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 Nature Stewards meet every Wednesday at 2 PM.

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/ $5, Non-Member/ $7 per class. Please call 269-927-4832 x 101 to register.

Welcome back the spring migrants with Sarett’s annual Birding Bunch. These gatherings are designed for birders of all levels. Bring your binoculars! 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. The Nature Stewards meet every Wednesday at 2 PM.

Join Shadow & Swirl to learn the art of paper quilling. Participants will create and take home a beautiful handmade 5x7 quilled monarch butterfly card; perfect for gifting or framing. Please call (269) 927-4832 to register. $25/ participant.

Dr. Karen Oberhauser will lead a more in-depth training extending from the May 31 event for those who not only want to participate in Monarch Larva Monitoring Project, but want be able to teach others how to do it as well. It is recommended that that participants attend the training offered on Saturday as a precursor to this workshop. Please call 269-927-4832 or email sarett@sarett.org to sign up for this session. This is a free program.

Learn how to become a monarch monitor for Monarch Larva Monitoring Project with Dr. Karen Oberhauser!

This training will include how to identify monarch eggs, all life stages of the monarch caterpillar, chrysalises, and, most importantly, the different types of their host plant--Milkweed. You will also learn how to keep and submit data to MLMP. Anyone can participate! Kids, adults, families, even groups can learn to monitor monarch numbers. Children under 16 should be accompanied by an adult. This program is free to all who want to learn how to monitor monarchs. Please call 269-927-4832 or email sarett@sarett.org to sign up for this session.

Karen founded the MLMP during her 40-year career studying monarchs across North America, authoring over 100 papers on monarchs, insect conservation, and participatory science. Jennifer is the Science Manager at MJV, working with partners to increase engagement in research, connecting partners with common interests, and sharing research outcomes. Liz is a retired ecologist, educator, and program developer who not only spent years studying monarch ecology and serves on the board of MBF but also coordinates and trains volunteers for the MLMP across the Colorado Front Range.

Discover the amazing lives of monarch butterflies and celebrate their beauty with us today. There will be monarch and pollinator educational tables, crafts, activities, and guided trail walks to see monarch habitats at Sarett. This is a free event to everyone! The La Chula food truck will be here too for food purchases!

SCHEDULE

Saturday, May 31

• 10:00am – 11:00am Monarch Butterflies

  Presentation by Dr. Karen Oberhauser

• 11:00am – 1:00pm Butterfly Walks (leaving every 20 minutes)

  Walks to monarch butterfly habitat led by Sarett Naturalists

• 11:00am – 1:00pm Monarch Open House

Sarett’s Great Room will welcome conservation partners from across the region to have tables of crafts for kids, tips for landscaping your yard, and resources larger scale projects as well. There will be something for monarch-lovers are all ages and interests.

• 1:30pm – 4:30pm Monarch Larva Monitoring Project Training

Dr. Oberhauser will teach potential monitoring volunteers how to select a monitoring site, collect data, and then share it to the online data center. Please call 269-927-4832 or email sarett@sarett.org to sign up for this session.

Sunday, June 1

• 1:00pm – 4:00pm MLMP Train the Trainer

Dr. Oberhauser will lead a more in-depth training for those who not only want to participate in Monarch Larva Monitoring Project, but want be able to teach others how to do it as well. It is recommended that that participants attend the training offered on Saturday as a precursor to this workshop. Please call 269-927-4832 or email sarett@sarett.org to sign up for this session.

Welcome back the spring migrants with Sarett’s annual Birding Bunch. These gatherings are designed for birders of all levels. Bring your binoculars! Our last meeting date is 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. The Nature Stewards meet every Wednesday at 2 PM.

We are fortunate to have so many birds nest in southwest Michigan. Learn what some of those nests look like, the birds they belong to and what their eggs look like. An optional hike will be included after the presentation. 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.

Bring friends and family out this Summer to enjoy the butterflies. The Butterfly House will be open Tuesday-Sunday through Labor Day weekend, or as butterflies persist. No appointments necessary. Members: Adults/$5, Children/ $3. Non-Members: Adults/$8, Children/$4. Learn more about the Butterfly House HERE.

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: 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. The Nature Stewards meet every Wednesday at 2 PM.

Help us today by pulling an invasive plant species called garlic mustard and enjoy an ice cream social afterwards. This is an easy activity for young and old alike! Please RSVP to volunteer@sarett.org or by calling 269-927-4832.

We need help with our Nature Discovery Camps this summer (ages 4-8). Whether leading groups of students on your own or following a group with a naturalist this training is for you. These camps are once a week, from 10-11:30am. Contact Kevin, at volunteer@sarett.org or call the nature center at 269-927-4832 x 103 for program schedules and more information.

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: May 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. The Nature Stewards meet every Wednesday at 2 PM.

Join a naturalist to learn how to be prepared for campfire and bonfire fun this summer! Learn how to make your own fire starters, what materials to gather, and different structural techniques. This class is for families and adults ages 10+. Minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Please call 269-927-4832 to register. Members/ $5, Non-Members/ $8, Children/ $3.

Save the date for Birdathon 2025!

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 Nature Stewards meet every Wednesday at 2 PM.

Join us for a training day for anyone who would like to help Sarett in the Butterfly House with school groups or during the summer. We’ll learn about the butterflies, the butterfly house and gardens and how you can help with this exciting exhibit for school groups or weekend visitation. Please call 269-927-4832 to register.

We are on the path for growth! Join Sarett director, Nate Fuller, to learn about our ambitious five year plan to expand our facilities and capacity for conservation and education.

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 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. This Nature Stewards meet every Wednesday at 2 PM.

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: 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.

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!