Fenner Nature Center

We're constantly reminded of how grateful we are to serve our community through conservation, education, and stewardship. Every gift makes a difference and helps keep Fenner Conservancy a thriving center for nature and education. Consider a gift today at mynaturecenter.org/gift/.

This year’s Maple Syrup Festival was a blast. Take a peek into what the day looked like through the lens of some of our volunteers! 🍁 youtu.be/kQYQ-gC69aQ?si…

With the holiday season here, we hope you'll join us for Shopping Night at Fenner on Thursday, Dec 4! The Visitor Center will be open 12–8 PM for extended evening shopping.

Seeing a bunch of hands shoot into the air is one of the best parts of being an educator. Out here, there’s rarely a "wrong" answer because every guess or idea becomes part of the learning! We’re raising funds to keep these programs going strong. Help us at the link in our bio!

Instead of removing this tree, we left it as a teaching tool, climbing spot, and habitat for local wildlife. If you love Fenner or support the work we carry forward, please consider supporting us today at mynaturecenter.org/gift/. It would truly mean the world to us.

Outdoor learning isn’t always the traditional path, but for so many kids, it’s where they truly shine. Visit mynaturecenter.org/gift/ to support environmental education and help us keep these experiences going strong. We ALWAYS appreciate your support!

Some lessons don't happen in classrooms! Your support helps children learn outdoors, care for wildlife, and understand the importance of healthy habitats. Give today to help keep nature education strong: mynaturecenter.org/gift

Come join us for our Skull ID Workshop this Saturday, where you can learn how to identify Michigan mammals by their skulls, bones, and teeth! Real specimens will be used. Register -> mynaturecenter.org/product/skull_…

Join us for a fun and educational evening as we learn about some of nature’s most misunderstood animals: bats and rats! Meet Stumpy the Rat, learn why these “spooky” species are so important, and enjoy pumpkin painting while supplies last. Register - > mynaturecenter.org/product/bats-r…

It's that time of the year again! Book an apple butter program with your school group today. Students will delve into the apple butter-making process through activities to prepare the apples, and of course, enjoy a tasty sample of apple butter to savor the flavors of the season.

Show off your creativity at this year's Apple Butter Festival! We have extra pumpkins this year because you all loved them so much last year! Enjoy tasty snacks from local vendors or fill up on apple cider and cider donuts. Mark your calendars for October 18 & 19!

Check out our Apple Butter Festival directory: sites.google.com/mynaturecenter… View Star Stirrers, musicians, vendors, our store, and more!!

We're getting close to that time of the year when it looks like this at the Maple Grove. Nothing beats a walk on a crisp autumn day here at Fenner. We'd love for you all to join us at the Apple Butter Festival next weekend to enjoy the fall season! 11 AM to 5 PM on both days!

Apple butter cinnamon rolls. Need we say more?

THANK YOU to all the volunteers who helped maintain the prairie by removing invasive plants on Saturday! We’re so grateful for your dedication during Spartan Day of Service. Your hard work helps keep Fenner a welcoming space for everyone to enjoy!!

The answer is B! Michigan is the second largest apple producer in the U.S.!

Apple Trivia Time! Brush up on your apple knowledge before attending the Apple Butter Festival at Fenner on October 18 & 19, from 11 am to 5 pm. Where does Michigan rank in apple production in the U.S.? — Take a guess, then check below for the answer! A) 1st B) 2nd C) 3rd D) 4th

Wow! It’s amazing what we can accomplish together. A big thank you to Jackson National Life Insurance volunteers for helping us care for the land around the Visitor Center. Their hard work opened up the space, making it more inviting for visitors while supporting the habitat.

Today is officially the last full day of summer! Can you believe it? Have you been to Fenner this summer? We’d love to see your pics. This summer has been eventful for us (as always)! Nature Day Camp is one of our favorite times of the year.

Let the festivities begin! Fenner Nature Center's 51st Apple Butter Festival is on October 18 & 19 from 11 am to 5 pm. Come enjoy live music, food, fall activities, or explore the trails! This festival is FREE to attend, with a $5 suggested donation to support Fenner.

Join our naturalists for a guided night hike at Fenner Nature Center! Learn how to identify some of Michigan’s owl species, spot bats and moths, and navigate using the night sky. For more details or to register: mynaturecenter.org/product/guided…