Set in the open fields of the historic Burfiend Farm, guests will gather to enjoy a thoughtfully prepared meal by a local chef, featuring seasonal ingredients and regional flair. Surrounded […]
Our annual gathering at the Olsen Farm for current Sleeping Bear Forever members and volunteers.
Join us September 19 at 10 am for our Adopt-A-Highway volunteer event to keep the public lands beautiful!
Students will learn the basics of primitive rug hooking including tools and techniques while completing a small decorative mat.
It's Fall! You know what that means!. An autumn hike around the historic farms to enjoy emerging colors and apple picking from remnant orchards.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Hike the forests of Port Oneida and explore how early settlers transformed the landscape from native forests into fields, pastures, and homesteads—and how the forest continued […]
Learn the history and how to play the harmonica!
Discover the art of pine needle basketry using locally foraged red pine needles! Learn basic wrapping and stitching techniques while creating two beautiful, fragrant pine needle ornaments to take home.
Discover the joys of birdwatching in this beginner-friendly, hands-on class! Learn to identify local birds using binoculars, eBird, and Merlin Bird ID while exploring bird habitats, seasonal patterns, and ethical birding practices. Head into the field to practice your skills and start your own birding life list!
Discover the birds of Northern Michigan in this hands-on birding experience! Learn birding basics, explore seasonal migration, and take a closer look at the endangered Piping Plover and the conservation efforts protecting these and more special birds in Sleeping Bear Dunes.
Build and play your own instrument in this hands-on dulcimer-making class with Scott Connor! Explore the history and construction of the All-American Mountain Dulcimer while learning the basics of woodworking, sound, and music. Leave with a handcrafted instrument and the joy of making music!
Explore the art of indigo dyeing and shibori folding techniques to create beautiful, unique patterns. Dye a bamboo scarf and bring one additional cotton, linen, bamboo, or silk item to transform!
You will learn the sustainable art and practice of creating handmade paper with equipment you probably have at home!
You will learn the sustainable art and practice of creating handmade paper with equipment you probably have at home!
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