Celebrate the arrival of autumn with an evening hike through the preserve. We'll explore how shorter days and cooler temperatures influence the behavior of local wildlife, learn about nocturnal animals that become active after sunset, and experience the forest through our senses as night falls. This leisurely guided hike is perfect for anyone curious about […]
Celebrate fall migration with Shirley Heinze while contributing to a global day of citizen science! October Big Day is a global event that unites people worldwide in a shared passion for birds, sparking a movement to observe, celebrate, and protect our feathered friends. Founded by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, this 24-hour event challenges bird […]
Celebrate fall migration with Shirley Heinze while contributing to a global day of citizen science! October Big Day is a global event that unites people worldwide in a shared passion for birds, sparking a movement to observe, celebrate, and protect our feathered friends. Founded by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, this 24-hour event challenges bird […]
Come walk through the Great Marsh and help us collect native seeds for our restoration efforts. What to Bring: Long pants and sturdy shoes or rubber boots are recommended. Gloves (and long sleeves) are highly recommended, as stems and surrounding vegetation are highly scabrous and can potentially hurt skin. We encourage you to bring your […]
This time of year, we turn our attention to removing species with woody stems. Multiflora rose, bush honeysuckle, oriental bittersweet, and autumn olive are the big four we're contending with. Invasive species removal is a great way to get an intimate look at the preserve while helping to ensure that native plants and wildlife can […]
Join us to celebrate the grand opening of Big Eastern Nature Preserve to the public! Acquired in 2025, this 423-acre property became the organization's second conservation project in Starke County and its largest single-land acquisition. The preserve protects a diverse landscape where several rare plant communities come together, creating outstanding opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, […]
Join us for the third hike in our seasonal Phenology Hike series with a guided fall walk exploring the changing rhythms of the natural world as autumn settles in. As temperatures cool and the days grow shorter, plants and animals prepare for the coming winter through migration, seed dispersal, dormancy, and other remarkable seasonal adaptations. […]
The season is changing, and so are the trees! Come to Meadowbrook for a cozy story time and nature adventure as we read If You Find a Leaf by Aimee Jicuro. After the story, we'll discover how different types of trees prepare for winter and create our own leaf artwork inspired by the changing season. […]
Join us for the third hike in our seasonal Phenology Hike series with a guided fall walk exploring the changing rhythms of the natural world as autumn settles in. As temperatures cool and the days grow shorter, plants and animals prepare for the coming winter through migration, seed dispersal, dormancy, and other remarkable seasonal adaptations. […]
This time of year, we turn our attention to removing species with woody stems. Multiflora rose, bush honeysuckle, oriental bittersweet, and autumn olive are the big four we're contending with. Invasive species removal is a great way to get an intimate look at the preserve while helping to ensure that native plants and wildlife can […]
