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October 2019
Planting Seedlings on the Banks of the Boardman River
Join District staff in restoring the recently exposed bottomlands of the former Sabin Pond impoundment. Small, native bareroot trees and shrubs will be hand-planted along the banks of the Boardman River to help improve water quality and wildlife habitat. Please bring sturdy footwear, work gloves and a spare shovel. A limited amount of extra shovels will be available, along with light snacks and water. For more information, contact Parkland Steward Reb Ratliff at rratliff@gtcd.org or (231)941-0960x27. All ages welcome and no RSVP…
Find out more »Peepers Program!
The Peepers program is specifically developed for children ages 3-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of each session. These 90-minute nature programs include stories, crafts, music, and discovery activities. Each program ends with an outside portion that will vary between a short exploratory hike, a game, or engaging play (i.e. sand table/water table, digging, etc.) to bring the lesson to life.
Find out more »Knee-High Naturalists
Knee-High Naturalists is a nature-based preschool program for potty-trained 3-5 year-olds unaccompanied by a parent/guardian (drop off). It meets once a week on Thursday from 9:00am-12:00pm, for 14 weeks, starting this spring. Many of the children who come attend other preschool programs on the other weekdays. We want to facilitate their natural curiosity and joy in the world around them and help them to establish a sense of ownership of the nature center. Children in the program have the freedom to play and interact with their environment, learning to appreciate the variety and scope of the natural world.
Find out more »Acorn Adventurers!
Outdoor environments are a great way to engage all of your early learners developing senses, and give kids a bit of exercise, too! Join us every Friday, September 13-November 1 as we come together for a mix of guided and self-guided outdoor activities that allow young explorers and their grown-ups to explore, engage with, and experience the outdoors. Part of programs take place outdoors rain or shine–please dress for the weather.
The Acorn Adventurers program is specifically developed for children under the age of 4. All children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of each session.
Find out more »Peepers Program!
The Peepers program is specifically developed for children ages 3-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of each session. These 90-minute nature programs include stories, crafts, music, and discovery activities. Each program ends with an outside portion that will vary between a short exploratory hike, a game, or engaging play (i.e. sand table/water table, digging, etc.) to bring the lesson to life.
Find out more »Knee-High Naturalists
Knee-High Naturalists is a nature-based preschool program for potty-trained 3-5 year-olds unaccompanied by a parent/guardian (drop off). It meets once a week on Thursday from 9:00am-12:00pm, for 14 weeks, starting this spring. Many of the children who come attend other preschool programs on the other weekdays. We want to facilitate their natural curiosity and joy in the world around them and help them to establish a sense of ownership of the nature center. Children in the program have the freedom to play and interact with their environment, learning to appreciate the variety and scope of the natural world.
Find out more »November 2019
Fall Film Series: “Living the Change”
GTCD Presents the Fall Film Series Farming for the Future: Regenerative Agriculture, Climate Resiliency, and Food Sovereignty Join us on Thursday, November 21st, at the Boardman River Nature Center for the film "Living the Change." All films begin at 6:30pm. Donations are appreciated. "Living the Change explores solutions to the global crisis we face today – solutions any one of us can be part of – through the inspiring stories of people pioneering change in their own lives and in…
Find out more »Boardman River Nature Center CLOSED
The Boardman River Nature Center (and Grand Traverse Conservation District offices) will closed on Thursday, November 28th. Thank you!
Find out more »Boardman River Nature Center CLOSED
The Boardman River Nature Center (and Grand Traverse Conservation District offices) will closed on Friday, November 29th. Thank you!
Find out more »December 2019
Wreath Making Workshop!- *2 Spots Left*
***2 Spots Left!*** Please stay tuned for more hands-on workshops! Holiday Wreath Workshop at the Nature Center Start off your holiday season by creating a fresh wreath for your front door at the Boardman River Nature Center’s Wreath Workshop. This DIY experience allows you to create, alongside floral experts, a beautiful wreath you'll be proud to hang in your home. Wreath form, a mix of fresh evergreens, ribbon, instruction and tools will be provided-just be ready to get your thumb…
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