Birding Basics: Birding in the U.P. Sunday, April 12 at 2:00 P.M.  If you’re curious about nature and want to learn more about what’s around you, birding is a great skill and a fun hobby. There are many great reasons to get into birding: it is low-cost; you can bird anywhere, anytime; a rewarding experience […]

Pottery Bells and Chimes Tuesdays, April 7 and 14, 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Members-only class, $20, ages 12 and up. Maximum of 10 participants. Preregistration required. Every garden needs a little sound and motion. In this class, we will create colorful ceramic bells or chimes to place in your yard or hang from a tree. […]

MooseWood Trivia Monday, March 30, 7:00 P.M. at Blackrocks Brewery Join us for nature trivia, hosted by Blackrocks Brewery and MooseWood board members, Aaron and Sean. Trivia theme TBD.

Story Time: Discovering Salamanders Sunday, March 29th at 2:00 P.M. Suggested age range: 7-12 years. The book, Big Night for Salamanders by Sarah Lamstein will be read. Lamstein delivers a moving story of genuine caring. Discover how a child and his family can do small yet wonderful things to help other creatures. A few activities […]

Update 3/18: Program is cancelled and will be rescheduled to a future date. The nature center is not easily accessible due to the amount of snow on Presque Isle. Not ideal conditions for live reptiles.  Thanks for your understanding.   Creature Cabin Friday, March 20th at 5:00 P.M. Easton Zivnoska will highlight some different species […]

There’s Gnome Place Like Marquette Book Reading Saturday, March 14th at 1:00 P.M. Book reading and signing of ‘There’s Gnome Place Like Marquette’ with author Mary Anne Welch and illustrator Meghan Bjork. An easy craft to follow. A portion of proceeds from the books available to purchase will go to MooseWood Nature Center.

Science on Tap Tuesday March 10, 7:00 P.M. Join NMU biology professor and MooseWood board member, Jill Leonard for a discussion about the blue-spotted salamander, part of the Science on Tap series hosted by the Blackrocks Brewery in Marquette.

Pottery Toad Homes Tuesdays, March 10 and 17, 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Members-only class, $20, ages 12 and up. Maximum of 10 participants. Preregistration required. As Spring approaches, our yard and garden animals start to venture out of their winter lairs. A single toad can eat up to 10,000 insects, slugs, and snails per year, […]

2/21/26 Update: Workshop has been cancelled due to low participation and the weather. Workshop: Glass, Beads, and Charms Sunday, February 22nd, 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, February 20th. Cindy Silva of Great […]

Bird Feeder Treats & Winter Adaptations Sunday, February 15th, 2:00pm. Recommended ages: Families Join us to learn about basic winter adaptations. Local birds such as chickadees, cardinals, and woodpeckers must find shelter, water, and food to survive in our harsh Michigan winters. We will explore these adaptations, observe birds at the feeder, and build simple […]