Weekly Wildflower Walk ' Every Tuesday, May through August ; 10:30am - 12:00pm 

 

Free to attend, Donations are gratefully accepted. Take a leisurely stroll through the scenic trails of Grass River 

Nature Area alongside knowledgeable docent Lyn Petty. 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 10:30 am to see new flowers in bloom. 

Art on Thursdays; Thursday July 3, July 17, and July 31, 2025 

1:00-3:00 pm ; $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! 

 

Kyak Clam Lake; Friday, July 11, 2025 

9:30 - 11:30am ; $45 per person - includes tour, kayak, PFD, and paddle for each participant 

There is no better way to experience Grass River and Clam Lake than by paddling its calm waters and enjoying its unique wildlife!

 On these morning guided tours, visitors explore the Natural Area along Clam Lake over to "Turtle Bay" 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.

 

NMC Kayak River Tour 1; Wednesday, July 16, 2025 

9:30am - 12:00pm Register through NMC Extended Education 

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, students will explore Grass River by kayak 

and find out about Grass River Natural Area’s conservation efforts, wetland ecology, and 

Michigan wildlife. Register at NMC Extended Education. 

 

NMC Wetland Communities of Northern Michigan; Friday, July 25, 2025 

1:00 - 3:00pm; Register through NMC Extended Education 

Did you know that Michigan has over 70 distinct natural communities? Many of these are wetland 

communities. Our natural communities are classified by the plants, animals, other organisms, and 

environmental conditions that make a landscape look the way they do. Have you ever wondered what 

makes a fen different from a bog, or a swamp different than a thicket? We’ll help you understand the 

big picture of natural communities and give you a deeper understanding of the northern Michigan landscape. Register at NMC

Extended Education. 

 

NMC Kayak River Tour 2; Wednesday, July 30, 2025 

9:30am - 12:00pm; Register through NMC Extended Education 

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, students will explore Grass River by kayak and find out about Grass River Natural Area’s 

conservation efforts, wetland ecology, and Michigan wildlife. Register at NMC Extended Education.

 

Contact Sarah Simon - sarah@grassriver.org for more information