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We aim to change lives through fun and engaging learning 

experiences in the natural world.


 
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Check out our new Wildlife Blog!
BNCwildliferehab.wordpress.com


Owl Prowl- January 26 6-7:30 PM
Join BNC naturalists as we walk the trails equipped with recorded owl calls in hopes a wild owl will return our message.  Program includes a live owl presentation and an up close look at our resident owls.  Ages 7+
This class is full but we are accepting reservations for an overflow class Jan 28, 5PM to 6:30.

RSVP 616-735-6240
$5 members, $6 non-members.

Owl
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Garden Planning 101-
January 28 2-3:30 PM
Come discuss companion planting, crop rotation, and seed selection.  It will be time to plant before you know it!

RSVP 616-735-6240
$5 members, $6 non-members.

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Want to learn more about all the great things we do here at Blandford?  

Check out this great video by RapidMedia as well as all our other informational videos at our YouTube Channel:
http://www.youtube.com/user/BlandfordNatureCtr

Kids as frogs
Summer Activities - kids mimicking animals
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Blandford phone "App" now up!
Got a smart phone?  Looking to explore?  Come decode nature using the many QR codes on our trail signs.  You'll learn more about our flora and fauna AND you'll engage your youngsters with nature in a way they love - using technology!  Download the android Blandford App today and start exploring.

Mobile app

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Blandford Wish List items
Check out our wish list for both big and small items you may have that you are ready to donate for a tax-deduction.  Click here to see our list.

Blandford Location & Hours:

Google Map of our location:

Our interpretive center is open free of charge.    Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm.       Saturday from 12 to 5pm.

Our trails are open every day from dawn until dusk.  Click this trails link to download our trail map.

How can we help you?

If you're a teacher...
Explore our many educational programs.

If you're a parent...
Try our home school options, family-friendly programming, or simply enjoy everything the grounds have to offer.

If you're a gardener...
Rent a community garden plot at Blandford Farm.

If you love fresh produce...                                    Become a Blandford Farm CSA member and get fresh vegetables all summer long.

If you're hosting a special event...
Have our traveling wildlife program bring some animal life to your party.

If you have family or friends visiting...
Stop in our Wildlife Center or walk the Wildlife Trail to introduce them to Michigan birds of prey.

If you want to share your time...
Learn more about our volunteer opportunities.

If you are interested in supporting Blandford...
Consider a gift or membership.

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               Blandford is -- Hands-on Learning!
 

1715 Hillburn Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 * 616.735.6240

 
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