Hours:
Saturday-Sunday, Noon–4 pm
and by special request
Unless noted, programs are free to members and meet at our center at Presque Isle Park.
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MooseWood Nature Center is an independent, non-profit organization supported by memberships, donations and grants.
Memberships: Show your support for nature and environmental education & receive our quarterly newsletter by becoming a member.
Most programs are suitable for all ages -- children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
Outdoor programs are subject to cancellation for inclement weather.
Download our Fall Newsletter:
Fall 2013 MooseWood News
(800k PDF requires Adobe Reader)
For the latest information on MooseWood, join our email news list by sending a message to newslist-subscribe@moosewood.org
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MooseWood provides programs for schools and groups. Contact us to receive a newsletter and program guide.
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Mission: To celebrate nature through education and action
in the Upper Peninsula.
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Last Modified: 1/20/14
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Unless noted, all programs are free to members and meet at (or carpool from) our center at Presque Isle Park. Donations from participants are always appreciated.
For more information on programs, call 228-6250.
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Green Valentine Craft
Saturday, February 8, Noon-2 pm
Join us at Moosewood Nature Center to create a "Green Valentine"! We will be going on a short walk to collect items to use in our Valentines, as well incorporating reusable materials. Hot cocoa and cookies will also be provided! Be sure to dress for the weather, as we will be outside for a short part of the program. Ages 3-10. Price: $3 a child or $5 family price.
Snowshoe Hike and Quinzhee Building
Saturday, February 22, Noon-3 pm
Join us at MooseWood for a snowshoe hike and quinzhee (snow shelter) building workshop. Learn about Native American winter shelter building and participate in making our own. Bring a snow shovel, and snowshoes if you have them. We have some snowshoes to borrow, and hot cocoa and cookies to share. All ages welcome. Price: $3 a child or $5 family price.
IMMERSE: Journeys into Science at MooseWood
Through June
A new program at MooseWood is aimed at learning science through immersion in cool topics. Each month through June 2014 IMMERSE offers a 3-day seminar for kids 8 and older. For more information email immerse@superiorsustainability.org. Download registration form and participant information form. Contact immerse@superiorsustainability.org for more information.
IMMERSE Topics:
Come Rain or Shine – Weather: Extremes & Tools, Nov. 7, 8, 9
Mapping the Sky – Astronomy & Mythology, Jan.16, 17, 18
Winter Carnival – Quinzhees & Olympics, Feb. 13, 14, 15
The Physics of Fire – Fire: Roles & Tools, March 13, 14, 15
Earth Day – Celebrate Sustainability, April 10, 11, 12
Swamped! – Wetland Ecosystems, May 15, 16, 17
Bullseye! – Orienteering & Archery, June 12, 13, 14
Taking the Lead – 3 overnights for teens only, Summer 2014
Steve Todey, explorer, photographer and producer, made a video introduction to MooseWood Nature Center. View it, along with other videos about Marquette, at Steve's ExploringYourPlanet.com website. |
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Call for New Board Members!
If you would like to take an active role in shaping the future of MooseWood, join us as a Board Member. The organization is looking for volunteer Board Members that are engaged and excited about the Nature Center and believe in its mission.
Ideal candidates bring strengths in one or more of the following areas:
- Fund-raising
- Community Outreach
- Building the Membership Base
- Program Planning
- Advocacy
Download a simple application and submit to:
Board of Directors, MNC, P.O. Box 773, Marquette, MI
or send a letter of interest to info@moosewood.org.
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Recycling:
Cookie Wrapper & Drink Pouch Brigade
Bring cookie wrappers & drink pouches to MooseWood for recycling. We've joined with TerraCycle in their Cookie Wrapper and Drink Pouch Brigades in cooperation with Nabisco, Capri Sun, and Honest Kids. Click here for complete information.
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Official 2007 Haunted Bog Photographers:
See the Haunted Bog Galleries on CK Unlimited's "Events" page.
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Unless noted, programs meet at MooseWood. For info or registration call 228-6250.
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