Here at the Howell Nature Center, our mission is that through mutual love and respect, we teach people to be faithful caretakers of one another and the world around us. With 230 acres, we offer numerous programs so you can find the activity that best suits you and your family to once again connect to nature.
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Happy Trivia Tuesday! As we fly into the fall can you guess the answer to this leaf related trivia question? ![]()
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Comment your answers below!
Need a Sunday adventure? Our pint-sized adventure seekers now have a mini ropes course of their own! Come enjoy our newest addition to our public park. Walk alongside your child or step back and watch them take part in the fun! As they explore the course and test their limits, they’re securely harnessed in and monitored by a Nature Center staff member.![]()
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Upon arrival, please stop at the Welcome Center to pay your Nature Center park admission fee. Once there, be sure to grab your Sky Tykes wrist-band for entry to the Sky Tykes course. This is a drop in event. Guests may show up anytime from 12:00pm to 3:30pm to participate.![]()
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Tykes must have a parent or guardian present at all times. Closed toed shoes are required and children must be under 48 inches (4ft) to participate.![]()
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Children Sky Tykes Fee: $5.00 (fee is in addition to daily HNC park admission)![]()
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Register here: conta.cc/42O5p0G![]()
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To Expedite check in, please print and fill out a waiver before you arrive: bit.ly/3JiIa7R
Do you have what it takes to take on the undead? Zombies are taking over the Nature Center! Test your skills at the archery field, practice basic survival skills with fire and shelter building, and make your ESCAPE fleeing down a 500 ft zip line! Will you survive?![]()
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Members: $18 per adult, $35 per child![]()
Non-members: $20 per adult, $40 per child![]()
Adults who are accompanying their child but not participating are free.![]()
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Ages 8+ 50-250 lbs and closed-toed shoes required for the zipline.![]()
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Event occurs between 3pm - 6:30pm. Participants please check in at the Welcome Center upon arrival. We recommend arriving 15 minutes early as this event starts promptly at 3pm. Walk-ins should arrive 30 minutes early to ensure time for the registration process.![]()
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We require that all participants wear appropriate footwear and apparel for the weather. Printing and filling out a waiver beforehand will expediate the check-in process.![]()
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Adult Waiver: bit.ly/46e7l5c![]()
Minor Waiver: bit.ly/3JiIa7R![]()
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Register here: conta.cc/46GJXh2
Is your scout looking to add to her collection? Join us for a fantastic opportunity for Girl Scouts to earn Badges in a fun, creative, and outdoor way! This workshop takes place on Saturday, October 14th, 2023 and has sessions from 10:00am-3:00pm. They include: Daisy Shapes in Nature, Brownie Hiker, Junior - Animal Habitats, Brownie Outdoor Adventurer, Brownie Eco Friend, and Junior Eco Camper.![]()
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$15 per Scout![]()
Add a Howell Nature Center Souvenir Badge for $3.00![]()
Register for your workshop here: conta.cc/3PMG9on
Trivia Tuesday! Owls are said to be able to turn their heads almost completely around in order to see. Just how many degrees can owls actually turn their head? Comment your answer below and stay tuned to find out!
Looking for a fun and unique way to celebrate Halloween this year? Join us at the Nature Center's Howl-O-Ween event on October 21st and 22nd! Dress up in your favorite costume and take a walk through the wildlife park to see all the spooky decorations and surprises we have in store. You'll even get the chance to meet some of our resident animals up close! Don't miss out on this family-friendly event that's sure to be a howling good time. See you there! 🎃👻🐺![]()
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Calling all Gryffindors, Ravenclaws, Hufflepuffs, and Slytherins! All witches and warlocks are invited to experience the magic of Hogwarts! You will meet owls and other “magical beasts,” enjoy magical crafts, and create potions. Guests are encouraged to dress up in their house robes or as their favorite character!![]()
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Members: $10 per person.![]()
Non-members: $12 per person.![]()
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Ages 5+![]()
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Pre-registration Required![]()
Register here: conta.cc/3JPUU6a
This month we are highlighting our staff member, Allison Austin! Allison has been on our team since 2019, and is about to wrap up her 5th season here with at HNC. Allison spends her day catering dinner & special events year round for our campers & guests at HNC! "I enjoy working on such beautiful property, seeing wildlife everyday, and knowing I'm a part of a bigger effort to keep them safe & comfortable by welcoming all guests to experience & nurture a connection to the outdoors they will always remember," says Allison. Outside of work she enjoys concerts, cooking, hiking, traveling to explore new areas, & spending time with family & friends! Thank you for giving all of our guests the best experience when they visit HNC, Allison! We are blessed to have you on our team!
Looking to illuminate the weekend? Soar through the night sky on our thrilling zip line! Stretching 500ft across and 20ft high off the ground, our zip line passes over a glacially formed pond. Glow sticks, neon face paint and a festive treat are included. This special event only occurs in October so don't miss out!![]()
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Pre-registration is required. Ages 5+ with a minimum weight of 50lbs and max weight limit of 250 lbs.![]()
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General Admission: $25 per person, per zip.![]()
Members: $20 per person, per zip.![]()
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Event occurs between 7pm - 9pm. We recommend arriving 15 minutes early for distributing glow sticks. Your adventure guides will meet you in the main courtyard in front of the Welcome Center.![]()
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To expediate check in process please print & fill out your waivers before arrival.![]()
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Adult Waiver: bit.ly/46e7l5c![]()
Minor Waiver: bit.ly/3JiIa7R![]()
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Register here: conta.cc/44BtGYP
Adventure awaits at Howell Nature Center!![]()
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High Ropes: Experience our new high ropes course! With 14 different obstacles spread across 2 levels, this course has something for everyone, whether that means starting on the lower 15 foot level or jumping straight to the challenging 25 foot top level!![]()
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High Ropes participants must be at least 48 inches tall (or 42 inches with an adult in the course), less than 300 pounds, and properly fit into the gear.![]()
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Price (Members/Non-members): $30/$35![]()
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Zipline & Climbing Tower: While you're here, revisit two of our favorites! Test your rock-climbing skills on our 60-foot climbing tower, then soar down our 500-foot zipline over a pond. ![]()
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Zipline and Climbing Tower participants must be at least 5 years of age and 50 to 250 pounds.![]()
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Price (Members/Non-members): $18/$20![]()
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High Ropes, Zip, & Tower Combo includes all three of these experiences!![]()
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Price (Members/Non-members): $40/$45![]()
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Sky Tykes is mini ropes course for kids under 48 inches! As they explore the course and test their limits, they’re securely harnessed in and monitored by a Nature Center staff member.![]()
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Tykes must have a parent or guardian present at all times. Closed toed shoes are required and children must be under 48 inches (4ft) to participate.![]()
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Children Sky Tykes Fee: $5.00 (fee is in addition to daily HNC park admission)![]()
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To expedite check in, please print and fill out a waiver before you arrive.![]()
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Adult waiver: bit.ly/46e7l5c![]()
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Minor waiver: bit.ly/3JiIa7R![]()
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High Adventure registration: conta.cc/46cnacD![]()
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Sky Tykes registration: conta.cc/3CABX3o
