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Welcome to Kalamazoo Nature Center
You are here: Your Visit Friday, May 09, 2008
Welcome to the Kalamazoo Nature Center!
Season to Season
Year to Year
Open all year long to connect you with nature

The Kalamazoo Nature Center Hosts-  Connecting People...and Nature. 

Kalamazoo Nature Center hosts are here to help you make the most of your visit to the Kalamazoo Nature Center.   Whether you are greeted at the Gatehouse or inside the Interpretive Center, hosts can tell you everything you need to know about visiting KNC.
 
Do you want to know which trail is best for fall colors, or sign up for a program?  Maybe you need to borrow a wheelchair, or would like to know how to become a member.  KNC hosts are the people to talk to, just stop by the gatehouse (open seasonally) or the Guest Services Desk anytime.  
 
 
Services and Ammenities Minimize
Guest Servies has eveything you need for an enjoyable visit.  Stop by the desk to:
   
Pay Admission when the gatehouse is closed
 
   
Get trail maps and directions
 
Become a Member
 
Exhibit Features and Highlights
 
 
Handicapped Accessibility
 
First Aid Kit
 
Program Registration
 
Expedition Shop Purchases
 
Coffee Bar
There is always something new to do at the Kalamazoo Nature Center!
 
Each month there are featured programs for kids and adults, Sunday afternoon family programs are always a hit, and special event are held throughout the year.  Can't catch a program?  The award winning Nature Up Close Exhibits shows you the world through the eyes of the animals.  Of course the most special feature is the 11+ miles of hiking trails that wind you through some of the most special habitats in Michigan.   Just click the interactive calendar to find out what's happening this month at KNC!
Admission and Hours Minimize
 
 
Begining April 14-May 17
 Trails Open at 7:00AM
Monday-Saturday
 
Monday - Saturday
9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sunday
1:00PM to 5:00PM
 
Gates close at 6:00PM
 
Barn Hours:
Open Weekends in May
Saturday 10:00AM to 4:00PM
Sunday 1:00AM to 4:00PM  
 
 DeLano Homestead:
Open for special events only
DeLano Parking Lot:
Saturday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Sunday 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM
 
KNC Members
FREE
Children (3 & under)
FREE
Children (4-13)
$4.00
Seniors (55+)
$5.00
Adults
$6.00
 
Annual Family Membership $50 
Click here for an interactive map  
Shop KNC! Minimize
 The Expedition Shop carries items for all ages, interests, and budgets — including popular Nature Center wear and gear.  Enjoy a snack and a drinks. Proceeds from gift shop sales help support Kalamazoo Nature Center programs.  
 
Expedition Gift Shop
 
Local Weather Minimize
Location:
Kalamazoo Nature Center
Zip 49009, United States
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Current Conditions:
Mostly Cloudy, 53 F

Forecast:
Fri - Partly Cloudy. High: 63 Low: 42
Sat - Mostly Sunny. High: 68 Low: 48

Full Forecast at Yahoo! Weather
(provided by The Weather Channel)

Join Lee's Hiking Spree Minimize
 
 
 
 
Take a HIKE! 
Join Lee's Hiking Spree
 

The Hiking Spree is a great way to get out on the trails and
see our ever changing views from season to season.
 
It's easy to join.
 
  Purchase a KNC Hiking Stick with a KNC logo medallion
to start your membership.
 
Hike 5 KNC trails within one year of joining
 
Report your Hikes to the Host at the Guest Services Desk
 
Complete 5 hikes and earn that year's medallion
 
 
Congratulations to Lee's Adventure Sports for 14 years as Hiking Spree Sponsor! 
 
 
|  Kalamazoo Nature Center  |
|  7000 N Westnedge Ave  |  Kalamazoo, MI 49009  | 
| Phone (269) 381-1574  |  Fax (269) 381-2557  |

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