Nature Programs

Name: Aldo Leopold Festival
Start: 2023-05-31T00:00:00-04:00
End: 2023-06-04T23:59:59-04:00
Location: Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center

January 2023
Winter Forest Bathing
Featured January 28, 2023 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States
Come experience the beauty of winter in new and deeply familiar ways 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 […]
February 2023
WOMEN ON ICE – Intro to Ice Fishing
Featured February 18, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States
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 when the flag goes up, using an auger, understanding […]
Geology ROCKS!
Featured February 25, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States
With rock samples from all around the globe, students will quickly begin to see the difference between igneous and sedimentary rock forms and learn about the fascinating world of geology. This hands-on experience concludes with a special family art project. Great for all ages. Space is limited for this family friendly event. Class fee: $5.00/person […]
March 2023
Discover Michigan’s Magnificent Mammals
Featured March 25, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States
About 60 species of terrestrial mammals live in Michigan, including bear, elk, and fox. We will have an extensive collection of pelts and skulls for students to touch and compare as we explore the adaptations of some of Michigan's magnificent mammals. Our science and nature lesson will be followed by a nature inspired art project. […]
April 2023
Care of the Home Orchard (April 8th)
Featured April 8, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States
During this hands-on workshop, homeowners will learn how to care for their fruit trees and increase the production of apples and stone fruits. Participants will visit a working farm where Terry Schaedig will cover fruit tree basics: the simple logic of pruning, how to prune for thrifty trees and easy harvest, early training, seasonal routines, […]
Little Learners (Ages 2-5)
Featured April 14, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States
Come and let your preschooler explore nature and art with Mrs. Gordon. Preschoolers 2-5 years old will be creating theme based nature and art projects, enjoy a story and have fun socializing with other children of the same age. Class meets from 10:00 - 11:30 AM. All materials included in the $5.00 per class fee. Parent […]
Care of the Home Orchard (April 15th)
Featured April 15, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States
During this hands-on workshop, homeowners will learn how to care for their fruit trees and increase the production of apples and stone fruits. Participants will visit a working farm where Terry Schaedig will cover fruit tree basics: the simple logic of pruning, how to prune for thrifty trees and easy harvest, early training, seasonal routines, […]
CANCELLED – Family Nature Exploration – Earth Day Celebration!
Featured April 22, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States
Join us for an Earth Day Celebration! Inspired by the wisdom of Dr. Seuss' Lorax! "Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not." During this family friendly exploration of nature, we will learn different ways to help protect earth by implementing the Three R's: reduce, reuse, […]
Little Learners (Ages 2-5)
Featured April 28, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States
Come and let your preschooler explore nature and art with Mrs. Gordon. Preschoolers 2-5 years old will be creating theme based nature and art projects, enjoy a story and have fun socializing with other children of the same age. Class meets from 10:00 - 11:30 AM. All materials included in the $5.00 per class fee. Parent […]
May 2023
CANCELLED – Shinrin-yoku (Forest Bathing)
Featured May 10, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States
Come experience the transformative energy and beauty of spring in new and deeply familiar ways 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 […]
Family Nature Exploration: All About Birds
Featured May 21, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States
You can learn a lot about birds just by looking at their many unique features. During this fun family friendly time of exploration, we will take a closer look at birds, their adaptations, and even make a bird friendly art project. All materials are included. Space is limited and usually fills quickly. Register today! $5.00 […]
Aldo Leopold Festival
Featured May 31, 2023 - June 4, 2023

Hessel School House - Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, United States
Les Cheneaux welcomes you to celebrate the legacy of Aldo Leopold — one of America’s most influential naturalists — during our festival, May 31st – June 4, 2023 hosted at the Hessel School House. Activities include paddling excursions, orchid and wildflower tours, birding trips, presentations, and many other nature-based activities. Experience the woods and water that […]

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