Events
12:30pm (youth) and 1:30pm (adults) sessions
MooseWood Nature Center
Workshop: Glass, Beads, and Charms
Workshop: Glass, Beads, and Charms Sunday, January 25th, First Session: 12:30 pm, youth 10 and up. Second Session: 1:30 pm, adults. Maximum of 10/class. Fee: $10 for each jewelry piece. Registration email: moosewoodnc@gmail.com required by Friday, January 23rd. Cindy Silva of Great Lakes Gems will teach how to bend and work with wire while making […]
6pm
MooseWood Nature Center
In Search of Evening Owls
In Search of Evening Owls Saturday, January 24th at 6:00 pm. This program is by registration only. As a benefit of membership, members will have the opportunity to register first, then registration will open up to the public. January 31 will be the backup date in the event of severe weather or high winds. Board […]
2pm
MooseWood Nature Center
Winter Tracking Basics in Snow
Winter Tracking Basics with Snow Sunday, January 18th, 2:00pm. Dive into the fascinating world of wildlife tracking with a beginner-friendly walk on Presque Isle Park. Search for tracks, scat, and signs as you become winter wildlife detectives. With any luck, we’ll be able to piece together the clues that we find. Dress for the weather […]
6pm to 8pm
MooseWood Nature Center
A Gnome Kind of Day
A Gnome Kind of Day Tuesdays, January 13th & 20th, 6-8 pm. $20 for both sessions, MooseWood membership required. Ages 12 and up. This members-only Art at MooseWood program provides materials and directions to make hand-built ceramic gnomes. In the first week, participants create and decorate their creations using clay. The art will be fired […]
3pm
MooseWood Nature Center
Paper Plate Owl Craft
**This program has been cancelled. We will continue to put the center back together after the new floor installation.** Paper Plate Owl Craft Sunday, January 11th, 3:00 pm. Here’s a fun kid’s craft idea – turn a paper plate into an adorable owl craft! Hang it on a door or stick it on the fridge-whatever […]
6pm to 8pm
MooseWood Nature Center
Making Ceramic Ornaments
Making Ceramic Ornaments Tuesdays, December 9 and 16, 6-8 pm. $20 for both sessions, MooseWood membership required. Ages 12 and up. This members-only Art at MooseWood program provides materials and directions to make holiday ornaments for your tree, as well as free-standing decorative luminaries. In the first week, participants construct and texturize their creations from […]
Times vary.
Superior Dome, Marquette, MI
TV-6 Christmas Craft Show
TV-6 Christmas Craft Show Friday, December 5: 5-9pm Saturday, December 6: 10-6pm Sunday, December 7: 11-4pm Join us at the Superior Dome for the TV 6 Christmas Craft Show and help support your nature center at one of our signature fundraisers. Handcrafted items including pottery, jewelry, quilted and felted crafts, cards, and original artwork will […]
7pm
Peter White Public Library
Fire & Ice A Michigan Geology Tour
Fire & Ice A Michigan Geology Tour Thursday, November 20th, 7:00 pm. Community Room, Peter White Public Library. Suggested donation: $5/adult, $10/family. Today, Michigan is a state full of flat farmland, rolling hills, jagged cliffs, and everything in-between – and all together, those different landscapes tell a story that stretches back billions of years. It’s […]
3pm
MooseWood Nature Center
Mason Jar Leaf Lanterns
Mason Jar Leaf Lanterns Sunday, November 16th, 3:00 pm. Decorate a mason jar by adding fabric leaves with Mod Podge. They’re perfect for the fall mantle or a Thanksgiving table. Such a great craft for all ages and a fun little decoupage craft for fall. Recommended ages: 6 and up. Youth must have adult supervision. […]
Noon to 4pm
MooseWood Nature Center
Turtle Obstacle Course
Turtle Obstacle Course Sunday, November 9, Noon to 4pm. Create an obstacle course for MooseWood turtles. Watch them climb, race and explore. Drop-in anytime between Noon and 4pm and create an obstacle course using cardboard and other recycled items. Bring any materials you may have at home. Donations encouraged, open to all!
About
MooseWood Nature Center is an independent, non-profit organization supported by memberships, donations and grants. Our mission is to celebrate nature through education and action in the Upper Peninsula.
Hours
Sat & Sun 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
or by appointment
Phone: (906) 228-6250