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Nature Art Show & Sale Member Presale
CNC members are invited to the Nature Art Show & Sale presale! Memberships are available at the door. Become a member to shop the sale & enjoy a beautiful night
Nature Art Show & Sale Public Welcome
Nature photography, painting and woodcarving are just a few of the many types of artwork that will be on display and for sale.
A Homestead Holiday
The sound of sleigh bells and the scent of peppermint and warm spices will bring thoughts of the holidays to mind. Drop in to explore!
Nature Play!
Whether we’re making pies in the mud kitchen, building forts, constructing rivers, lounging in hammocks or creating nature art, this hour of play is engaging!
Night Hike
As winter nears, the landscape is changing. Join an Interpretive Naturalist for an evening on the trails enjoying the transition of the seasons.
Nature Connections: Winter Solstice Plants
Embrace the opportunity to know various natural environments in a new way. Monthly programs focus on specific species of trees, shrubs, or flowers.
Nature Story Hour
Come discover the magic of nature through stories, hands-on activities and art with unique themes to match the season.
Winter Solstice Celebration
For centuries, people have gathered with family and friends to recognize the longest night of the year and to celebrate the return of longer days to come.
Nature Play!
Whether we’re making pies in the mud kitchen, building forts, constructing rivers, lounging in hammocks or creating nature art, this hour of play is engaging!
Full Moon Stroll
Join an Interpretive Naturalist for a hike to enjoy this month’s full moon. Learn how the tradition of naming moons began and what makes each month special.
Yoga with the Seasons - Register Today!
Join us for a monthly yoga session at CNC! Come and connect as we flow through poses synced with the season's rhythm.
Evening Snowshoe Hike - Register Today!
Come discover the beauty of a winter night! We will look for signs of animals, study tree silhouettes and enjoy the winter sky. Bring a headlamp or flashlight.
Snowshoe Sampler
Drop by any time to give CNC’s snowshoes a try (self-guided), do a winter scavenger hunt or warm up by a campfire.
Winter Survival: Nature STEM Challenge!
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) is a natural fit for the outdoors. You’ve heard of makerspace, now it’s time to visit NatureSpace!
Nature Play!
It’s time to play outdoors! Come make some new friends as you enjoy an afternoon outdoors. Caregivers must remain with children during program.
Evening Snowshoe Hike - Register Today!
Come discover the beauty of a winter night! We will look for signs of animals, study tree silhouettes and enjoy the winter sky. Bring a headlamp or flashlight.
Nature Story Hour
Come discover the magic of nature through stories, hands-on activities and art with unique themes to match the season.
Nature Connections: Birch Trees
Embrace the opportunity to know the forest in a new way by focusing on a different feature of the landscape each month.
The Professional Championship Bull Riders
Fans will witness the top bull riders in the world taking on the toughest bulls in the nation.
Professional Championship Bull Riders
This is a once-in-a-century celebration of 100 Years of Jaw-Dropping “No Way!” moves, 100 Years of “Wow!” and 100 Years Heart-Pounding Thrills!
Nature Play!
It’s time to play outdoors! Come make some new friends as you enjoy an afternoon outdoors. Caregivers must remain with children during program.
Evening Snowshoe Hike - Register Today!
Come discover the beauty of a winter night! We will look for signs of animals, study tree silhouettes and enjoy the winter sky. Bring a headlamp or flashlight.
Eco Kids Club: Science of Snow
Stop by the Mt. Pleasant Discovery Museum for an afternoon of fun and activities all about nature! Each month we will explore different topics.
A Quiet Winter’s Night: Campfire under the Stars
Crisp winter nights offer a perfect opportunity to watch the stars dance and listen for the calls of owls. Join us around a fire at the Homestead Farm.
Buds, Bark and Branches: Winter Tree ID
Learn to identify trees in winter by their bark, branches and buds.
Live Birds of Prey
Look deep into the eyes of a barred owl, learn about the mysterious sounds of the night and find out how an American kestrel guards its prey.
Live Birds of Prey
Look deep into the eyes of a barred owl, learn about the mysterious sounds of the night and find out how an American kestrel guards its prey.
Nature Book Club: The Invention of Nature
Join us for a book club chat and naturalist-led hike! January’s book is “The Invention of Nature: Alexander von Humboldt's New World” by Andrea Wulf.
Snowshoe Sampler
Drop by any time to give CNC’s snowshoes a try (self-guided), do a winter scavenger hunt or warm up by a campfire.
Family Snowshoe Hike - Register Today!
Bring the whole family for an evening of exploration on snowshoes - no experience needed!
