Cancelled Who Lives There? Program for Sharp Park Academy (Kindergarten)
2020-05-15 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Detroit) | Dahlem, Jackson’s Nature Place, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, 49201, United States
Who Lives There? School Program
Cancelled due to covid-19 pandemic
Date: May 15, 2020
Time: 9:30-11:00 am
School: Sharp Park Academy; Kindergarten classes
Search for animal homes and clues that animals live here at Dahlem. Discover where and why animals make their homes the way they do. Become a careful outdoor observer and discover the animals at Dahlem as they seek to satisfy their basic needs of food, water, shelter, and space. Standards: K.LS1.1 1.LS1.A 2.LS2.A
Program aligns to Michigan Common Core Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and STEM

Cancelled - Spring Birds for White Pine Academy (2nd/3rd grade)
2020-05-21 09:00 - 11:00 | Dahlem, Jackson’s Nature Place, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, 49201, United States
Spring Birds School Program
Cancelled due to covid-19 pandemic
Date: May 21, 2020
Time: 9:00-11:00 am
School: White Pine Academy; 2nd/3rd grade
Peer at our feathered friends through Dahlem Center binoculars! Learn about bird nests, songs, adaptations, and how to identify field marks during an interactive trail hike and hands-on STEM lab activities.
Standards: K.LS1.1 1.LS1.1 1LS1.D 3.LS2.1 3.LS4.B. Program aligns to Michigan Common Core Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and STEM

Explore the Night: Night Hike & Guided Telescope Observing
2020-08-20 20:00 - 22:00 | MI
Join Ella Sharp Museum and the Dahlem Center for a wonderful night under the stars!
Let’s explore and use our night senses! The goal for our night walk, led by Dahlem Naturalist Educator Carrie Benham, is to help people enjoy being outdoors after dark, help them feel safe, and share information about nocturnal animals, the senses they use at night, and how we can better develop our own senses and awareness of the dark. Afterwards, Ella Sharp Museum will be providing hands-free guided telescope observing with Planetarium Operator, Austin Edmister. We will be observing to view the planets and many other celestial wonders, and watching the stars come out. Telescope observing is dependent on clear skies and weather permitting. Tickets are nonrefundable. In the event of a rain day, tickets will be applied to a rescheduled date.
Please note, outdoor capacity is limited as we will be practicing social distancing on the trails. Attendees will be required to fill out a health screening survey, have their temperature checked, and must wear a mask. There will also be hands-free telescope observing and sanitization products will be present.
Proceeds from this program benefit both the Dahlem Center and Ella Sharp Museum.

Price: $10/person, per program. Register online at Ella Sharp Museum
Dates:
August 20 @ 8:00 pm … SOLD OUT
September 17 @ 7:30 pm … SOLD OUT
October 15 @ 7:00 pm … just a few tickets available
November 19 @ 6:00 pm
Event Location: The Dahlem Center
7117 South Jackson Road
Jackson, MI 49201

Explore the Night: Night Hike & Guided Telescope Observing - Sept. 17
2020-09-17 19:30 - 21:30 | MI

Explore the Night: Night Hike & Guided Telescope Observing - Oct. 15
2020-10-15 19:00 - 21:00 | MI
Join Ella Sharp Museum and the Dahlem Center for a wonderful night under the stars!
Let’s explore and use our night senses! The goal for our night walk, led by Dahlem Naturalist Educator Carrie Benham, is to help people enjoy being outdoors after dark, help them feel safe, and share information about nocturnal animals, the senses they use at night, and how we can better develop our own senses and awareness of the dark. Afterwards, Ella Sharp Museum will be providing hands-free guided telescope observing with Planetarium Operator, Austin Edmister. We will be observing to view the planets and many other celestial wonders, and watching the stars come out. Telescope observing is dependent on clear skies and weather permitting. Tickets are nonrefundable. In the event of a rain day, tickets will be applied to a rescheduled date.
Please note, outdoor capacity is limited as we will be practicing social distancing on the trails. Attendees will be required to fill out a health screening survey, have their temperature checked, and must wear a mask. There will also be hands-free telescope observing and sanitization products will be present.
Proceeds from this program benefit both the Dahlem Center and Ella Sharp Museum.

Price: $10/person, per program. Register online at Ella Sharp Museum
Dates:
August 20 @ 8:00 pm … SOLD OUT
September 17 @ 7:30 pm … SOLD OUT
October 15 @ 7:00 pm … SOLD OUT
November 19 @ 6:00 pm
Event Location: The Dahlem Center
7117 South Jackson Road
Jackson, MI 49201

Explore the Night: Night Hike & Guided Telescope Observing - Nov. 19
2020-11-19 18:00 - 20:00 | MI

Explore the Night: Night Hike & Guided Telescope Observing - January 21, 2021 CANCELLED
2021-01-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Dahlem, Jackson’s Nature Place, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, 49201, United States
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Explore the Night
Join Ella Sharp Museum and the Dahlem Center for a wonderful night under the stars! Let’s explore and use our night senses. The goal for our night walk led my Dahlem Naturalist Educator Carrie Benham is to help people enjoy being outdoors after dark, help them feel safe, and share information about nocturnal animals, the senses they use at night, and how we can better develop our own senses and awareness of the dark. Afterwards, Ella Sharp will be providing guided telescope observing. We will be observing the dark sky to view the planets, watch the stars come out, and many other celestial wonders. Telescope observing is dependent on clear skies. Tickets are nonrefundable. In the event of a rain day, tickets will be applied to a rescheduled date.

Price: $8 for members (either Dahlem or Ella) / $10 for non-members
Register online at Ella Sharp Museum
Dates:

January 21, 2021 @ 6:00 pm ~~ CANCELLED
February 18, 2021 @ 6:00 pm
March 18, 2021 @ 7:30 pm
April 15, 2021 @ 8:00 pm
June 17, 2021 @ Time TBD
July 15, 2021 @ Time TBD
August 19, 2021 @ Time TBD
September 16, 2021 @ Time TBD
October 21, 2021 @ Time TBD
November 18, 2021 @ Time TBD
December 16, 2021 @ Time TBD

Please note, outdoor capacity is limited as we will be practicing social distancing on the trails. Attendees will be required to fill out a health screening survey, have their temperature checked, and must wear a mask. There will also be hands-free telescope observing and sanitization products will be present.

Proceeds from this program benefit both the Dahlem Center and Ella Sharp Museum.

Event Location:
Dahlem Center
7117 South Jackson Road
Jackson, MI 49201

Explore the Night: Night Hike & Guided Telescope Observing - February 18, 2021
2021-02-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Dahlem, Jackson’s Nature Place, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, 49201, United States
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Explore the Night — CANCELLED
Join Ella Sharp Museum and the Dahlem Center for a wonderful night under the stars! Let’s explore and use our night senses. The goal for our night walk led my Dahlem Naturalist Educator Carrie Benham is to help people enjoy being outdoors after dark, help them feel safe, and share information about nocturnal animals, the senses they use at night, and how we can better develop our own senses and awareness of the dark. Afterwards, Ella Sharp will be providing guided telescope observing. We will be observing the dark sky to view the planets, watch the stars come out, and many other celestial wonders. Telescope observing is dependent on clear skies. Tickets are nonrefundable. In the event of a rain day, tickets will be applied to a rescheduled date.

Price: $8 for members (either Dahlem or Ella) / $10 for non-members
Register online at Ella Sharp Museum
Dates:

January 21, 2021 @ 6:00 pm
February 18, 2021 @ 6:00 pm CANCELLED
March 18, 2021 @ 7:30 pm
April 15, 2021 @ 8:00 pm
June 17, 2021 @ Time TBD
July 15, 2021 @ Time TBD
August 19, 2021 @ Time TBD
September 16, 2021 @ Time TBD
October 21, 2021 @ Time TBD
November 18, 2021 @ Time TBD

Please note, outdoor capacity is limited as we will be practicing social distancing on the trails. Attendees will be required to fill out a health screening survey, have their temperature checked, and must wear a mask. There will also be hands-free telescope observing and sanitization products will be present.

Proceeds from this program benefit both the Dahlem Center and Ella Sharp Museum.

Event Location:
Dahlem Center
7117 South Jackson Road
Jackson, MI 49201

Explore the Night: Night Hike & Guided Telescope Observing - April 22, 2021
2021-04-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Dahlem, Jackson’s Nature Place, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, 49201, United States
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Explore the Night

Let’s explore and use our night senses! Join Ella Sharp Museum and the Dahlem Center for a wonderful night under the stars!
The night walk, led by Dahlem Naturalist Educator Carrie Benham, is to help people enjoy being outdoors after dark. We intend to help you feel safe while outdoors at night, share information about nocturnal animals and the senses they use, and how we as humans can better develop our own senses and awareness of the dark.
Ella Sharp Museum will be providing hands-free guided telescope observing with Planetarium Operator, Austin Edmister. We will be observing to view the planets and many other celestial wonders, and watching the stars come out. Telescope observing is dependent on clear skies and weather permitting.
Tickets are nonrefundable. In the event of a rain day, tickets will be applied to a rescheduled date. Recommended for ages 16+.
Please note, outdoor capacity is limited as we will be practicing social distancing on the trails. Attendees will be required to fill out a health screening survey, have their temperature checked, and must wear a mask. There will also be hands-free telescope observing and sanitization products will be present.
Thank you for your support of two local non-profits during this difficult time. Proceeds from this program benefit both the Dahlem Center and Ella Sharp Museum. Your ticket supports this program and future programming.
Registration: go to Ella Sharp Museum’s website https://ellasharpmuseum.org/classes-and-events/explore-the-night
Program Location: Dahlem Center, 7117 S Jackson Rd, Jackson, MI 49201
Price: $12 per person
Dates:

April 22, 2021 @ 7:00pm
May 27, 2021 @ 8:00pm
August 26, 2021 @ 7:30pm
September 23, 2021 @ 6:30pm
October 28, 2021 @ 6:00pm
November 18, 2021 @ 6:00pm

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Explore the Night: Night Hike & Guided Telescope Observing - May 27, 2021
2021-05-27 20:30 - 22:00 | Dahlem, Jackson’s Nature Place, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, 49201, United States
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Explore the Night

Let’s explore and use our night senses! Join Ella Sharp Museum and the Dahlem Center for a wonderful night under the stars!
The night walk, led by Dahlem Naturalist Educator Carrie Benham, is to help people enjoy being outdoors after dark. We intend to help you feel safe while outdoors at night, share information about nocturnal animals and the senses they use, and how we as humans can better develop our own senses and awareness of the dark.
Ella Sharp Museum will be providing hands-free guided telescope observing with Planetarium Operator, Austin Edmister. We will be observing to view the planets and many other celestial wonders, and watching the stars come out. Telescope observing is dependent on clear skies and weather permitting.
Tickets are nonrefundable. In the event of a rain day, tickets will be applied to a rescheduled date. Recommended for ages 16+.
Please note, outdoor capacity is limited as we will be practicing social distancing on the trails. Attendees will be required to fill out a health screening survey, have their temperature checked, and must wear a mask. There will also be hands-free telescope observing and sanitization products will be present.
Thank you for your support of two local non-profits during this difficult time. Proceeds from this program benefit both the Dahlem Center and Ella Sharp Museum. Your ticket supports this program and future programming.
Registration: go to Ella Sharp Museum’s website https://ellasharpmuseum.org/classes-and-events/explore-the-night
Program Location: Dahlem Center, 7117 S Jackson Rd, Jackson, MI 49201
Price: $12 per person
Dates:

April 22, 2021 @ 7:00pm
May 27, 2021 @ 8:30pm
August 26, 2021 @ 7:30pm
September 23, 2021 @ 6:30pm
October 28, 2021 @ 6:00pm
November 18, 2021 @ 6:00pm

Click here to Register Now!

Explore the Night: Night Hike & Guided Telescope Observing - August 26, 2021
2021-08-26 19:30 - 21:30 | Dahlem, Jackson’s Nature Place, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, 49201, United States

Explore the Night: Night Hike & Guided Telescope Observing - September 23, 2021
2021-09-23 18:30 - 20:30 | Dahlem, Jackson’s Nature Place, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, 49201, United States
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Explore the Night – Sept 23 Cancelled due to poor weather

Let’s explore and use our night senses! Join Ella Sharp Museum and the Dahlem Center for a wonderful night under the stars!
The night walk, led by Dahlem Naturalist Educator Carrie Benham, is to help people enjoy being outdoors after dark. We intend to help you feel safe while outdoors at night, share information about nocturnal animals and the senses they use, and how we as humans can better develop our own senses and awareness of the dark.
Ella Sharp Museum will be providing hands-free guided telescope observing with Planetarium Operator, Austin Edmister. We will be observing to view the planets and many other celestial wonders, and watching the stars come out. Telescope observing is dependent on clear skies and weather permitting.
Tickets are nonrefundable. In the event of a rain day, tickets will be applied to a rescheduled date. Recommended for ages 16+.
Please note, outdoor capacity is limited as we will be practicing social distancing on the trails. Attendees will be required to fill out a health screening survey, have their temperature checked, and must wear a mask. There will also be hands-free telescope observing and sanitization products will be present.
Thank you for your support of two local non-profits during this difficult time. Proceeds from this program benefit both the Dahlem Center and Ella Sharp Museum. Your ticket supports this program and future programming.
Registration: go to Ella Sharp Museum’s website https://ellasharpmuseum.org/classes-and-events/explore-the-night
Program Location: Dahlem Center, 7117 S Jackson Rd, Jackson, MI 49201
Price: $12 per person
Dates:

April 22, 2021 @ 7:00pm
May 27, 2021 @ 8:30pm
August 26, 2021 @ 7:30pm
September 23, 2021 @ 6:30pm – cancelled due to poor weather
October 28, 2021 @ 6:00pm
November 18, 2021 @ 6:00pm

Click here to Register Now!

Explore the Night: Night Hike & Guided Telescope Observing - October 28, 2021
2021-10-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Dahlem, Jackson’s Nature Place, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, 49201, United States

Explore the Night: Night Hike & Guided Telescope Observing - November 18, 2021
2021-11-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Dahlem, Jackson’s Nature Place, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, 49201, United States

Maple Madness Interpretive Tours
2022-03-19 10:00 - 13:30 | Dahlem, Jackson’s Nature Place, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, 49201, United States
Maple Madness Interpretive Tours — Dahlem’s maple sugaring operation is small but an ideal site to demonstrate the science of collecting maple tree sap and making our favorite tasty maple syrup topping.
Sign up for an interpretive guided 1 1/2 hour tour at 10:00 am or 12:00 pm to learn about the history of sugaring, and learn through hands-on STEM activities; how to identify the right trees to tap, how tapping is done, how trees ‘work’, and finally, see the sap being boiled down at the sugar shack, and where everyone gets to taste the sweet golden nectar of the sugar maple.
Fee: $6/Dahlem member; $8/non-member; $20 Member Family (same household) and $25 Non-member Family (same household). Advanced registration required. Complete the registration form below or call the office at 517-782-3453 ext. 0 to sign up and pay for your spot. Registration deadline is Friday, March 18 at 12:00 pm.
The Dahlem Conservancy, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson 49201 just 15 minutes from downtown Jackson.

Explore The Night - The Sweet Science of Maple Syrup @ the Ella Sharp Museum
2022-03-24 18:30 - 19:30 | Ella Sharp Museum, 3225 Fourth St, Jackson, MI, 49203, United States
CANCELLED due to low registration. Please register for our April 28th program.
Sticky, sweet, and can’t be beat – March is a month for maples! Join the Ella Sharp Museum and Dahlem Nature Center to experience the history and science of making maple syrup. Take part in hands-on demonstrations, experiment with sap-tasting, and experience the history and science of turning tree sap to syrup – right here in Jackson!
“Explore the Night!” is a collaboration between the Ella Sharp Museum and Dahlem Nature Center. Join us each month for a family-friendly evening program exploring the exhibits, collections, and grounds of these Jackson institutions. This program is recommended for ages 10+ years.
Refund Policy: Tickets are non-refundable. Upon request, tickets can be moved to another event date, within the same year and of equal value. For questions or ticket transfers, please contact the Director of Learning and Engagement at 517-787-2320 or KatieG@EllaSharp.org.

Location: Ella Sharp Museum, 3225 4th Street, Jackson, Michigan 49203
Date: Thursday, March 24th, 2022 @ 6:30 PM
Price: $12 for 18+, $8 for 17 or younger

Register online at Ella Sharp Museum website

Explore the Night Frogs and Toads @ the Dahlem
2022-04-28 19:00 - 21:00 | MI
Hop to it – April is all about frogs and toads! Join Dahlem Nature Center and the Ella Sharp Museum for an in-depth exploration of these wetland creatures. First, meet live examples of Michigan’s frogs and toads, and experience rarely-seen pieces of wildlife art from the Andrews Wildlife Collection. Then grab your galoshes and join a frog-hunting hike! Participants will learn to identify frog calls and how to safely catch and release live frogs.
“Explore the Night!” is a collaboration between the Ella Sharp Museum and Dahlem Nature Center. Join us each month for a family-friendly evening program exploring the exhibits, collections, and grounds of these Jackson institutions. This program is recommended for ages 10+.
Refund Policy: Tickets are non-refundable. Upon request, tickets can be moved to another event date, within the same year and of equal value. For questions or ticket transfers, please contact the Director of Learning and Engagement at 517-787-2320 or KatieG@EllaSharp.org.

Location: Dahlem, 71147 South Jackson Road, Jackson MI 49201
Date: Thursday, April 28th, 2022 @ 7:00 PM
Price: $12 for 18+, $8 for 17 or younger

Register online at Ella Sharp Museum website

Explore The Night - Forestry @ the Ella Sharp Museum
2022-05-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Ella Sharp Museum, 3225 Fourth St, Jackson, MI, 49203, United States
TIMBER! Join the Ella Sharp Museum and Dahlem Nature Center to experience the history and science of forestry on the grounds of the Ella Sharp Museum. Learn how to identify trees in your own backyard, solve the mystery of a local tree that went to space, and explore the surprising connections between Ella and Michigan’s forests. Plus, take part in hands-on activities and demonstrations!
“Explore the Night!” is a collaboration between the Ella Sharp Museum and Dahlem Nature Center. Join us each month for a family-friendly evening program exploring the exhibits, collections, and grounds of these Jackson institutions. This program is recommended for ages 10+ years.
Refund Policy: Tickets are non-refundable. Upon request, tickets can be moved to another event date, within the same year and of equal value. For questions or ticket transfers, please contact the Director of Learning and Engagement at 517-787-2320 or KatieG@EllaSharp.org.

Location: Ella Sharp Museum, 3225 4th Street, Jackson, Michigan 49203
Date: Thursday, May 19th, 2022 @ 6:00 PM
Price: $12 for 18+, $8 for 17 or younger

Register online at Ella Sharp Museum website

Explore The Night - Insects in Focus @ Ella Sharp Museum
2022-09-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Ella Sharp Museum, 3225 Fourth St, Jackson, MI, 49203, United States
Visiting museums at night feels majestic – especially with exhibits like Small Wonders: Insects in Focus. Its unique, larger-than-life beauty allows you to see a hidden world like you have never seen. Join us for a fun evening of interactive insect activities that will inspire, in an artistic way, our natural curiosity to understand the form, function, and diversity of nature.
“Explore the Night!” is a collaboration between the Ella Sharp Museum and Dahlem Nature Center. Join us each month for a family-friendly evening program exploring the exhibits, collections, and grounds of these Jackson institutions. This program is recommended for ages 10+.

Price: $12 for Adults, $8 for Members
Date: September 22 @ 7pm

Location: Ella Sharp Museum, 3225 4th Street, Jackson, Michigan 49203
Refund Policy: Tickets are non-refundable. Upon request, tickets can be moved to another event date, within the same year and of equal value. For questions or ticket transfers, please contact the Director of Learning and Engagement at 517-787-2320

Register online at Ella Sharp Museum website

Mighty Naturalist Program; Nature Painting and Textures Art Class
2022-12-16 09:30 - 10:45 | MI
Nature Painting and Textures Art Class is for children ages 1-5 years old attending with an adult caregiver.
Program Description: Nature art in different forms, and the one we will experiment with is textures using simple natural items, Play-Doh, paint, and crayons. Let’s look around to see what textures we can find in the natural world, then we’ll collect a variety of items to take back to the classroom to experiment and discover the fascinating impressions and designs with nature’s stampers.
This is the perfect time to make and gift original artwork to someone special.
Fee per Program: $8 per child ($5 Dahlem member); free for adult caregiver & infants. Additional children older than 5 years are charged the program fee.
Advanced Registration Required. Please register online at www.dahlemcenter.org/events or call 517-782-3453 to reserve your spot for you and your mighty naturalist(s). Payment due upon registration. Registered participants who did not attend program and/or give minimum 24 hour cancellation notice will not be refunded.
Share your love of nature with your young child(ren). We will explore and play with nature while developing critical early childhood skills and growing self-confidence. The Mighty Naturalist Programs are geared toward children 5 years and younger with an adult caregiver to learn about animals, winter survival, birds, tracks, and more. Each program offers a different theme and activities to give you and your mighty naturalist many program opportunities. Invite your friends to sign up, too.
Mighty Naturalist Schedule December 2022-March 2023
December 16; Nature Painting and Textures Art Class
January 6; Winter Animal Tracks
January 13; Our Feathered Friends
January 20; The Living Tree House
January 27; How Animals Survive in Winter Time
February 3; Super Squirrely
February 10; All About Turtles
March 31; Life Under A Log

Register Online

Digging into Owl Pellets and Hike
2023-01-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Dahlem, Jackson’s Nature Place, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, 49201, United States
Winter Break activity for students in grades 4th to 8th.
What adaptations do owls need to survive in the wild? Let’s examine owl “vomit” with this hands-on activity to dissect an owl pellet and learn what our local owls eat. We’ll find cool stuff like tiny skulls, bones, and feathers. Afterwards we’ll take a trail hike and finish up on the Natural Playscape. A fun-filled morning! This reminds us of summer camp but in winter.
Fee: $8/per Dahlem member; $10/per non-member. Fee includes the cost of one owl pellet and supplies. Advanced registration is required. Complete the registration form below or call the office at 517-782-3453 ext. 0 to sign up and pay for your spot. Registration deadline is Tuesday, January 3rd at 5:00 pm. We have a 24 hour cancellation policy. If you don’t call to cancel and don’t show, you will be charged the full amount.
The Dahlem Conservancy, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson 49201 is just 15 minutes from downtown Jackson.

Mighty Naturalist Program; Winter Animal Tracks
2023-01-06 09:30 - 10:45 | MI
THIS PROGRAM IS SOLD OUT
Winter Animal Tracks is for children ages 1-5 years old attending with an adult caregiver.
Program Description: How animals make tracks can tell us what they are, what they’re doing and where they’re headed. We’ll read a story go on a hunt to see where animal tracks take us; across a trail and up a tree, along the stream, or maybe to a protected home hidden under trees? Indoors we will use rubber tracks to create our own tracks and stories. One step at a time and you’ll learn the common tracks we see this time of year.
Fee per Program: $8 per child ($5 Dahlem member); free for adult caregiver & infants. Additional children older than 5 years are charged the program fee.
Advanced Registration Required. Please register online at www.dahlemcenter.org/events or call 517-782-3453 to reserve your spot for you and your mighty naturalist(s). Payment due upon registration. Registered participants who did not attend program and/or give minimum 24 hour cancellation notice will not be refunded.
Share your love of nature with your young child(ren). We will explore and play with nature while developing critical early childhood skills and growing self-confidence. The Mighty Naturalist Programs are geared toward children 5 years and younger with an adult caregiver to learn about animals, winter survival, birds, tracks, and more. Each program offers a different theme and activities to give you and your mighty naturalist many program opportunities. Invite your friends to sign up, too.
Mighty Naturalist Schedule December 2022-March 2023
December 16; Nature Painting and Textures Art Class
January 6; Winter Animal Tracks
January 13; Our Feathered Friends
January 20; The Living Tree House
January 27; How Animals Survive in Winter Time
February 3; Super Squirrely
February 10; All About Turtles
March 31; Life Under A Log

Register Online

Mighty Naturalist Program; Our Feathered Friends
2023-01-13 09:30 - 10:45 | MI
Our Feathered Friends is for children ages 1-5 years old attending with an adult caregiver.
Program Description: What is unique about birds, and what do their characteristics (feathers, feet, beak, color, etc.) tell us about their life? We will read a bird-themed story, look at bird feathers, take a short birding hike to observe our local birds in action, then return indoors for hands-on ‘beak’ activities, and a make ‘n take craft.
Fee per Program: $8 per child ($5 Dahlem member); free for adult caregiver & infants. Additional children older than 5 years are charged the program fee.
Advanced Registration Required. Please register online at www.dahlemcenter.org/events or call 517-782-3453 to reserve your spot for you and your mighty naturalist(s). Payment due upon registration. Registered participants who did not attend program and/or give minimum 24 hour cancellation notice will not be refunded.
Share your love of nature with your young child(ren). We will explore and play with nature while developing critical early childhood skills and growing self-confidence. The Mighty Naturalist Programs are geared toward children 5 years and younger with an adult caregiver to learn about animals, winter survival, birds, tracks, and more. Each program offers a different theme and activities to give you and your mighty naturalist many program opportunities. Invite your friends to sign up, too.
Mighty Naturalist Schedule December 2022-March 2023
December 16; Nature Painting and Textures Art Class
January 6; Winter Animal Tracks
January 13; Our Feathered Friends
January 20; The Living Tree House
January 27; How Animals Survive in Winter Time
February 3; Super Squirrely
February 10; All About Turtles
March 31; Life Under A Log

Register Online

Owl Prowl (adult program)
2023-01-19 18:30 - 20:00 | Dahlem, Jackson’s Nature Place, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, 49201, United States
SOLD OUT…. Thank you!
Owl Prowl Night Hike will start at 6:30 pm with a short indoor presentation to learn about the owl species that reside in Michigan, their adaptations, and then we’ll take a night hike on Dahlem’s quiet trails listening for owls and other night creatures. We will use an artificial device to call out to owls with anticipation that they answer back. In past, the Great Horned, Barred and Screech owls have replied. This is a fun night not to be missed. Make it a ‘date night’ without kids.
Fee: $8/per Dahlem member; $10/per non-member. Advanced registration is required. Complete the registration form below or call the office at 517-782-3453 ext. 0 to sign up and pay for your spot. Registration deadline is Tuesday, January 17th at 5:00 pm. We have a 24 hour cancellation policy. If you don’t call to cancel and don’t show, you will be charged the full amount.
Bring a small flashlight to carry in your coat pocket. Our goal is to use our night vision just as our nocturnal creatures do to venture through night and let our other senses direct us on the trails.
The Dahlem Conservancy, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson 49201 is just 15 minutes from downtown Jackson.

Mighty Naturalist Program; The Living Tree House
2023-01-20 09:30 - 10:45 | MI
SOLD OUT…
The Living Tree House Program is for children ages 1-5 years old attending with an adult caregiver.
Program Description: Nature is full of hidden clues about the animals that live there. You may not know where to look or what to look for but animal clues are everywhere. You’ll learn how to spot and identify common clues that animals live in or near forest trees. We’ll read a story, go on a short outdoor adventure, then head into the classroom to see an assortment of animal furs and homes, and make a craft.
Fee per Program: $8 per child ($5 Dahlem member); free for adult caregiver & infants. Additional children older than 5 years are charged the program fee.
Advanced Registration Required. Please register online at www.dahlemcenter.org/events or call 517-782-3453 to reserve your spot for you and your mighty naturalist(s). Payment due upon registration. Registered participants who did not attend program and/or give minimum 24 hour cancellation notice will not be refunded.
Share your love of nature with your young child(ren). We will explore and play with nature while developing critical early childhood skills and growing self-confidence. The Mighty Naturalist Programs are geared toward children 5 years and younger with an adult caregiver to learn about animals, winter survival, birds, tracks, and more. Each program offers a different theme and activities to give you and your mighty naturalist many program opportunities. Invite your friends to sign up, too.
Mighty Naturalist Schedule December 2022-March 2023
December 16; Nature Painting and Textures Art Class
January 6; Winter Animal Tracks
January 13; Our Feathered Friends
January 20; The Living Tree House
January 27; How Animals Survive in Winter Time
February 3; Super Squirrely
February 10; All About Turtles
March 31; Life Under A Log

Register Online

Mighty Naturalist Program; How Animals Survive in Winter Time
2023-01-27 09:30 - 10:45 | MI
SOLD OUT. Please call the office to be put on the waitlist. Office Phone 517-782-3453 ext. 0

How Animals Survive in Winter Program is for ages 1-5 years old with an adult caregiver.
Program Description: What are some actions nature takes and why to survive winter? We will explore and learn about hibernation, migration and adaptation. Monarchs fly to Mexico, Groundhog goes to bed, and Weasel changes his wardrobe! Find out how other animals cope with winter’s worst weather. We will spend time outdoors seeking clues before heading into the classroom for stories, hands-on activities and craft time.
Fee per Program: $8 per child ($5 Dahlem member); free for adult caregiver & infants. Additional children older than 5 years are charged the program fee.
Advanced Registration Required. Please register online at www.dahlemcenter.org/events or call 517-782-3453 to reserve your spot for you and your mighty naturalist(s). Payment due upon registration. Registered participants who did not attend program and/or give minimum 24 hour cancellation notice will not be refunded.
Share your love of nature with your young child(ren). We will explore and play with nature while developing critical early childhood skills and growing self-confidence. The Mighty Naturalist Programs are geared toward children 5 years and younger with an adult caregiver to learn about animals, winter survival, birds, tracks, and more. Each program offers a different theme and activities to give you and your mighty naturalist many program opportunities. Invite your friends to sign up, too.
Mighty Naturalist Schedule December 2022-March 2023
December 16; Nature Painting and Textures Art Class
January 6; Winter Animal Tracks
January 13; Our Feathered Friends
January 20; The Living Tree House
January 27; How Animals Survive in Winter Time
February 3; Super Squirrely
February 10; All About Turtles
March 31; Life Under A Log

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Mighty Naturalist Program; Super Squirrely
2023-02-03 09:30 - 10:45 | MI
SOLD OUT. Please call the office to be put on the waitlist. Office Phone 517-782-3453 ext. 0
Super Squirrely Program is for ages 1-5 years old with an adult caregiver.
Program Description: If you followed a squirrel for a day, what would you see? Climbing branches, storing seeds, making homes in tree holes, and maybe even flying! Discover different kinds of squirrels as they scamper, eat, and―finally―sleep. We will go on a squirrely outing to look for clues squirrels are actively busy in winter, head indoors to make ‘n take squirrel craft, and read a cute story about squirrels.
Fee per Program: $8 per child ($5 Dahlem member); free for adult caregiver & infants. Additional children older than 5 years are charged the program fee.
Advanced Registration Required. Please register online at www.dahlemcenter.org/events or call 517-782-3453 to reserve your spot for you and your mighty naturalist(s). Payment due upon registration. Registered participants who did not attend program and/or give minimum 24 hour cancellation notice will not be refunded.
Share your love of nature with your young child(ren). We will explore and play with nature while developing critical early childhood skills and growing self-confidence. The Mighty Naturalist Programs are geared toward children 5 years and younger with an adult caregiver to learn about animals, winter survival, birds, tracks, and more. Each program offers a different theme and activities to give you and your mighty naturalist many program opportunities. Invite your friends to sign up, too.
Mighty Naturalist Schedule December 2022-March 2023
December 16; Nature Painting and Textures Art Class
January 6; Winter Animal Tracks
January 13; Our Feathered Friends
January 20; The Living Tree House
January 27; How Animals Survive in Winter Time
February 3; Super Squirrely
February 10; All About Turtles
March 31; Life Under A Log

Register Online

Mighty Naturalist Program; All About Turtles
2023-02-10 09:30 - 10:45 | MI
SOLD OUT. Please call the office to be put on the waitlist. Office Phone 517-782-3453 ext. 0
All About Turtles Program is for ages 1-5 years old with an adult caregiver.
Program Description: Have you ever wondered about turtles? How many kinds there are, why they have shells, where they live and what they eat? Let’s find out together as we meet our live turtles! Afterwards, make ‘n take a turtle craft.
Fee per Program: $8 per child ($5 Dahlem member); free for adult caregiver & infants. Additional children older than 5 years are charged the program fee.
Advanced Registration Required. Please register online at www.dahlemcenter.org/events or call 517-782-3453 to reserve your spot for you and your mighty naturalist(s). Payment due upon registration. Registered participants who did not attend program and/or give minimum 24 hour cancellation notice will not be refunded.
Share your love of nature with your young child(ren). We will explore and play with nature while developing critical early childhood skills and growing self-confidence. The Mighty Naturalist Programs are geared toward children 5 years and younger with an adult caregiver to learn about animals, winter survival, birds, tracks, and more. Each program offers a different theme and activities to give you and your mighty naturalist many program opportunities. Invite your friends to sign up, too.
Mighty Naturalist Schedule December 2022-March 2023
December 16; Nature Painting and Textures Art Class
January 6; Winter Animal Tracks
January 13; Our Feathered Friends
January 20; The Living Tree House
January 27; How Animals Survive in Winter Time
February 3; Super Squirrely
February 10; All About Turtles
March 31; Life Under A Log

Register Online

Volunteer Training
2023-02-17 13:00 - 16:00 | Dahlem, Jackson’s Nature Place, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, 49201, United States
Volunteer Training
for Maple Sugaring School Programs

Volunteer Trail Leaders (new & returning) interested to teach and lead Maple Sugaring school field trips are invited to attend this informative half day training session. A review of the lesson plan, a walk into the sugar bush to tap maple trees and setting up equipment will get us ready for students (PS-5th grade) to learn the art and science of making maple syrup!
Our Maple Sugaring school program is offered to the Greater Jackson area schools February 20 through March 23, 2023. Volunteers are also requested to help with Maple Madness weekend public program on March 18th. Maple Sugaring is one of Dahlem’s most popular programs for all ages.
If you’re interested, please RSVP to Naturalist Educator Carrie to reserve your seat by Feb. 14 (4:00 pm). Please call 517-782-3453 ext. 106 or email cbenham@dahlemcenter.org. New volunteers to Dahlem, please complete the easy online Volunteer Opportunities Form.
This is a great opportunity for retirees, and any adults and college students interested to work with children and have a love for nature are welcome to become volunteer trail leaders. Training will take place both in/outdoors. Please dress for the weather.

Maple Madness Interpretive Tours
2023-03-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Dahlem, Jackson’s Nature Place, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson, MI, 49201, United States
Maple Madness Interpretive Tours — Dahlem’s maple sugaring operation is small but an ideal site to demonstrate the science of collecting maple tree sap and making our favorite tasty maple syrup topping.
Sign up for an interpretive guided 1 1/2 hour tour at 10:00 am or 12:00 pm to learn about the history of sugaring, and learn through hands-on STEM activities; how to identify the right trees to tap, how tapping is done, how trees ‘work’, and finally, see the sap being boiled down at the sugar shack, and where everyone gets to taste the sweet golden nectar of the sugar maple.
Fee: $6/Dahlem member; $8/non-member; $20 Member Family (same household) and $25 Non-member Family (same household). Advanced registration required. Complete the registration form below or call the office at 517-782-3453 ext. 0 to sign up and pay for your spot. Registration deadline is Friday, March 17 at 12:00 pm. We have a 24 hour cancellation policy. If you don’t call to cancel and don’t show, you will be charged the full amount.
The Dahlem Conservancy, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson 49201 just 15 minutes from downtown Jackson.
