First Saturdays at the Ecosystem Preserve
Parents and children looking for aquatic macroinvertebrates at the Prince Pond.
First Saturdays programs take place at the Bunker Interpretive Center the first Saturday of every month during the school year. These free programs are geared for the whole family to enjoy and registration is not required unless designated otherwise. For groups larger than 10 people, please provide advance notice so we can plan accordingly. For additional information please call (616) 526-7601 or e-mail preserve@calvin.edu.
Please dress for the weather and come prepared for walking outside in a variety of weather conditions.
Fall 2009
Saturday, December 5, 2009" Animals Preparing for Winter" 10:00 to 11:30 am
Nancy McIntyre, CCEP Volunteer Naturalist
Brrr ! It’s getting cold outside!. Join Miss Nancy in front of the fireplace as she reads the story First Snow in the Woods by Carl Sams II and then head outside for a hike through the preserve to discover how Michigan animals prepare for the winter. Please come prepared for the weather and wear warm boots. A great program for families with children ages 4-12.
Winter & Spring Programs 2010
Keep checking back for information about our winter and spring programs.
Discover More Ways to Connect Your Family with Nature
You are invited to get outside and start connecting with nature today!
Who: Families with children ages 4 to 12 years old
Parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, guardians and mentors are all welcome to participate in this program with the special children in their lives.
When: September 19, 2009 to September 25, 2010
The program officially started with our open house on September 19, 2009 and ends with a celebration at John Ball Zoo on Sept 25, 2010.
Where: Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve and five partner locations throughout Kent County.
Ada Township Park, Blandford Nature Center, Howard Christensen Nature Center, John Ball Zoo, and Wittenbach/Wege Agriscience and Environmental Education Center
How: Pick up your free passport to outdoor adventures in Kent County at the Bunker Interpretive Center. As a family attend a variety of fun educational programs, go on family hikes, and participate in stewardship projects throughout the year. A stamp will be awarded for each completed activity. A complete passport will earn one free zoo pass for your child to attend the celebration on September 25, 2010. All 1st Saturday Programs will qualify for a passport stamp.
Why: Our goal is happier families and a healthier environment!
Dad and son catching insects together at a summer camp family night program.
