GRASS RIVER NATURAL AREA AUGUST CLASSES AND EVENTS; MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Art on Thursdays - Poetry and Parchment
Thursday August 1, 2024 - 1:00pm (2 hrs), $10 per person
On select Thursdays this summer, join a naturalist at 1pm for a reoccurring nature art program! We will explore painting, sketching, journaling, clay, and more! This week, join us as our Conservation Director, Sean, helps us create poetry inspired by Grass River Natural Area. Arlene, GRNA Naturalist, will then help us create a wall hanging. Best for adults and kids 7 and over
Weekly Invasive Species Pull
Weekly on Monday, 9am-1pm
At Grass River Natural Area, we absolutely treasure our biodiversity. Like almost all 21st century wilderness, however, GRNA is not immune to having invasive species. BUT, we work hard to get rid of these! Join us by volunteering on our weekly invasive species pulls. You'll be assisting Conservation Director Sean Callahan identify, remove, and dispose of them. We travel to a variety of places across the natural area, from right near the trails to deep in the woods!
Training required! One 1 hr session. Email sean@grassriver.org to join
Nature Story Time
Friday, August 2 and 16, 2024 - 10:30am (1.5hr), $5 per child
Enjoy a short children's story and an activity or a hike on the beautiful trails at Grass River. Best for young children ages 4 and up, but all ages welcome. $5 per child. Larger groups please call ahead for a private program.
Kayak Grass River
Tuesday August 13, 2024 - 9:30am (2.5 hrs.), $45 per person - includes tour, kayak, PFD, and paddle for each participant
There is no better way to experience Grass River than by paddling its calm waters and enjoying its unique wildlife! On these morning guided tours, visitors explore Grass River by kayak and find out about GRNA’s conservation efforts, wetland plants, and wildlife. Adults and Teens Only. Limited to small groups, must pre-register. Call GRNA to register: 231-492-8793, or email james@grassriver.org. This program meets at the Grass River Center and then walks to the dock to launch kayaks. Kayaks and paddles are provided and ready for you at the dock.
Weekly Wildflower Walk
Every Tuesday, May-August, 10:30am (1.5 hrs), Free to attend, donations gratefully accepted
Take a leisurely stroll through the scenic trails of Grass River Nature Area alongside knowledgeable docents Lyn Petty and Phil Jarvi. Discover the stunning variety of wildflowers and learn to identify their unique beauty. As we wander, keep an ear out for the delightful melodies of the birds that call Grass River home. Join us every Tuesday at 10:30am to see new flowers in bloom. Donations are gratefully accepted.
Riverfest
Thursday August 15, 2024, 5:30pm to 9:00pm
Save the date for Grass River's Annual RiverFest at Shanty Creek Resorts - Dinner, cocktails, band, and live auction
Online Auction - August 1-16, 2024
Author Reading And Fiction Writing Workshop
Join author Mary Kay Zuravleff, author of American Ending, for a reading and discussion of her newest novel on August 21 and a writing workshop on August 22. The first 25 people to register for either event will receive a free copy of American Ending. Both events are free of charge, thanks to a generous grant from the Michigan Arts and Humanities Council.
Event: Author Reading and Book Signing
Date and Time: Wednesday, August 21: 7-8:30 pm
Location: Bos Winery, 135 Ames Street, Elk Rapids
Register here: https://events.getlocalhop.com/author-reading-mary-kay-zurvaleff/event/jfLwIXzNlf/
Event: Fiction Writing Workshop
Date and Time: Thursday, August 22, 1-3 pm
Location: Grass River Natural Area (Education Center), 6500 Alden Hwy, BellaireL
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