Technology and nature are combined more than ever these days. Staff at Sarett have found so many useful (and free) smartphone apps that help us, and can help you, become a better naturalist! Here are…continue reading
Fall bird migration is in full swing and with it comes deadly dangers: window collisions. Glass reflects the landscape and birds think they can continue flying into the “trees.” Predators take advantage of the increase…continue reading
COVID-19 UPDATE Sarett Nature Center’s trails remain open and free of charge to the community during these challenging times. The board and staff of Sarett strongly believe access to nature is important for people’s physical,…continue reading
While shooting video footage with fellow Sarett Naturalists at Grand Mere State Park, we observed the most spectacular display of cardinal flower, Lobelia cardinalis, any of us had ever seen! For hundreds of feet, we…continue reading
Black-eyed Susans can be seen in gardens and growing naturally in roadside waste areas. Originally found in the western plains of North America, the sun-loving, yellow-pedaled flowers “migrated” eastward as European settlers cleared forests for…continue reading
FAMILY NATURE ADVENTURES Sarett is offering a new, safe way to enjoy a naturalist-led adventure at the nature center. You and your family can reserve your own private experience without worrying about social distancing from…continue reading
Dear Sarett Members and Supporters, The pandemic has shaken all our lives and many of us have turned to nature for a safe place for rest, recovery, and friendship. I am asking you to reflect…continue reading
Butterfly Updates Bouncing Back from Extinction A Mitchell's satyr butterfly from this year. Good news (and we could all use a little good news these days)- the naturalists at Sarett counted over 60 Mitchell’s satyrs…continue reading
Five woodchuck pups emerged from their den under my porch this week after weeks of staying underground and growing with Mom. She has used this den for the last few years but this week I…continue reading
Hummingbirds are arriving back to southwest Michigan after long migratory journeys from southern Florida or Central America. These late spring migrants, some of which cross the Gulf of Mexico in a single flight, can be…continue reading
