Come join us for Leaf Printing on Saturday, October 21 from 1-3 PM. You will add dimension using color, texture, and space on a 10-inch circle. Leaves and other materials will be provided, but if you have a favorite leaf, bring it! Come enjoy the process and the company as vou create your own leaf […]
LECTURE SERIES Travel with Captain Hugh and Julie Covert as they recall the highlights of their voyage through the Great Lakes to the Eastern Seaboard, south to Florida and the Bahamas, and back. This summer they completed their 9700+ nautical mile journey aboard the Schooner Huron Jewel, a 78 foot, two-masted gaff rigged schooner that was […]
Foraging for Wild Herbs Join us for an exciting adventure of exploring the bountiful world of wild herbs! This event is perfect for nature enthusiasts and those interested in discovering the hidden treasures of the wilderness. During this event we'll learn how to identify various wild herbs, their medicinal properties, and their culinary uses. Throughout […]
Pete Griffin is the author of Stories of a Forest Ranger and Rafts, Raccoons, and Revelations. Signed copies of these books will be available at the presentation. Alaskans living off the land is a romantic notion that is much more difficult than what one is led to believe. Pete Griffin, speaker, storyteller, naturalist, and retired […]
In this class, we will explore how to use natural dye at home using kitchen waste or dyestuff foraged from the environment. Participants will learn about the mordanting process and how to get the best color from natural dyes. We will also utilize Shibori techniques to create surface design before dyeing. Students will leave with […]
RESCHEDULED DATE Whether you're looking for a way to beat the winter blues, keep your new year's resolution to improve your health, or simply looking for opportunities to meet new people you will enjoy winter forest bathing. Come experience the transformative energy and beauty of winter with the practice of forest bathing. Different then other […]
Nature Soup is a captivating and immersive nature experience designed specifically for children 1st - 5th grade. This 2-hour experience will be held on Saturday, January 27 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Hessel School House. This event combines hands-on activities and sensory exploration to ignite student's curiosity about the natural world. Starting with the creation of […]
Come experience the magic of snowy owls during the month of February Kick-off Weekend - February 2-4, 2024 Why are we celebrating Snowy Owls (and other winter birds)? Every year, the National Audubon Society, an organization with the goal of protecting birds and their habitats, takes a survey and bird count of every major region […]
Come experience the magic of snowy owls during the month of February Kick-off Weekend - February 2-4, 2024 Why are we celebrating Snowy Owls (and other winter birds)? Every year, the National Audubon Society, an organization with the goal of protecting birds and their habitats, takes a survey and bird count of every major region […]
Come experience the magic of snowy owls during the month of February Kick-off Weekend - February 2-4, 2024 Why are we celebrating Snowy Owls (and other winter birds)? Every year, the National Audubon Society, an organization with the goal of protecting birds and their habitats, takes a survey and bird count of every major region […]
Looking to get closer to nature? Want to help our feathered friends find a cozy home? Then this workshop is perfect for you! Come and learn how to build your very own nesting box for the beautiful Barred Owl. During this hands-on workshop, Cheryl Gordon will guide you through the process of constructing a sturdy […]
Women on Ice - An Introduction to Ice Fishing Women on Ice is an introduction to ice fishing for women of all ages. Grab your girlfriends and make it an afternoon outing. Maureen Stine, will guide you through the basics of ice fishing from learning how to set a tip up and what to do […]
