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400 S. Badour Rd.
Midland, MI 48640-8661
(989) 631-0830
Hours:
Visitor Center open 8-5 Mon-Sat and 12-5 Sun and select holidays. 19 miles of trails open daily.

  • About

    Chippewa Nature Center offers 1,500 acres for exploration, 19 miles of trails, Nature Preschool, Nature Day Camp, programs year-round, canoe/kayak launches, a free Visitor Center and more!

  • Jobs

    Cleaning Crew Member
    Category: Entry Level
    Position Available:Cleaning Crew MemberStatus: Part time, PermanentApplication deadline: Open until filled  Be part of a team to do the day-to-day cleaning of Chippewa Nature Center facilities. Each year, thousands of people of all ages and abilities learn about nature at CNC, and we pride ourselves in providing state-of-the-art facilities. The Cleaning Crew helps ensure that facilities are ...read more

    Contact

    info@chippewanaturecenter.org
    Phone:(989) 631-0830

    Member Events

    Nature Play!

    Sunday Apr 19, 2026
    It’s time to play outdoors! ...read more

    Vernal Pool Exploration

    Wednesday Apr 22, 2026
    Join us as we explore one of CNC’s temporary ponds to see what is living in and around it. ...read more

    Forest Therapy Walk: Earth Connections - Register Today!

    Thursday Apr 30, 2026
    Connect with nature through a gentle and mindful walk. Forest Therapy is inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin Yoku, or Forest Bathing. ...read more

    Going Geocaching: The Arbor Adventure

    Sunday May 3, 2026
    Beginners and experts alike are invited to stop by the Visitor Center between 12:30-4:30 pm to begin your adventure searching for flower-themed geocaches! ...read more

    Spring Wildflower Walk

    Wednesday May 6, 2026
    Spring wildflowers bloom quickly on the forest floor before tree leaves open. Take a woodland walk with a CNC naturalist to find and identify colorful beauties. ...read more

    Nature Story Hour

    Thursday May 7, 2026
    Come discover the magic of nature through stories, hands-on activities and art with unique themes to match the season. ...read more

    Spring Wildflower Walk

    Wednesday May 13, 2026
    Spring wildflowers bloom quickly on the forest floor before tree leaves open. Take a woodland walk with a CNC naturalist to find and identify colorful beauties. ...read more

    Forest Therapy Golf Cart Tour: Reawakening and Growth - Register Today!

    Tuesday May 19, 2026
    Connect with nature through a gentle and mindful guided golf cart ride. ...read more

    Eco Kids Club: Traveling Turtles

    Wednesday May 20, 2026
    Stop by the Mt. Pleasant Discovery Museum for an afternoon of fun and activities all about nature! Each month we will explore different topics. ...read more

    Full Moon Stroll

    Saturday May 30, 2026
    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. ...read more

    Upper Chippewa River Kayak - Register Today!

    Tuesday Jun 2, 2026
    Spend an evening paddling down the Chippewa River with a naturalist as you look for turtles, fish, herons, hawks and eagles. ...read more

    Bird Banding

    Thursday Jun 4, 2026
    See resident and migratory birds up close, as birds are caught in mist nets and banded for research. ...read more

    Nature Story Hour

    Thursday Jun 4, 2026
    Come discover the magic of nature through stories, hands-on activities and art with unique themes to match the season. ...read more

    Homestead Sunday: Get to Know the Homestead

    Sunday Jun 7, 2026
    With spring in the air, a visit to the Homestead Farm will connect you to our local natural resources and rich history. ...read more

    Yoga with the Seasons - Register Today!

    Sunday Jun 7, 2026
    Join us for a monthly yoga session at CNC! Come and connect as we flow through poses synced with the season's rhythm. ...read more

  • Whom to Contact

    • Ms. Jenn Kirts
      Director of Programs
      Phone: (989) 631-0830
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  • Directions

    From downtown Midland, take Poseyville Rd to St Charles (name changes to Pine River). Follow ~3 miles, turn right at Badour Rd. From M20, take Homer to Prairie. From Freeland, take Ashby to Badour.