Let's explore the night life as we quietly venture down the moonlit trails using our nocturnal senses. Remember, night is when many animals are most active. Who might we hear rustling nearby and calling out in the eerie silent night off in the distance? Do you have night vision, what color do you see, and […]
We are excited to invite you to Dahlem’s Volunteer Celebration on November 14th from 3:00-5:00 PM. We would like to thank you for your incredible efforts and dedication throughout the year. Please drop in for an afternoon of great company and a sweet treat as we celebrate everything you’ve helped us achieve!
Join us in celebrating our newly-improved exhibit room! Thanks to the Speckhard-Knight Charitable Foundation, we were able to give the room quite the update. Meet a naturalist and participate in some giveaways and raffles. Bring the whole family to check out this month's exhibit and do some hands-on activities. Date: Sunday, November 23rd, 2025 Time: […]
Secrets of Winter Program is for ages 1-5 years old attending with an adult caregiver. Program Description: What happens outside in winter? Explore the cold and frosty forest, and search for clues on how critters survive winter. After story time, we’ll adventure outdoors to search for critter clues. How do they cope with winter’s worst weather? […]
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! Owl Prowl Night Hike will start at 6:00 pm Friday, January 16th 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 […]
Snow Tracks Guided Hike / Exhibit Room and Gift Shop Opening Put your tracking skills to the test as we wander the snowy trails in search of fauna. Learn about the different tracks you may see here at the Dahlem Center, and how different animals survive the winter. We'll start with a quick introduction in […]
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 […]
Travel back to a 1950s soda shop for an evening brimming with sweetness and fundraising! Sample decadent treats from Jackson’s finest local chocolate vendors, sip on signature drinks, enjoy delicious small bites, and listen to lively tunes. Featuring the dazzling music talents of Jackson's own Marcus & Tiffany Shelton Music. Enjoy local chocolate delicacies from […]
Maple's Sweet Story -- 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 1/4 hour tour at 10:00 am (spots available, walk-ins welcome) or 12:30 pm (sold out) to learn about […]
Milky Way Madness, an Astrophotography and Telescopic Night Hike POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE (you may call the office and cancel or you can hold onto your registration). Calling all astronomy lovers! Bring your cameras and your coats to explore the night sky from our wide-open prairie. Learn some basic astronomy and try to capture the […]