Lake Michigan Sunrise Guided Forest Bathing
Forest Bathing (or Shinrin Yoku) is a Japanese meditative form of nature therapy that has… Register >
New Nature Activity Learning Boxes!
Children can explore nature in fun-filled, educational ways at home!
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Plan Your Visit
Due to COVID-19, the Center's trails are only open through pre-registration. Visit our calendar to choose your time. More >
Fall 2020 Youth Programming
Experiential and educational programming in both in-person and virtual formats. More >
Xtreme Raptor Day
Join us November 7 & 8 for our annual event that celebrates these powerful hunters of the sky. More >
Volunteer
Volunteers perform essential roles by improving the land, assisting in the visitor experience, aiding in educational programs, and others. More >
Become a Member
Join today or give a gift of membership, which includes unlimited admission to the Center. More >
Nature Preschool
Our Nature Preschool is now accepting applications for the 2020/21 school year. Give your child the benefits of a nature-based curriculum. More >
Upcoming Events
Morning Trail Access
In order to ensure healthy social distancing throughout our trail system, all visitors – including… Register >
Afternoon Trail Access
In order to ensure healthy social distancing throughout our trail system, all visitors – including… Register >
Top Stories
Fall Decrescendo
The scattering of trees that have lost their leaves become wisps of angular curiosities surrounded… Read Story >
Climate and the Tension Zone in Wisconsin
If you’ve ever driven between northern and southern Wisconsin, you may have noticed a difference… Read Story >
Autumn: A Time of Transition at the Center
Autumn brings about a time of transition, unlike any other time of year. As the… Read Story >