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 into the rhythm of the seasons with artist and educator Jen Wozniak in this inspiring two-day workshop focused on The Seasonal Round—a nature journaling practice […]
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 for you! Logan Ferguson will lead you on a guided walk and mushroom foray at a nearby location. We will meet at the Hessel School […]
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 […]