Name: Preschool Explorers
Start: 2026-03-03
End: 2026-03-03
Location: Kalamazoo Nature Center

Calendar of Events

You may register in advance or at the KNC Visitor Center or Welcome Station when you arrive for a number of programs. In some cases, such as workshops like Returning & Reskilling, registration is required so we can plan for materials.

KNC Members receive discounts on programs all year! Learn more about Membership here >

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3 Preschool Explorers Preschool Explorers 10:00 am - 11:00 am Come dressed to explore the outdoors while developing early childhood readiness skills. Each week participants will enjoy a nature inspired program based on a monthly theme with centers, a story, a movement activity and a craft. Learn more about this popular program and register here > Fee: $8/Member child, $10/Non- , ...
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5 Homeschool: Explorations Homeschool: Explorations 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm This drop-off program is designed for ages 5–9 and brings learning to life through nature-based activities. One month you might dig into our gravel pit while uncovering Michigan’s natural resources, and the next you could meet KNC’s amazing Animal Ambassadors up close! February theme: Nature’s Restaurant – Who eats , ...
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7 Maple Sugar Festival Maple Sugar Festival 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

8 Partner Program: Walking Through Grief Partner Program: Walking Through Grief 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Walking Through Grief Sunday, March 8, April 12, & May 10, 2-3:30 pm Fee: Free, drop in program Meet: Main KNC Parking Lot Partner program with Centrica Care: Walkers of all fitness levels are invited to make connections with others and grow through grief at this monthly social support walking group. Learn more a , ...
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10 Preschool Explorers Preschool Explorers 10:00 am - 11:00 am Come dressed to explore the outdoors while developing early childhood readiness skills. Each week participants will enjoy a nature inspired program based on a monthly theme with centers, a story, a movement activity and a craft. Learn more about this popular program and register here > Fee: $8/Member child, $10/Non- , ...
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12 Silver Maples: Bird Banding Silver Maples: Bird Banding 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Thursday, March 12, 11 am – 1 pm Audience: Geared for Adults 50+, but all are welcome For 50 years, KNC has been conducting valuable work as part of the Kalamazoo River Valley Bird Observatory. Join one of the KRVBO’s most experienced researchers to learn about what goes on at the banding station, and get a chance to , ...
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14 Creative Corner Creative Corner 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Saturday, March 14 & Sunday, March 15, 10 am – Noon Get ready for spring and join us for a relaxing art day at KNC! We’ll have craft and art supplies available in the Classroom, so drop by and flex those creative muscles. Audience: Families Meet: Visitor Center Classroom Fee: Included in regular KNC admission; , ... Story Corner Story Corner 10:00 am - 11:00 am Story Corner Saturdays, February 14, March 14, April 11, & May 9, 10-11 am Join us once a month for a picture book story time featuring a selection of nature-themed books perfect for little explorers. We’ll follow our book with a gentle hike if weather permits, so be sure to bundle up! February 14- Moon Song, Mic , ...

15 Creative Corner Creative Corner 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Saturday, March 14 & Sunday, March 15, 10 am – Noon Get ready for spring and join us for a relaxing art day at KNC! We’ll have craft and art supplies available in the Classroom, so drop by and flex those creative muscles. Audience: Families Meet: Visitor Center Classroom Fee: Included in regular KNC admission; , ...
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17 Preschool Explorers Preschool Explorers 10:00 am - 11:00 am Come dressed to explore the outdoors while developing early childhood readiness skills. Each week participants will enjoy a nature inspired program based on a monthly theme with centers, a story, a movement activity and a craft. Learn more about this popular program and register here > Fee: $8/Member child, $10/Non- , ...
18 Sprouts: Maple Sugaring at KNC Sprouts: Maple Sugaring at KNC 10:00 am - 11:00 am Kalamazoo Nature Center, 7000 N. Westnedge Avenue For ages 3 and under with a caregiver Wednesday, March 18, 10 – 11 am KNC Members: $15, Non-Members $12 It’s that sweet time of year to enjoy all that nature has to offer! Our sugar maples are sharing their seasonal gift—sap that becomes pure maple syrup—and we’ , ...
19 Homeschool: Wander and Wonder Homeschool: Wander and Wonder 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Thursdays, March 19, April 16, & May 21, 1:30-3:30 pm Homeschool students will dive into a new theme through guided hikes, engaging storytelling, hands-on nature observation, and creative journaling. With a blend of writing and artwork, students will sharpen their observation skills while building a deeper connect , ... Jigsaw Puzzle Night Jigsaw Puzzle Night 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Thursday, March 19, 6-9 pm Do you fancy yourself a jigsaw genius? Gather a team of puzzle picassos for our first Jigsaw Puzzle Night! Teams will have 2 hours to complete a 550 piece puzzle from our collection, with the fastest team winning a prize. Just here to take your time? No worries! All teams will take home their , ...
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21 Music Mornings with Sara Music Mornings with Sara 10:00 am - 11:00 pm Saturdays, March 21, 10-11 am Audience: All Ages Connect your family with nature through music! Opera singer Sara Emerson will lead a whimsical sing along, perfect for young ears and voices. After our musical journey, we’ll go on a brief walk and say hello to nature! This event will take place again on May 30, 10- , ... Yoga With Apral Yoga With Apral 10:00 am - 11:30 am Yoga with Apral Milar-Corcoran March 21, 10-11:30 am Audience: Adults & Teens Meet: Cooper’s Glen Auditorium Yoga is a great way to re-center yourself, connect with your surroundings, and strengthen your body. Join us and instructor Apral Milar-Corcoran for a course that’s great for beginners, returning practitio , ... Meet the Flock: Pigeon Walk Meet the Flock: Pigeon Walk 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Saturday, March 21, 2-3 pm Audience: All Ages Meet: Visitor Center Lobby; walk to Bird Enclosures Have you heard the news? Some of KNC’s newest animal ambassadors are here and ready to meet the public. Get acquainted with Henry, Gorgonzola, and Parm, and learn more about pigeons and their fascinating life histories. , ...

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24 Preschool Explorers Preschool Explorers 10:00 am - 11:00 am Come dressed to explore the outdoors while developing early childhood readiness skills. Each week participants will enjoy a nature inspired program based on a monthly theme with centers, a story, a movement activity and a craft. Learn more about this popular program and register here > Fee: $8/Member child, $10/Non- , ...
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28 Pine Needle Weaving Workshop Pine Needle Weaving Workshop 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Saturday, March 28, 10 am – 1 pm Audience: Adults Meet: Classroom Dip your toes into an age old skillset and learn how to weave traditional forms out of pine needles. Join Lea Sevigny of Joyful Wildcrafting for an in-depth and hands-on learning experience. Participants will learn the fundamentals of pine needle baske , ... Science Speaks: Bats with Dr. Vonhof Science Speaks: Bats with Dr. Vonhof 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Science Speaks: Bats with Dr. Vonhof Saturday, March 28, 2-3 pm Audience: All Ages Meet: Cooper’s Glen Auditorium Although we may not see them often, bats are the 2nd most common group of mammals in the world! Learn more about our furry flying neighbors with local expert Dr. Vonhof, and hear about some of the incred , ...

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30 Spring Camp Spring Camp 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Come explore the changes of the natural world at KNC Camp. Campers will engage in daily activities, hikes, and learn about spring topics like bird migration. Let’s see what birds are visiting this week! We hope to see you there! Half day for Ages 4-6: Member- $198, Non-member- $220 | Full Day for Grades 1-5: Member- , ...
31 Preschool Explorers Preschool Explorers 10:00 am - 11:00 am Come dressed to explore the outdoors while developing early childhood readiness skills. Each week participants will enjoy a nature inspired program based on a monthly theme with centers, a story, a movement activity and a craft. Learn more about this popular program and register here > Fee: $8/Member child, $10/Non- , ...
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4 Nature Journaling Nature Journaling 10:00 am - 11:30 am Saturdays, April 4 & May 2, 10-11:30 am Audience: Teens & Adults Immerse yourself in the art of slowing down, looking closely, and connecting more deeply with the natural world. These nature journaling workshops are designed for anyone—who wants to cultivate a mindful, creative practice that blends observati , ...