This program is a way to experience Sarett in a whole different way. By being a nature steward you are helping Sarett but you also gain a sense of well-being. Sarett’s crew will teach you many different skills such as collecting viable seeds for future planting, how to identify invasive species from native ones, removing invasive plants, how to survey different types of animals, and much more. If you love being out in nature you will love this program! For ages 10 and older.

The stewardship volunteers will also do their monthly meetup on April 27.

Learn about the recent birds flying over our MOTUS tower. An optional walk will take place after the program. Silver Fox programs are designed for people 55 & older who like to be active and learn something new. This group meets once a month. Please call 269-927-4832 x 101 to register. Members/FREE, Non-members/$5.

The nature center building will be closed today. Please enjoy the trails from 9 AM to dusk!

Back by popular demand! Learn how to identify the rocks and fossils of Michigan and then travel to Pilgrim Haven Natural Area, near South Haven, for some of the best rock hunting in Southwest Michigan. Sarett can provide transportation to Pilgrim Haven and back. Bring a sack lunch, rock collecting container, and be prepared for the weather. This is a VERY popular program and space is limited. Please call 269-927-4832 x 101 to register. Members/$20, Non-members/$25, Children (9 & older)/$10.

Welcome back the spring migrants with Sarett’s annual Birding Bunch. These gatherings are designed for birders of all levels. Bring your binoculars! Other meeting dates include May 3, May 31 & June 7. Please call 269-927-4832 x 101 to register. Member/$7, Non-Member/$10.

This program is a way to experience Sarett in a whole different way. By being a nature steward you are helping Sarett but you also gain a sense of well-being. Sarett’s crew will teach you many different skills such as collecting viable seeds for future planting, how to identify invasive species from native ones, removing invasive plants, how to survey different types of animals, and much more. If you love being out in nature you will love this program! For ages 10 and older.

Sarett Nature Steward volunteers meet weekly every Wednesday at 2:00 PM. The next monthly stewardship day is April 27.

Join a naturalist today to learn about the many amphibians who call Sarett home. A walk to find and listen for these amphibians will be included. Please call 269-927-4832 x 101 to register. Members/$5, Non-Members/$8, Children/$3.

Join a Sarett naturalist for an evening walk looking and listening for the song, dance and aerial display of the American Woodcock. Please call 269-927-4832 x 101 to register. Members/$5, Non-Members/$8, Children/$3. Please dress for the weather!

Join us at Sarett for an afternoon of easy paced, moderate hiking to spend time with your friends and make some new ones out on the trails! This outdoors group is partnered with Outcenter Southwest Michigan for the LGBTQ+ community and their allies. Please call 269-927-4832 x 101 to register. Members/FREE, Non-Members/$5.

Are you interested in learning more about birds? Maybe you want to start a new and exciting hobby? Look no further! Sarett’s Birding for Beginners class is for you! This introduction will cover everything you need to know whether you are wondering which birds are visiting your feeders or if you want to go far afield. We will even provide binoculars for you to use during class time. Member/ $30, Non-Member/ $42 for all seven classes OR Member/ $5, Non-Member/ $7 per class. Please call 269-927-4832 x 101 to register.

Other Meeting Dates are: April 26, May 10 & 24, and June 7

This program is a way to experience Sarett in a whole different way. By being a nature steward you are helping Sarett but you also gain a sense of well-being. Sarett’s crew will teach you many different skills such as collecting viable seeds for future planting, how to identify invasive species from native ones, removing invasive plants, how to survey different types of animals, and much more. If you love being out in nature you will love this program! For ages 10 and older.

Sarett Nature Steward volunteers meet weekly every Wednesday at 2:00 PM. The next monthly stewardship day is April 27.

Join us for our annual 5k trail run and walk on Saturday, April 5th, 2025. We also have a one mile kids fun run that starts at 8:30 am. Registration fees are: $1 for the kids one mile fun run, $20 for the 5k run and walk before March 14th, $25 for the 5k from March 15th to April 3rd, and $30 for the 5k from April 4th to 5th.

You can register online HERE or you can mail in or drop off your registration form.

Printable forms will also be available. To guarantee your race shirt, you must register by March 21, 2025.

Call (269) 927-4832 x 102 if you have questions or need more information.

This program is a way to experience Sarett in a whole different way. By being a nature steward you are helping Sarett but you also gain a sense of well-being. Sarett’s crew will teach you many different skills such as collecting viable seeds for future planting, how to identify invasive species from native ones, removing invasive plants, how to survey different types of animals, and much more. If you love being out in nature you will love this program! For ages 10 and older.

Sarett Nature Steward volunteers meet weekly every Wednesday at 2:00 PM. The next monthly stewardship day is April 27.

Learn the art of egg dyeing known as pysanky, or Ukrainian Eggs. This delicate process uses special tools to draw on eggs with beeswax between rounds of dyeing the eggs in vibrant colors. Participants will be able to complete one egg, available the weekend after the program, after the eggs have been sealed. This program is for adults only. Space is limited. Please call 269-927-4832 x 101 to register. Member/ $20, Non-member/ $25.

Are you interested in learning more about birds? Maybe you want to start a new and exciting hobby? Look no further! Sarett’s Birding for Beginners class is for you! This introduction will cover everything you need to know whether you are wondering which birds are visiting your feeders or if you want to go far afield. We will even provide binoculars for you to use during class time. Member/ $30, Non-Member/ $42 for all seven classes OR Member/ $5, Non-Member/ $7 per class. Please call 269-927-4832 x 101 to register.

Other Meeting Dates are: April 12 & 26, May 10 & 24, and June 7

This program is a way to experience Sarett in a whole different way. By being a nature steward you are helping Sarett but you also gain a sense of well-being. Sarett’s crew will teach you many different skills such as collecting viable seeds for future planting, how to identify invasive species from native ones, removing invasive plants, how to survey different types of animals, and much more. If you love being out in nature you will love this program! For ages 10 and older.

Sarett Nature Steward volunteers meet weekly every Wednesday at 2:00 PM. The next monthly stewardship day is April 27.

Come out today to meet our raptors! An optional walk will take place after the program. Silver Fox programs are designed for people 55 & older who like to be active and learn something new. This group meets once a month. Please call 269-927-4832 x 101 to register. Member/FREE, Non-member/$5.

Hit the trails using your own hand-made walking stick. Please call 269-927-4832 x 101 to register. Member/$8, Non-member/$10, Children (9 & older)/ $5.

Join a naturalist in helping restore and maintain native plant ecosystems at Sarett every month! Volunteers will help by removing invasive plants while learning to identify key species of both native and invasive plants. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring water.

The next monthly stewardship day is April 27. The stewardship volunteers also meet weekly every Wednesday at 2:00 PM.

Welcome back the spring migrants with Sarett’s annual Birding Bunch. These gatherings are designed for birders of all levels. Bring your binoculars! Other meeting dates include April 19, May 3, May 31 & June 7. Please call 269-927-4832 x 101 to register. Member/$7, Non-Member/$10.

This program is a way to experience Sarett in a whole different way. By being a nature steward you are helping Sarett but you also gain a sense of well-being. Sarett’s crew will teach you many different skills such as collecting viable seeds for future planting, how to identify invasive species from native ones, removing invasive plants, how to survey different types of animals, and much more. If you love being out in nature you will love this program! For ages 10 and older.

Sarett Nature Steward volunteers meet weekly every Wednesday at 2:00 PM. Other monthly stewardship days include March 23, and April 27.

Welcome early spring with a demonstration on maple sugaring. Enjoy a talk and a stroll through the woods to learn how maple syrup is made. Learn to identify maple trees, how to tap and collect the sap and how to turn that sap into delicious amber syrup. Please call to register 269-927-4832 x 101. Space is limited! Member/$5, Non-Member/$8, Children/$3. Maple treats will be available for sale.

Are you interested in learning more about birds? Maybe you want to start a new and exciting hobby? Look no further! Sarett’s Birding for Beginners class is for you! This introduction will cover everything you need to know whether you are wondering which birds are visiting your feeders or if you want to go far afield. We will even provide binoculars for you to use during class time. Member/ $30, Non-Member/ $42 for all seven classes OR Member/ $5, Non-Member/ $7 per class. Please call 269-927-4832 x 101 to register.

Other Meeting Dates are: March 29, April 12 & 26, May 10 & 24, and June 7

This program is a way to experience Sarett in a whole different way. By being a nature steward you are helping Sarett but you also gain a sense of well-being. Sarett’s crew will teach you many different skills such as collecting viable seeds for future planting, how to identify invasive species from native ones, removing invasive plants, how to survey different types of animals, and much more. If you love being out in nature you will love this program! For ages 10 and older.

Sarett Nature Steward volunteers meet weekly every Wednesday at 2:00 PM. Other monthly stewardship days include March 23, and April 27.

Join us for this fun, hands-on, and educational experience meeting animals from all over the world. We will have three programs at 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, & 3:00 pm. Ticket Prices are $8/member adult, $4/member child, $12/non-member adult, and $6/non-member child. Tickets should be purchased in advance HERE!

This program is a way to experience Sarett in a whole different way. By being a nature steward you are helping Sarett but you also gain a sense of well-being. Sarett’s crew will teach you many different skills such as collecting viable seeds for future planting, how to identify invasive species from native ones, removing invasive plants, how to survey different types of animals, and much more. If you love being out in nature you will love this program! For ages 10 and older.

Sarett Nature Steward volunteers meet weekly every Wednesday at 2:00 PM. Other monthly stewardship days include March 23, and April 27.

Welcome early spring with a demonstration on maple sugaring. Enjoy a talk and a stroll through the woods to learn how maple syrup is made. Learn to identify maple trees, how to tap and collect the sap and how to turn that sap into delicious amber syrup. Please call to register 269-927-4832 x 101. Space is limited! Member/$5, Non-Member/$8, Children/$3. Maple treats will be available for sale.

This program is a way to experience Sarett in a whole different way. By being a nature steward you are helping Sarett but you also gain a sense of well-being. Sarett’s crew will teach you many different skills such as collecting viable seeds for future planting, how to identify invasive species from native ones, removing invasive plants, how to survey different types of animals, and much more. If you love being out in nature you will love this program! For ages 10 and older.

Sarett Nature Steward volunteers meet weekly every Wednesday at 2:00 PM. Other monthly stewardship days include March 23, and April 27.

Learn about the nine different species of squirrels that call Michigan home. An optional walk will take place after the program. Silver Fox programs are designed for people 55 & older who like to be active and learn something new. This group meets once a month. Please call (269) 927-4832 x 101 to register. Member/FREE, Non-member/$5.

Join a naturalist in helping restore and maintain native plant ecosystems at Sarett every month! Volunteers will help by removing invasive plants while learning to identify key species of both native and invasive plants. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring water.

Other monthly stewardship days include March 23, and April 27. The stewardship volunteers also meet weekly every Wednesday at 2:00 PM.