Calendar of Events
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Whether it’s a favorite annual event, a hands-on workshop or retreat, or a guided adventure on the trails, there’s something for everyone at the Kalamazoo Nature Center!
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- 27Bird Banding Up Close8:00 am - 11:00 am
Weather permitting For half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and cons , ...KNC ClosedAll Day
The Kalamazoo Nature Center trails and Visitor Center are closed for a private event. , ...Autumnal Jams Workshop2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Lea Sevigny of Joyful Wildcrafting is back, and continuing her series of traditional skills and foraged goods. This time, we’ll learn how to use common foraged fruits to make delicious jams and jellies, and even take home foraged jams to enjoy! Please note- this program will be held at Heronwood Field Station, not our , ... - 28Bird Banding Up Close8:00 am - 11:00 amWeather permitting For half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and cons , ...
- 29Bird Banding Up Close8:00 am - 11:00 amWeather permitting For half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and cons , ...Preschool Explorers10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Come dressed to explore the outdoors while developing early childhood readiness skills with your child. Each week you and your child will enjoy a nature inspired program based on a monthly theme with centers, a story, a movement activity and a craft. Preschool Explorers runs most Tuesdays all year with different themes each month! Tuesdays 10:00-11:00 […] , ... - 30Bird Banding Up Close8:00 am - 11:00 amWeather permitting For half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and cons , ...
- 1Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pm
For half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...Silver Maples: Native Lawns and Gardens11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Even though the leaves are falling, right now is the perfect time to start planning for next year’s fresh growth! Our conservation team members are experts at native planting, and they’re here to share that expertise with you! Bring your most burning native garden questions and plant the seeds of garden knowledge for n , ...KNC Homeschool1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Come explore the great outdoors at the Kalamazoo Nature Center! Come dressed for all weather. Parents are not required to stay on campus. Discover, explore, and learn at KNC—homeschool style! September theme: Sights & Sounds of Nature October theme: The Changing Seasons November theme: Food Chains and , ... - 2Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...
- 3Kalamazoo River Guardians9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Are you looking for an opportunity to better understand your local watershed? Become a Kalamazoo River Guardian! Working with a team of experts, participants will help sample Trout Run Creek at KNC for macroinvertebrates (water bugs). Samples will then be brought indoors to be identified under microscopes as a group. T , ...Birds and Coffee9:00 am - 11:00 am
Autumn is here, and for our avian neighbors that means migration is underway! Join us for a celebration of fall flight and come along on a guided bird walk at 9:30. Coffee will be available to purchase throughout the morning, with local birders here to chat and share their knowledge! Saturday, October 3, 2026, , ...Partner Program: Advanced Venomous Handling9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Advanced Venomous Handling Sat, October 3 – Sunday, October 4, 2026 9 am – 4 pm each day Heronwood Field Station Get certified in herpetological sampling methods, ethical considerations, and advanced rattlesnake biology. Then, earn experience hours working with a federally-listed species during an all-da , ...CANCELLED: Imaginal Writing Workshop11:00 am - 12:00 pm
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED Gather your little writers for a fairy-and-folk-tale inspired, local-nature-based story-telling experience! We’ll start our stories together, then dive into our imaginations to explore the rest of the story and write it down, with bits of guidance along the way. This program is aimed at , ...
- 4Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...
- 5Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...
- 6Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...Preschool Explorers10:00 am - 11:00 pmCome dressed to explore the outdoors while developing early childhood readiness skills with your child. Each week you and your child will enjoy a nature inspired program based on a monthly theme with centers, a story, a movement activity and a craft. Preschool Explorers runs most Tuesdays all year with different themes each month! Tuesdays 10:00-11:00 […] , ...
- 7Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...Sprouts Fall Session Begins10:00 am - 11:30 am
Fall brings so many exciting changes in routines and out in nature! Our Sprouts program is perfect for young children aged 3 and under, with their caregivers to get outside and explore. On Wednesdays for 8 weeks; we will gather to explore, climb, get messy, observe, build, craft, and tell stories while fostering an ear , ... - 8Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...KNC Homeschool1:30 pm - 3:30 pmCome explore the great outdoors at the Kalamazoo Nature Center! Come dressed for all weather. Parents are not required to stay on campus. Discover, explore, and learn at KNC—homeschool style! September theme: Sights & Sounds of Nature October theme: The Changing Seasons November theme: Food Chains and , ...
- 9Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...
- 10Partner Program: Venomous Handling Essentials9:00 am - 4:00 pmVenomous Handling Essentials Sat, Oct 10, 9 am – 4 pm Heronwood Field Station Whether you’re a biologist, first responder, keeper, or just another curious critter, get certified in the essential skills needed to safely work with venomous reptiles! Details and registration at Midwest Friends of Wildlife , ...Saturday Story Time10:00 am - 11:00 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! September 12, 2026- Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn by Kenard Pak October 10, 2026- What Makes a Bird? , ...Bone Cleaning and Jewelry10:00 am - 11:30 am
Are you a vulture with an eye for the macabre? Learn about the many ways to clean bones, as well as the ethics and legality of bone collection. Then, create a unique piece of jewelry using bones processed through KNC’s unique method! While we will do some cleaning in class, most of the information will be through disc , ...Naturalist Exploration Hour10:00 am - 11:00 am
KNC’s team of naturalists are coming to you with a new series of guided hikes, talks, and explorations! Each month one of our naturalists will be leading an experience on one of their passions and sharing that with you. As our naturalists debut their programs, we’ll be announcing them on social media. Expect fresh fac , ...
- 11Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...
- 12Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...
- 13Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...Preschool Explorers10:00 am - 11:00 pmCome dressed to explore the outdoors while developing early childhood readiness skills with your child. Each week you and your child will enjoy a nature inspired program based on a monthly theme with centers, a story, a movement activity and a craft. Preschool Explorers runs most Tuesdays all year with different themes each month! Tuesdays 10:00-11:00 […] , ...
- 14Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...
- 15Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...KNC Homeschool1:30 pm - 3:30 pmCome explore the great outdoors at the Kalamazoo Nature Center! Come dressed for all weather. Parents are not required to stay on campus. Discover, explore, and learn at KNC—homeschool style! September theme: Sights & Sounds of Nature October theme: The Changing Seasons November theme: Food Chains and , ...Nature Pop Culture Trivia6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Could you identify every tree on Endor? Know which species of eagle comes to Gandalf’s aid? Then you’re our type of nerd, and you belong at our Nature Pop Culture Trivia Night! Come answer a gauntlet of questions on the ecology of your favorite media and compete to bring prizes home for your team. This is a great time , ... - 16Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...
- 17Raptor Run for Kids9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Kids ages 8 and under head out on a stroller-friendly, 1K romp around the Habitat Haven Trail. Saturday, October 17, Kids Run starts at 9 am and the 5K starts at 10 am. Learn more and register here > , ...Raptor Run 5K10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Run or walk along some of KNC’s most beautiful trails. The untimed event includes steep hills, forest views, and a variety of terrain. Saturday, October 17 – 5K starts at 10 am Learn more and register here > , ...Discover KNC Guided Hike2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Come explore KNC on a guided hike through some of our favorite areas. Each month will feature a different trail, taking you through our greatest hits and best kept secrets. Dress appropriately for the weather and bring your best trail shoes! Hot tea will be provided- help us reduce waste by bringing your own travel mug , ...
- 18Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...
- 19Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...
- 20Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...Nature Day Camp Full Day9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join the KNC Camp staff for a day of fun while school is out for Kalamazoo Public Schools. Each camp will offer hiking, outdoor adventure, arts and crafts, and visits from KNC animal ambassadors. Kids will meet at the Camp Barn for a day of fun and exploration in nature. Friday, October 20, 9 am – 4 pm Campers will ex , ...Nature Day Camp Half Day9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join the KNC Camp staff for a day of fun while school is out for Kalamazoo Public Schools. Each camp will offer hiking, outdoor adventure, arts and crafts, and visits from KNC animal ambassadors. Kids will meet at the Camp Barn for a day of fun and exploration in nature. Friday, October 20, 9 am – Noon Discover the ma , ...Native Tree Sale9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Native Tree Sale Native shrubs and trees in 3-gallon pots. Cash or card accepted While supplies last New Jersey Tea Hazelnut Common Witchhazel Spicebush Chokecherry American Black Currant Pussy Willow Elderberry Nannyberry Allegheny Serviceberry Paw Paw Redbud Date: Starting October 20 Time: 9am-5pm daily Me , ...Preschool Explorers10:00 am - 11:00 pmCome dressed to explore the outdoors while developing early childhood readiness skills with your child. Each week you and your child will enjoy a nature inspired program based on a monthly theme with centers, a story, a movement activity and a craft. Preschool Explorers runs most Tuesdays all year with different themes each month! Tuesdays 10:00-11:00 […] , ... - 21Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...Volunteer Tree Planting Day4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Planting the Food Forest Tree planting at KNC is evolving. The beloved Sugarbush, where tree planting has previously occurred, is full of growing saplings. This provides us with the opportunity to plant trees in another area of KNC near DeLano Farm. As part of our Friends of the Forest initiative, staff, donors, and vo , ...Garden Prep Masterclass6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Do you want a garden that’s the envy of the neighborhood? For the first time ever, Delano Farm is thrilled to present the Garden Prep Masterclass, a three-part deep dive into setting your garden up for success. You’ll leave not just with knowledge, but also your own hand-made seed-starting station complete with heat ma , ... - 22Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...Autumn Colors Golf Cart Tour10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Enjoy KNC at a whole new speed! Hop on the golf cart as we take a binocular tour of the shifting leaves of autumn. Binoculars will be provided. Register for 10:00 11:00 AM > Register for 12:00 – 1:00 PM > Register for 2:00 – 3:00 PM > Meet: Visitor Center Fee: KNC Members $12; Non-M , ...Autumn Colors Golf Cart Tour10:00 am - 11:00 pmEnjoy KNC at a whole new speed! Hop on the golf cart as we take a binocular tour of the shifting leaves of autumn. Binoculars will be provided. Register for 10:00 11:00 AM > Register for 12:00 – 1:00 PM > Register for 2:00 – 3:00 PM > Meet: Visitor Center Fee: KNC Members $12; Non-M , ...Autumn Colors Golf Cart Tour12:00 pm - 1:00 pmEnjoy KNC at a whole new speed! Hop on the golf cart as we take a binocular tour of the shifting leaves of autumn. Binoculars will be provided. Register for 10:00 11:00 AM > Register for 12:00 – 1:00 PM > Register for 2:00 – 3:00 PM > Meet: Visitor Center Fee: KNC Members $12; Non-M , ...KNC Homeschool1:30 pm - 3:30 pmCome explore the great outdoors at the Kalamazoo Nature Center! Come dressed for all weather. Parents are not required to stay on campus. Discover, explore, and learn at KNC—homeschool style! September theme: Sights & Sounds of Nature October theme: The Changing Seasons November theme: Food Chains and , ...Spooky Movie Night6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s scarier than bad special effects? Bad special effects with an educational intermission! Join us for fun crafts and a screening of the 1940 public domain film Devil Bat, a harrowing tale of giant bat attacks complete with all the cheesiness you could want from a mid-century horror film. Then at intermission, enj , ... - 23Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...
- 24Autumn Color Hike10:00 am - 11:00 am
It’s the season for warm cider and warm colors rustling in the fall breeze. Step out into the crisp October air for a hike through Cooper’s glen, taking in the beauty of the changing seasons, and stay cozy on the trails with a cup of warm cider. Saturday, October 24, 2026, 10-11 am Meet: Visitor Center front de , ...Beer, Bread, and Blight: How Fungi Have Shaped Human History2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Fungi have played a crucial yet often overlooked role in human history. From the ancient consumption of bread and beer to the devastating impact of fungal diseases, discover the surprising ways these organisms have shaped our past and continue to affect our lives today. Saturday, October 24, 2026, 2-3 pm Meet: , ...Tricks & Trails4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Put on your best costumes and get hungry for candy, because Tricks and Trails is back and better than ever! Join us at the Visitor Center for seasonal crafts and activities, spooky science, and cozy story times! Then, step out onto the trails to collect candy from our woodland friends and local partners. This is a gre , ...
- 25Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...
- 26Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...
- 27Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...Preschool Explorers10:00 am - 11:00 pmCome dressed to explore the outdoors while developing early childhood readiness skills with your child. Each week you and your child will enjoy a nature inspired program based on a monthly theme with centers, a story, a movement activity and a craft. Preschool Explorers runs most Tuesdays all year with different themes each month! Tuesdays 10:00-11:00 […] , ...
- 28Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...
- 29Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...KNC Homeschool1:30 pm - 3:30 pmCome explore the great outdoors at the Kalamazoo Nature Center! Come dressed for all weather. Parents are not required to stay on campus. Discover, explore, and learn at KNC—homeschool style! September theme: Sights & Sounds of Nature October theme: The Changing Seasons November theme: Food Chains and , ...
- 30Bird Banding Up Close9:00 am - 12:00 pmFor half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds a , ...Haunted Night Hike6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
The moon rises over the reeds of the fen; ghosts and folklore churning below the moss and muck. Take a shadowy hike around our fen habitat and hear the legends of the wetlands that have terrified and captivated us for generations. This program is best for adults, teens, and paranormal investigators above the age of 1 , ... - 31Raptor Folklore Talk10:00 am - 11:00 am
For millennia, humans have been fascinated by birds, telling stories of the ways these animals could tell the future, bring luck, or commune with the gods. Come take a crash course on bird omens with our raptors, and if we’re lucky, come away with a blessing of good fortune the ancient Romans themselves would have envi , ...
October 2026
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Bird Banding Up Close
For half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds across the country. As we embark on our 53rd year […]
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Bird Banding Up Close
For half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds across the country. As we embark on our 53rd year […]
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Preschool Explorers
Come dressed to explore the outdoors while developing early childhood readiness skills with your child. Each week you and your child will enjoy a nature inspired program based on a monthly theme with centers, a story, a movement activity and a craft. Preschool Explorers runs most Tuesdays all year with different themes each month! Tuesdays 10:00-11:00 […]
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Bird Banding Up Close
For half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds across the country. As we embark on our 53rd year […]
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Sprouts Fall Session Begins
Fall brings so many exciting changes in routines and out in nature! Our Sprouts program is perfect for young children aged 3 and under, with their caregivers to get outside and explore. On Wednesdays for 8 weeks; we will gather to explore, climb, get messy, observe, build, craft, and tell stories while fostering an early love of nature. Each session will have a small group […]
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Bird Banding Up Close
For half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds across the country. As we embark on our 53rd year […]
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KNC Homeschool
Come explore the great outdoors at the Kalamazoo Nature Center! Come dressed for all weather. Parents are not required to stay on campus. Discover, explore, and learn at KNC—homeschool style! September theme: Sights & Sounds of Nature October theme: The Changing Seasons November theme: Food Chains and Food Webs (no program the week of Thanksgiving) Meet: Visitor Center Main Parking Lot Sundial Fee: $16/Member child, $20/Non-Member […]
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Bird Banding Up Close
For half a century, the Kalamazoo Valley Bird Observatory’s team of researchers has been banding birds. This long-running program has contributed data on over 650,000 birds to the U.S. Geological Survey’s Bird Banding Laboratory that is actively being used for scientific research, management and conservation of birds across the country. As we embark on our 53rd year […]
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Partner Program: Venomous Handling Essentials
Venomous Handling Essentials Sat, Oct 10, 9 am – 4 pm Heronwood Field Station Whether you’re a biologist, first responder, keeper, or just another curious critter, get certified in the essential skills needed to safely work with venomous reptiles! Details and registration at Midwest Friends of Wildlife
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Saturday Story Time
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! September 12, 2026- Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn by Kenard Pak October 10, 2026- What Makes a Bird? by Megan Pomper and […]
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Bone Cleaning and Jewelry
Are you a vulture with an eye for the macabre? Learn about the many ways to clean bones, as well as the ethics and legality of bone collection. Then, create a unique piece of jewelry using bones processed through KNC’s unique method! While we will do some cleaning in class, most of the information will […]
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Naturalist Exploration Hour
KNC’s team of naturalists are coming to you with a new series of guided hikes, talks, and explorations! Each month one of our naturalists will be leading an experience on one of their passions and sharing that with you. As our naturalists debut their programs, we’ll be announcing them on social media. Expect fresh faces, new ideas, and an exciting […]
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