for everyone over the age of 3.

Nature's Playground  |  Hours: 9 am - 7 pm daily (water features shut off at 5 pm)

DeLano Trails  |  Hours: 9 am - 6 pm daily  |  Please note: New Dashboard Day Pass Required  Visitor access to Delano Trails is limited to those who have received a Dashboard Day Pass from the KNC Welcome Station. Details on the Plan Your Visit page.

Safe and easy pre-paid admission available now for daily passes!

Please note:  The Kalamazoo Nature Center is a private nature preserve.  Dogs, camping, drones, and firearms are not permitted. Bicycles and motorized vehicles are not permitted on the trails.

Plan Your Visit to KNC

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Virtual 5K & Kids' Raccoon Run coming in October

Register for the KNC Anniversary Run to celebrate our 60th Anniversary! 

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KNC Camp

Summer Mini-Camps

Children need fun, in-person, educational experiences now more than ever! Our goal is to safely provide those experiences in a natural setting.

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Membership at KNC

New Membership Options

You asked, we listened. From a "Plus One" membership add on to special memberships like Photography and Non-profit, there's a membership for everyone. Now offering military, 55+, and financial assistance. All supporting and patron memberships continue to receive free admission and other great benefits! 

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July Programs at KNC

August Programs at KNC

Join us for a digital program, or onsite for socially-distanced, outdoor programs like Mindfulness Mondays, Canoeing the Kalamazoo River, and Zipline Canopy Tours. All programs have small enrollment limits and adhere to safety guidelines.

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Hours & Admission

Hours:

KNC Trails |  9 am - 7:30 pm daily 
Visitor Center  |  Closed Monday & Tuesday, open 9 am - 5 pm Wednesday-Saturday & 1-5 pm Sunday
Nature's Playground  |  9 am - 7 pm daily (water features shut off at 5 pm)
DeLano Trails  |  9 am - 6 pm daily

Admission Rates:

KNC Members free, Non-Members: $7 adult, $6 senior, $4 children 4-17, 3 and under free
Evening Admission Rates (5-7:30 pm):
KNC Members free, Non-Members: $5 adult, $4 senior, $3 children 4-17, 3 and under free

Safe and easy pre-paid admission available now! Purchase admission here.

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