Call the Kalamazoo Nature Center registrar at (269) 381-1574 ext. 19 or 23 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday–Friday. If the registrar is busy, your call will be returned as soon as possible. Plan 10 to 20 minutes per call.  E-mail School Programs Director. Programs fill rapidly!

Helpful Information when Calling:

• Organization name and phone number.
• Contact person for confirmation and materials.
• Address.
• Program choice/alternate choices, dates & times.
• Grade, age and number (students and adults) of participants.
• Name(s) of teacher(s).
• Schedule time for exhibits, lunch and gift shop.
• Method of payment.

Grades K-8
$115 per class (15-30 students)
No addtional fee for staff and up to 5 chaperones
Addtional adults pay $4 per person

Preschool
$4.50 per student/per program
No additonal fee for paid staff
Additional adults pay $4 per person
Reduced rates for adults for preschools making multiple visits

We can accomodate two classes/program AM or PM

Self-Guided Youth Groups
$3 per person

Please pay by check, payable to the Kalamazoo Nature Center. Payment is due the day of the program.

• Confirmation materials and classroom activities are sent prior to your visit.
• A portion of most programs is outside unless weather conditions are extreme—dress appropriately.
• Cancellations due to weather or road conditions are your decision.
• Minimum payment may be required when canceling less than 48 hours in advance for reasons other than weather.
• Adults are responsible for students’ behavior.