Membership at the Kalamazoo Nature Center

KNC membership gives you access to our Visitor Center, trails, exhibits, programs, and events with free admission for one year. In turn, your membership supports KNC’s award-winning education, research, and conservation programs. Join over 6,000 members from 2,000+ households by joining today!

We no longer have the option for digital membership cards. Please note, membership cards will be mailed within 2-3 weeks of the purchase date. If you sign up for Automatic Renewal, the renewal will occur at the end of the month you purchased your membership.

Membership purchases to the Kalamazoo Nature Center are non-refundable, tax-deductible donations.
When you join, your membership fee directly supports the Kalamazoo Nature Center’s mission. As such, these fees are treated as donations, contributing to the organization’s sustainability and impact.

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Membership account system!

Each user will need to create their login account for the system, please click “account login” below and follow the prompts on the screen to create your KNC Online Account.

Account Login

Each membership includes one year of the following benefits:

  • Free admission, including to special events like Maple Sugar Festival
  • Quarterly newsletter (Nature Center News)
  • and KNC’s bi-monthly eNewsletter
  • 10% discount at the Trailhead Gifts & Books gift shop
  • Reduced program fees
  • Voting privileges at the annual members’ meeting
  • Reciprocal membership to over 120 nature centers in the US and Canada.
  • Invitations to members-only events including Member’s Night and Jingle Mingle
  • Free admission in the month of October to participating area organizations through the Southwest Michigan Cultural Membership Exchange.
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New Member Benefit: Add an Extra Member for Just $25

You can now add an additional member to your account for only $25. This member will receive their own membership card and doesn’t need to reside at the same address as the primary account holder. Additional Members enjoy all the same benefits as the primary members.

Click the plus (+) symbol below next to the membership level you want to purchase or renew!

Supporting Level Memberships

Individual - $65

Individual membership for one named adult

Additional benefits:

• Plus One included – Free admission for one unnamed guest per visit (Member must accompany guest)

Purchase or renew an Individual Membership Here >

Opt for Auto Renewal by checking the box and entering code AUTORENEW at checkout to receive a 10% discount. Your membership will automatically renew each year.

Dual - $80

Dual Membership for two named adults
Additional benefits:

• Plus One included – Free admission for one unnamed guest per visit (Member must accompany guest)

Purchase or renew a Dual Membership here >

Opt for Auto Renewal by checking the box and entering code AUTORENEW at checkout to receive a 10% discount. Your membership will automatically renew each year.

Household - $95

Household membership for ALL adults and children living at the same address, only 2 named adults carry cards.
Additional benefits:
• Plus One included – Free admission for one unnamed guest per visit (Member must accompany guest)
• Early registration and member’s rates for camp programs

Purchase or renew a Household membership here >

Opt for Auto Renewal by checking the box and entering code AUTORENEW at checkout to receive a 10% discount. Your membership will automatically renew each year.

Grandparent - $95

Grandparent membership for up to two named grandparents sharing a single address and all grandchildren under the age of 18
Additional benefits:
• Plus One included – Free admission for one unnamed guest per visit (Member must accompany guest)
• Early registration and member’s rates for camp programs

Purchase or renew a Grandparent membership here >

Opt for Auto Renewal by checking the box and entering code AUTORENEW at checkout to receive a 10% discount. Your membership will automatically renew each year.

Financial Assistance: Free Individual, Dual, Household, or Grandparent Membership is available with proof of financial assistance (e.g., SNAP, WIC).

Memberships are for those living together at one address only. Please note, children 3 and under get into KNC for free admission.

Please fill out the Financial Assistance application. Upon acceptance, you will receive your membership in the mail within 2-3 weeks.

 

Patron Level Memberships

Spicebush - $200

Spicebush membership is available for all adults and children sharing a single address

Additional benefits:

  • “Plus Two” included, bring two unnamed guests with you each visit
  • Four All-Inclusive Passes to Maple Sugar Festival
  • One Individual Membership to give away
  • Early registration/member rates for camp programs
  • Exclusive invitations to programs throughout the year
  • Recognition in Annual Report

Purchase or renew a Spicebush membership here >

Dogwood - $500

Dogwood membership is available for ALL adults and children living at the same address.

Additional benefits:

  • “Plus Three” included, bring three unnamed guests with you each visit
  • Four All-Inclusive passes to Maple Sugar Festival
  • One individual membership to give away
  • 10% facility rental discount
  • Early registration/member rates for camp programs
  • Exclusive program invitations throughout the year
  • Recognition in Annual Report

Purchase or renew a Dogwood membership here >

Beech: Lifetime Membership - $2500

Become a life member of the Kalamazoo Nature Center!  Beech Leaf Lifetime membership is available for lifetime for one or two named adult purchaser(s). Free admission for children under 18 years old while sharing their residence

Additional benefits:

  • “Plus Four” included, bring four unnamed guests with you each visit
  • Four All-Inclusive passes to Maple Sugar Festival
  • Early registration/member rates for camp programs
  • Exclusive program invitations throughout the year
  • Recognition in Annual Report
  • 20% facility rental discount
  • One Dual Membership to give away
  • Recognition on Beech Lifetime member sign at the KNC Visitor Center
  • Cooper’s Glen Legacy (CGL) semi-annual mailings and invitations to CGL semi-annual events

To purchase a Lifetime Membership, please contact 269-381-1574 x 32 or email.

Special Membership Levels

Non-profit - $200

Nonprofit memberships are available for Free admission for up to a combined total of 10 staff, participants, and volunteers per visit.

Learn more about our Nonprofit membership here >

Membership Discounts Available

Auto Renewal:
Select Auto Renewal by checking the box during registration and entering the code AUTORENEW at checkout to enjoy a 10% discount. Your membership will automatically renew annually at the end of the month you made your purchase.

PLEASE NOTE: The following discounts are only available in person at our Welcome Station or Visitor Services Desk with a valid ID. They do not apply to Patron or Special Level memberships.

  • 55 & Over:
    Receive 15% off with a valid ID. Applicable to Individual, Dual, Household, or Grandparent memberships.
  • Military Discount:
    Receive 15% off with a valid military or retiree ID. Applicable to Individual, Dual, Household, or Grandparent memberships. Available for active-duty service members and retirees.
  • Student (Ages 16 and up through college):
    Receive 15% off with a valid student ID. Applicable to Individual, Dual, or Household memberships.
  • Financial Assistance:
    Free Individual, Dual, Household, or Grandparent Membership is available with proof of financial assistance (e.g., SNAP, WIC). This does not include the Household/Grandparent Combo membership. Please complete the Financial Assistance application. Upon approval, you will receive your membership by mail within 2-3 weeks.

Thank you to the following Member Organizations!

Community Living Options

We assist individuals in achieving their life goals by building relationships through quality services in supportive environments. www.communitylivingoptions.org

Heritage Community of Kalamazoo

Senior living provider that celebrates the whole person while embracing families and partnering with the community. www.heritagecommunity.com

New Member Benefit: Add an Additional Member for just $25.00

You can now add an additional member to your account for only $25.00. This member will receive their own membership card and doesn’t need to reside at the same address as the primary account holder. Additional Members enjoy all the same benefits as the primary members.

A friendly reminder about “Plus One” use and special events: As always, KNC is pleased to extend stated benefits to its valued Members.  This includes the Plus One (or greater) benefit for guests to visit with a named Member. This applies broadly to day admissions, with the exception of special events such as Maple Sugar Festival.

Questions about Membership? Please contact (269) 381-1574 ext. 32 or email