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SUMMARY:Forest Forensics
DESCRIPTION:Date: October 25\, 2025\nTime: 9:40 – 11:15 am\nPresenter: Julie Crick \nLearn about the history and secrets of the forest in this exciting field expedition. You’ll visit the site of a CCC camp\, and practice “reading” the forest. Lead by Julie Crick (MSU Extension) and DNR historian Hillary Pine. \nWear sturdy hiking shoes\, long pants and a hat. Bring a walking stick. \nMeet in front of the PRC DNR Headquarters building\, not the Discovery Center. Car caravan from Forest Headquarters to Inspiration Point Trailhead leaves at 9:40am. Program begins at Inspiration Point Trailhead at 10am \nRegistration Required. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/3056/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251018T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T121618
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T200806Z
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SUMMARY:Thunder Chicken: The life history\, ecology and management of Michigan's Ruffed Grouse
DESCRIPTION:Date: October 18th\nTime: 9am – 12pm\nPresenter: Bryant Eddy\, Huron Pines \nExplore the Ruffed Grouse’s fascinating biology and behavior. This workshop\, lead by Huron Pines’ Bryant Eddy\, starts with a presentation at the Discovery Center\, followed by a field trip where we will experience ruffed grouse habitat and discuss their management in Northern Michigan. This event is for all ages and backgrounds. Be sure to bring a snack! \nRegistration Required \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/thunder-chicken-the-life-history-ecology-and-management-of-michigans-ruffed-grouse/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251012T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251012T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T121618
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T213812Z
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SUMMARY:All About Plants Youth Program
DESCRIPTION:Date: October 12\, 2025\nTime: 1:00pm – 2:30pm \nBring the family to the Discovery Center for a free workshop to learn about the PRC and build a fun nature-based item to take home.  Activities for ages 4 – 12\, but all are welcome.  No registration required\, but supplies are limited.
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/all-about-plants-youth-program/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251011T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T121618
CREATED:20230415T203805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T211809Z
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SUMMARY:Capture Nature with Your Camera
DESCRIPTION:Date: October 11\nTime: 10am – 12pm\nPresenter: Jan Kellogg\, local photographer \nLocal nature photographer Jan Kellogg will show you how to use your camera (including cell phones) to capture the beauty of the PRC. Presentation will be followed by outdoor photography practice.. Bring a camera (or cell phone) and dress for the weather. For ages 14 and up. \nRegistration Required  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/capture-nature-with-your-camera/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Photography
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250925T064500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250925T094500
DTSTAMP:20260427T121618
CREATED:20250512T211052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T144735Z
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SUMMARY:Elk in the Pigeon River Country (Session Two)
DESCRIPTION:Date: September 25th (Thursday)\nTime: 6:45am – 9:45am\nPresenter: Doug Reeves\, Retired DNR Wildlife Biologist \nGet up early to try and find the elusive PRC elk with the help of retired wildlife biologist Doug Reeves. Learn about these majestic creatures and the best practices for spotting them. You’ll likely get to hear elk bugling\, a truly unforgettable experience. Binoculars recommended\, cameras optional. Dress in earth tones (no bright colors)\, with water resistant footwear. Ages 16+ \nRegistration Required. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/elk-in-the-pigeon-river-country-session-two/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Elk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T064500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T094500
DTSTAMP:20260427T121618
CREATED:20230415T204206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T144831Z
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SUMMARY:Elk in the Pigeon River Country (Session One)
DESCRIPTION:Date: September 20th (Saturday)\nTime: 6:45am – 9:45am\nPresenter: Doug Reeves\, Retired DNR Wildlife Biologist \nGet up early to try and find the elusive PRC elk with the help of retired wildlife biologist Doug Reeves. Learn about these majestic creatures and the best practices for spotting them. You’ll likely get to hear elk bugling\, a truly unforgettable experience. Binoculars recommended\, cameras optional. Dress in earth tones (no bright colors)\, with water resistant footwear. Ages 16+ \nRegistration Required. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/elk-in-the-prc/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Elk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250913T120000
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SUMMARY:Native Seed Collection
DESCRIPTION:Date: September 13th (Saturday)\nTime: 9am – 12pm\nPresenters: Bryant Eddy and Abigail Macek\, Huron Pines \nAssist with PRC conservation efforts in this hands-on workshop! This event starts at the Discovery Center\, where you’ll learn about why native seed collection is crucial for the restoration of native grasslands. Then we’ll head out to the field to gather seeds\, so dress for the weather with sturdy\, water-resistant footwear and bring a water bottle and snacks. Native seed guides will be provided. \nRegistration Required \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/native-seed-collection/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Naturalist
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250912T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250912T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T121618
CREATED:20240318T223226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T191904Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Painting\, Poetry\, and Nature
DESCRIPTION:Date: This event has been cancelled\nTime: This event has been cancelled\nPresenter: \nJoin us for a cozy autumn evening of nature-inspired art\, with warm drinks and cookies! Local artist Mary Backlund will help you get in touch with your creative side during this relaxing workshop at the Discovery Center. Get inspired through a poetry reading\, then create your own nature-themed painting to take home.\nEveryone is an artist\, especially using nature as your muse! Families welcome\, recommended age 16+. \nRegistration Required. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/painting-poetry-and-nature/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250907T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250907T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T121618
CREATED:20250525T213602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T213602Z
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SUMMARY:Feathered Friends Youth Program
DESCRIPTION:Date: September 7\, 2025\nTime: 1:00pm – 2:30pm \nBring the family to the Discovery Center for a free workshop to learn about the PRC and build a fun nature-based item to take home.  Activities for ages 4 – 12\, but all are welcome.  No registration required\, but supplies are limited.
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/feathered-friends-youth-program/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250830T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T121618
CREATED:20230724T204715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T200913Z
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SUMMARY:Mushroom Foray
DESCRIPTION:Date: August 30\nTime: 10am – 1pm\nPresenter: Dianne Farner\, Wild Mushroom Guide\, HeadWaters Land Conservancy \nJoin Dianne Farner of HeadWater’s Land Conservancy\, for a mushroom identification tour in the PRC. This event will start with a presentation about different types of mushrooms\, followed by a hike where you can put your mushroom finding skills to practice! Dress for the weather\, with sturdy footwear. This program is family-friendly! \nRegistration Required \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/mushroom-foray/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mushrooms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250828T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250828T220000
DTSTAMP:20260427T121618
CREATED:20240318T222658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T103746Z
UID:2648-1756411200-1756418400@pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:An Exploration of the Night Sky in Science and Myth
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO POTENTIAL RAIN\, WE ARE MOVING THIS EVENT TO THE RAIN DATE OF Thursday\, August 28. \nDate: August 27th (Wednesday)\nTime: 8pm – 10pm\nRain date August 28th (Thursday)\, 8pm-10pm\nPresenter: Patrick Stonehouse\, Astronomer \nAn evening spent under starry skies with historical and scientific explanations of the stellar vista seen above. \nRegistration Required. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/astronomy-lore-and-legends/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250814T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T121618
CREATED:20250512T205847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T200010Z
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SUMMARY:President Carter in the Pigeon River Country
DESCRIPTION:Date: August 14th (Thursday)\nTime: 7pm – 9pm\nPresenter: Ned Caveney\, Retired PRC Unit Manager \nHear about President Jimmy Carter’s adventures in the Pigeon River Country State Forest! Retired PRC Unit Manager Ned Caveney will share his reminiscences of the 39th President. \nRegistration Required \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/president-carter-in-the-pigeon-river-country/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250803T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250803T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T121618
CREATED:20250525T213214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T213214Z
UID:3039-1754226000-1754231400@pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Turtle Time Youth Event
DESCRIPTION:Date: August 3\, 2025\nTime: 1:00pm – 2:30pm \nBring the family to the Discovery Center for a free workshop to learn about the PRC and build a fun nature-based item to take home.  Activities for ages 4 – 12\, but all are welcome.  No registration required\, but supplies are limited.
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/turtle-time-youth-event/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250727T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250727T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T121618
CREATED:20240607T194322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T213416Z
UID:2754-1753621200-1753626600@pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Feathered Friends Youth Program
DESCRIPTION:Date: July 27\, 2025\nTime: 1:00pm – 2:30pm \nBring the family to the Discovery Center for a free workshop to learn about the PRC and build a fun nature-based item to take home.  Activities for ages 4 – 12\, but all are welcome.  No registration required\, but supplies are limited.
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/feathered-friends/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250719T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250719T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T121618
CREATED:20230415T204810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T212301Z
UID:2451-1752930000-1752940800@pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Michigan's Raptors
DESCRIPTION:Date: July 19th (Saturday)\nTime: 1pm – 2pm: Kid Friendly / 3pm – 4pm: Adult Focused\nPresenter: James Manley\, Executive Director of Skegemog Raptor Center \nCome see and learn about Michigan’s raptors and their conservation from Skegemog Raptor Center\, a non-profit raptor rehabilitation center in northern Michigan. Attendees should expect to see live raptors up close\, hear about their adaptations\, and learn how to help conserve raptors at home. \nThere is a 1pm event for youth and a 3pm event for adults. Registration Required. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/michigans-raptors/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250622T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250622T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T121618
CREATED:20240607T194505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T212848Z
UID:2759-1750597200-1750602600@pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:All About Plants Youth Program
DESCRIPTION:Date: June 22\, 2025\nTime: 1:00pm – 2:30pm \nBring the family to the Discovery Center for a free workshop to learn about the PRC and build a fun nature-based item to take home.  Activities for ages 4 – 12\, but all are welcome.  No registration required\, but supplies are limited.
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/all-about-plants/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250608T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250608T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T121618
CREATED:20240607T194602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T212657Z
UID:2761-1749387600-1749393000@pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Mammal Mania Youth Program
DESCRIPTION:Date: June 8\, 2025\nTime: 1pm – 2:30pm \nBring the family to the Discovery Center for a free workshop to learn about the PRC and build a fun nature-based item to take home.  Activities for ages 4 – 12\, but all are welcome.  No registration required\, but supplies are limited.
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/mammal-mania/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250531T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250531T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T121618
CREATED:20230415T203325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T212327Z
UID:2432-1748678400-1748689200@pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Birding and Forest Connection
DESCRIPTION:Date: May 31st (Saturday)\nTime: 8am – 11am\nPresenter: Joy Mittig\, Forest Technician\, Michigan DNR \nCome enjoy a morning of birdwatching at the Discovery Center’s first program of 2025! Learn about how forestry practices in the PRC impact birds\, followed by a birdwatching tour around the forest. This program is led by Joy Mittig\, DNR Forest Technician and avid birder. \nDress for the weather\, with shoes or boots suitable for some walking off trail. Bring your own binoculars\, bug spray\, water\, and snacks. All attendees will receive a copy of Forestry for Michigan Birds. \n(In the case of inclement weather\, the bird watching tour will be canceled.) \nRegistration Required. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/birding-in-the-prc/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals
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