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  • Entertainment, Recreation
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

    Nature Preschool Director
    Category: Education
      Position Available:Nature Preschool DirectorStatus: Full-time, Permanent Application deadline: July 6, 2026Join a team of passionate educators who are serving children and families through a high-quality, play-based early childhood program with nature at its core. From catching snowflakes with preschoolers, to supporting families with resources, to helping teachers grow and learn, the Nature ...read more

    Contact

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

    Member Events

    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
      Send an Email

  • 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.