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Nature Notebook – Bolas Spiders

After researching cecropia moths last week (the largest moth species in North America) I came upon an interesting predator of them – bolas spiders. These orb-weaving spiders in the genus Mastophora, of which there are…continue reading

Nature Notebook – Cecropia Moth

A spot frequently passed by naturalists on the nature center grounds exposed a cecropia moth cocoon last week. The cecropia moth is the largest moth in North America, and the fact that we did not…continue reading

Building closed, trails open with Storybook Hike!

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COVID-19 Update

Sarett Nature Center is canceling all programs through April 5th. Our trails will remain open throughout this time. Time in nature isn't an antidote for a virus, but it is good for your mind and…continue reading

COVID-19 Update

Sarett Nature Center is monitoring national, state, and local information sources regarding coronavirus. We have been in contact with Berrien County health officials about what precautions are appropriate to help prevent the spread of the…continue reading

March and April 2020 Announcements

Trips for 2020: We are excited to journey around Michigan and the country this year! Below is a list of all the trips planned and their dates. If you are interested in signing up for…continue reading

Nature Notebook – Feathers

Birds are the only animals with feathers, which are composed of the insoluble protein keratin. Keratin is the same thing that makes up our fingernails and the scales of a reptile. Feathers help a bird…continue reading

January and February 2020 Announcements

News to Know Memorials: Donations were made in memory of Jackie Taglia. Another donation was made in honor of former director Dianne Braybrook. 2020 Membership Renewals: The first quarter membership renewal reminders will go out…continue reading

Nature Notebook – Bats in Winter

Bats are important agricultural pest controllers, but you won’t be seeing them for another five or six months. All the bat species in Michigan are insect eaters and can’t survive without food in winter. To…continue reading

Nature Notebook – Wooly Alder Aphids

If you walk around wetlands in the fall you may notice a white, cotton candy-like growth on an alder or maple tree. Don’t try to eat it because this is actually a group of insects…continue reading