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.

Join us for a day of fun and food by participating in our indoor mini golf outing. Teams of 4 can sign up for a tee time HERE or by calling (269) 927-4832 Ext 101. Tee times are every 45 minutes starting at Noon and ending at 7:30 pm. We will have the food, snacks, and drinks available at the Watering Hole snack bar. Prizes will be given for a hole in one and for best golf attire. Cost is $30/member team of four and $35/non-member team of four. Additional team members may be added for $5/person.

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 February 23, March 23, and April 27.

Interested in making your own maple syrup? Join Sarett naturalists as we show you the basics of going from maple tree to delicious gold in a bottle! You will learn about the variety of methods to harvest sap from pioneer to modern day. We will finish the class with a cooking demonstration of taking maple sap to syrup and then syrup to candy. Space is limited.

Please call (269) 927-4832 x 101 to register.

Members/$10, Non-members/$15.

It is the start of the nesting season for owls, so they are very vocal at night. Join Sarett naturalists to learn about owls at Sarett and meet our owl ambassadors. Later you will go out on the trails to look, listen, and call for owls. You must call to register, 269-927-4832 x 101. Space is limited! Member/$5, Non-Member/$8, Children/$3.

Interested in making your own maple syrup? Join Sarett naturalists as we show you the basics of going from maple tree to delicious gold in a bottle! You will learn about the variety of methods to harvest sap from pioneer to modern day. We will finish the class with a cooking demonstration of taking maple sap to syrup and then syrup to candy. Space is limited.

Please call (269) 927-4832 x 101 to register.

Members/$10, Non-members/$15.

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 February 23, March 23, and April 27.

Naturalist, Mike Mahler, will recount his experiences from his recent trip to Tanzania! Member/FREE, Non-member/$5.

Sarett is teaming up with a local winery for an evening of art and libations as we follow along with a seasonal Bob Ross tutorial, looking out over the happy trees in our Great Room. Space is limited. Please call (269) 927-4832 x 101 to register. Member/$38, Non-member/$45. (Price includes one glass of wine and take-home canvas. Additional glasses may be purchased at time of program.) For ages 21 and up.

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 February 23, March 23, and April 27.

Join a Sarett naturalist and some of our ambassador animals to learn the basics of animal drawing, covering basic animal anatomy, simple exercises, and experimenting with various media. All supplies will be provided. (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. Member/ $15, Non-member/ $20.

Join us for a winter bird outing to where the birds are—it could be Allegan State Game Area for eagle watching or to Muskegon for a variety of birds. Plan to make a day of it. Bring money for lunch which will be at a restaurant near the birding site. Dress for the weather. Please call to register. 269-927-4832 x 101. Member/$10, Non-Member/$12.

It is the start of the nesting season for owls, so they are very vocal at night. Join Sarett naturalists to learn about owls at Sarett and meet our owl ambassadors. Later you will go out on the trails to look, listen, and call for owls. You must call to register, 269-927-4832. Space is limited! Member/$5, Non-Member/$8, Children/$3.

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 February 23, March 23, and April 27.