Tree-ific Seasons Program is for ages 1-5 years old attending with an adult caregiver. SOLD OUT. Please call the office at 517-782-3453 ext. 101 to be added to the Wait List. Program Description: Story time using our Tree-ific seasons wheel, a short walk to look for signs of winter. What are the trees doing, and […]
Volunteer Training for Maple Sugaring School Programs Volunteer Trail Leaders (new & returning) interested to teach and lead Maple Sugaring school field trips are invited to attend this informative half day training session. A review of the lesson plan, a walk into the sugar bush to tap maple trees and setting up equipment will get […]
Where are the Night Animals Program is for ages 1-5 years old attending with an adult caregiver. SOLD OUT. Please call the office at 517-782-3453 ext. 101 to be added to the Wait List. Program Description: While people dream of daytime things, the nighttime world awakens. Who are these nocturnal animals and what are they doing? […]
Step through the doors of the Cascades Manor and enter Dahlem’s Chocolate Sensations! You're invited to a whimsical night of magic and wonder. Join us for our Wonka-themed evening of fun - all for a good cause! Featuring the dazzling musical talents of Jackson’s own Marcus & Tiffany Shelton Music, along with local chocolate delicacies […]
SOLD OUT. Please call the office at 517-782-3453 ext. 101 to be put on the wait list Owl Prowl Night Hike will start at 6:00 pm Thursday, February 27th with a short indoor presentation to learn about the owl species that reside in Michigan, their adaptations, and then we'll take a night hike on Dahlem's quiet […]
In this presentation, John Blair will bring you along on his journey to restore his land to original native prairie on his rural property in Brooklyn. He will also cover the restoration of his wooded savanna and how he is bringing three natural ponds back to life after being buried by farmers decades ago. Through […]
Maple Madness Interpretive Tours -- Dahlem’s maple sugaring operation is small but an ideal site to demonstrate the science of collecting maple tree sap and making our favorite tasty maple syrup topping. Sign up for an interpretive guided 1 1/4 hour tour at 10:00 am (sold out) or 12:30 pm (has 38 open spots) to […]
Maple Sugaring in the Forest Program is for ages 1-5 years old attending with an adult caregiver. Program Description: The maple sugaring season is a sign winter is ending and Spring is near. Hooray! After story time, we will take a walk through the sugar bush to see different methods to collect maple tree sap, look […]
Volunteers needed for Spring School Programs Volunteer Trail Leaders (new & returning) interested to lead Spring school field trips are invited to attend this informative half day training session on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 9:00 am to 12 noon at The Dahlem Center, 7117 S. Jackson Rd., Jackson MI. Volunteering for school programs is […]
SOLD OUT The Reason for a Flower Program is for ages 1-5 years old attending with an adult caregiver. Program Description: After story time, we’ll take a short walk to find an assortment of seeds. Where do they come from and how do they get dispersed? Seeds and plants are food, and seeds are also next […]
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