• Photographers are required to check in at the Welcome Station or at the Guest Services desk each visit.
• Photographers and clients must stay on trails to avoid damaging sensitive habitat areas. Do not pick or remove any kind of plant-life.
• All pathways must remain accessible to KNC visitors, staff, and volunteers at all times.
• A photography membership does not entitle the member exclusive use of any area in KNC grounds.
• Drone use is prohibited.
• Park in the visitor parking lot. Do not park along the drive or block the road in any way.
• Outside props that may damage habitats are prohibited (including but not limited to furniture, animals, motorized vehicles, smoke bombs, paint, and balloons). Onsite props such as benches, rocks, etc. may be used, but should not be moved from their original location.
• Appropriate clothing must be worn at all times. Changing in restrooms is permitted, but be respectful of the needs of other visitors.
• Smoking and alcohol consumption are prohibited on KNC property.
• The Kalamazoo Nature Center is not responsible for equipment loss or damage.
• Photography at KNC cannot be used to imply endorsement by KNC.
• Non-compliance to these guidelines may result in forfeiture of the annual membership fee and future photography privileges.