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Northern Naturalist students have the opportunity to learn about and explore the beautiful northern Michigan environment. Students can earn a Northern Naturalist certificate after completing required coursework in animals, plants, water, geology, policy, and more!


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Northern Naturalist Certificate Enrollment 

ID:5354
Explore the natural environment — water, shorelines, woods, rolling landscapes, dunes, plentiful trees, birds, wildflowers, and wildlife are part of w ...  View More

Schedule : ; ; Class Skip Dates :Self-Paced

Cost: $25.00

Instructor : EES Instructor 

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  Herbal Remedies 

ID:5282
New! Join herbal enthusiast Mary for an engaging two-part exploration into the delightful world of natural wellness. Mary will share her passion for b ...  View More

Schedule : Weekly - Wed 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM; 2 sessions; starting 9/17/2025, ending 9/24/2025

Cost: $99.00

Instructor : Mary Seger 

Location: Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center Location : 
  Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center.

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Fall Kayak River Tour 

ID:5295
There is no better way to experience a northern Michigan river than by paddling its calm waters and enjoying its unique wildlife! On this guided tour, ...  View More

Schedule : Weekly - Fri 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM; starting 9/19/2025, ending 9/19/2025

Cost: $89.00

Instructor : Multiple

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Location: Grass River Natural Area Location : 
  Grass River Natural Area.

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  Golden Trails of Fall: Invigorating Hikes in Northern Michigan (Moderate to Advanced) (Session 1) 

ID:5053
New! Share the beauty of Michigan's fall with an enthusiastic group of hikers! Lace up your boots and head to the trailheads for an invigorating menu ...  View More

Schedule : Weekly - Tue 12:15 PM - 3:15 PM; 3 sessions; starting 9/23/2025, ending 10/7/2025

Cost: $99.00

Instructor : Gloria Halligan 

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Perennial Edible Landscaping 

ID:5291
Explore food production within a forest system and the multiple functions these systems serve in carbon sequestration, wildlife habitat creation, and ...  View More

Schedule : Weekly - Tue 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM; starting 9/23/2025, ending 9/23/2025

Cost: $79.00

Instructor : Multiple

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Location: Historic Barns Park, Grand Traverse Commons (SEEDS Location : 
  Historic Barns Park, Grand Traverse Commons (SEEDS.

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Fall Mushroom Foray at Grass River 

ID:5296
Tour the woods and fields with naturalists at Grass River Natural Area to freshen up on your mushroom identification skills. On the trek you will seek ...  View More

Schedule : Weekly - Fri 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM; starting 9/26/2025, ending 9/26/2025

Cost: $75.00

Instructor : Multiple

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Location: Grass River Natural Area Location : 
  Grass River Natural Area.

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Composting 101: Food Scraps, Yard Waste & Wood — Oh My! 

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Do you wish your trash bins weren’t so full of wet, stinky stuff? Learn about the processes and the magnificent organisms that turn your trash into va ...  View More

Schedule : Weekly - Tue 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM; starting 9/30/2025, ending 9/30/2025

Cost: $69.00

Instructor : SEEDS Staff 

Location: Historic Barns Park, Grand Traverse Commons (SEEDS Location : 
  Historic Barns Park, Grand Traverse Commons (SEEDS.

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Basic Map Reading & Navigation 

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Navigating the outdoors with confidence starts with understanding maps and using essential navigation tools. This lesson will cover fundamental map-re ...  View More

Schedule : Weekly - Thu 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM; starting 10/2/2025, ending 10/2/2025

Cost: $99.00

Instructor : SEEDS Staff 

Location: Historic Barns Park, Grand Traverse Commons (SEEDS Location : 
  Historic Barns Park, Grand Traverse Commons (SEEDS.

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  Golden Trails of Fall: Invigorating Hikes in Northern Michigan (Moderate to Advanced) (Session 2) 

ID:5054
New! Share the beauty of Michigan's fall with an enthusiastic group of hikers! Lace up your boots and head to the trailheads for an invigorating menu ...  View More

Schedule : Weekly - Tue 12:15 PM - 3:15 PM; 3 sessions; starting 10/14/2025, ending 10/28/2025

Cost: $99.00

Instructor : Gloria Halligan 

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Owls of Northern Michigan 

ID:5298
Owls are fascinating birds. What is it about the elusive owl that sparks an air of mystery and intrigue? Join Grass River staff as we learn about loca ...  View More

Schedule : Weekly - Wed 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; starting 10/15/2025, ending 10/15/2025

Cost: $69.00

Instructor : Multiple

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Location: Grass River Natural Area Location : 
  Grass River Natural Area.

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Date Night: Owls of Northern Michigan 

ID:5297
Date night is a great excuse to spend time with someone special - your parent, your partner, or your best friend. Enjoy this date night version of a p ...  View More

Schedule : Weekly - Thu 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; starting 10/16/2025, ending 10/16/2025

Cost: $99.00

Instructor : Multiple

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Location: Grass River Natural Area Location : 
  Grass River Natural Area.

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  Study the Stream 

ID:5058
New! What natural properties help protect the health of a watershed? Learn how streams carry runoff from the local watershed into the Great Lakes, the ...  View More

Schedule : Weekly - Tue 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; starting 10/21/2025, ending 10/21/2025

Cost: $99.00

Instructor : Inland Seas Staff 

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Location: Inland Seas Location : 
  Inland Seas.

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