Mushroom foraging is a becoming a popular pursuit in Michigan. Come learn about the biology and key features of mushrooms and what to look for when identifying these friendly fungi. Avid mushroom enthusiast Bonni Thoresen will cover the many edible mushrooms commonly found in Michigan so you can feel more confident in identifying wild mushrooms […]
Come experience the transformative energy and beauty of fall with the practice of forest bathing. Different then other nature connection experiences such as hiking and birdwatching, forest bathing follows the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku which invites you to slow down and mindfully connect with nature through all of your senses. Give your body and mind […]
The Northern Lights have captured the imaginations of cultures for generation. To catch a sight of the lights is to witness something so surreal, so beautiful that it seems to border on the supernatural. Come celebrate this magnificent phenomenon in art, observation and photography during the Northern Lights Weekend, September 8 & 9, 2023 at […]
The Northern Lights have captured the imaginations of cultures for generation. To catch a sight of the lights is to witness something so surreal, so beautiful that it seems to border on the supernatural. Come celebrate this magnificent phenomenon in art, observation and photography during the Northern Lights Weekend, September 8 & 9, 2023 at […]
In the beginning, there was the mystery. Both Edgar Allen Poe’s M. Dupin and Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes had the ability to see connections that others missed and thus solve criminal cases. But even in these first detective stories, other things were already important: Poe devotedly described the city of Paris (which he never knew […]
Join us Thursday and Friday, September 28 & 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for a hands-on Black Ash Basket Making Workshop! Discover the art of weaving beautiful baskets using traditional techniques. Your instructors Josh and Sarah Homminga, owners of From Log to Basket. During this 2-day workshop, you will learn the intricate process of […]