Harris Nature Center

06/16/2026

Our Counselors are ready for your campers! Bring on Summer Day Camp 2026.

06/15/2026

We have two openings in our 4th - 6th grade Outdoor Adventures camp next week!☀️ Snag a spot for your kiddo today!

For more details or to register visit https://bit.ly/4xtYPgh

06/12/2026

Motivated by Nature Fun Run Recap! ⏮️🏃‍♂️

On Wednesday, June 3, the Harris Nature Center Foundation hosted its annual Motivated by Nature Fun Run/Walk at the Harris Nature Center.

Proceeds from this event went to the Harris Nature Center Foundation to help fund the Nature Exploration Area expansion and bus scholarships that enable students in Greater Lansing to attend HNC educational programs.

With 78 participants this year, the foundation raised $2,600! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who participated!

06/06/2026

05/20/2026

In observance of Memorial Day Weekend the Harris Nature Center will be CLOSED Saturday, May 23 - Monday, May 25 at 9:00 am.

05/13/2026

It's baby animal season! Here are a few helpful tips in case you find a young animal that seems abandon. 🐢🐇

The best chance for an animal's survival is in the wild. The instinct to help is good, but it's important to have the correct information. When in doubt, contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator. 👍

05/01/2026

Join the Capital Area Audubon Society For a guided bird walk through Harris Nature Center for World Migratory Bird Day. 🐦🦆

In addition to migratory birds, we’ll be keeping an eye out for other signs of spring including plants and animals. 🐢🌿🐿️

All levels of experience and interest are welcome! Bring your binoculars and meet at the Harris Nature Center trailhead.

Walk times start at 8:00 am and 10:30 am. Walks will be led by the Capital Area Audubon Society.

After the walk stop by the pavilion to shop for native plants at our Spring Native Plant Sale!

04/22/2026

Celebrate Earth Day the natural way - by planting native! 🌿🪴

Stop by our Native Plant Sale on Saturday, May 2, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm to shop for your native plant favorites!