The Hessel Schools House welcomes you to celebrate the legacy of Aldo Leopold — one of America’s most influential naturalists — during our 10th Annual Aldo Leopold Festival, May 28th […]
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Birch Bark Tray with Quill Work – 2-Day Workshop with Ron PaquinSaturdays | June 7 and 14 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM | $100 […]
Join artist Bob Causley for a unique art class where you'll learn how to create your own 8 x 10" frame using birch bark and red willow. In this hands-on, […]
Wednesday, July 9 - 1:00 - 3:00 PM Painting with Nature Spend the afternoon painting with nature! With guidance from artist Marissa Wissner, young people ages 6-11 years old will learn […]
Capturing Nature Through the Lens: A Photography Workshop with Wayne Pope Saturday, July 12, 2025 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center […]
GUEST ARTIST: Jen Wozniak – Artist, Educator, and Nature Journaling Enthusiast Nature Journaling: The Seasonal Round Two Day Workshop - July 16 & 17 | 1:00 – 4:00 PM Step […]
GUEST ARTIST: Jen Wozniak – Artist, Educator, and Nature Journaling Enthusiast Nature Journaling: The Seasonal Round Two Day Workshop - July 16 & 17 | 1:00 – 4:00 PM Step […]
Blastomycosis: A Soil-Borne Disease of Dogs in Northern Michigan Join leading medical professionals for an in-depth look at Blastomycosis (also known as Blasto), the soil-borne fungal disease impacting both humans […]
Ever wanted to learn how to identify and safely forage wild mushrooms, but didn't know where to start? Interested in learning about forest plants and wildflowers? Then this event is […]
The Art of Herbalism: From Wild Harvest to Home Remedies 2 Full Days - October 17 & 18, 2025 from 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Unlock the power of nature’s […]
The Art of Herbalism: From Wild Harvest to Home Remedies 2 Full Days - October 17 & 18, 2025 from 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Unlock the power of nature’s […]
3rd Annual Snowy Owl Festival Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center NOTE: Many events have sold out already. To be added to a wait list, please […]