Blandford Nature Center

New Capabilities

Appointed first elder-in-residence

Blandford Nature Center has appointed Punkin Shananaquet as its first elder-in-residence. The new role is meant to bring Indigenous perspectives into the center's environmental and land education programs.

Updated Yesterday

Rule Changes

Was scheduled to close its Woodlands Campus on October 10-11 for the Kë Bodwémen gathering with the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi; outcome not yet reported

Blandford Nature Center planned to close its Woodlands Campus on October 10-11 for the Kë Bodwémen (Fire Keepers Workshop) with the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi. The Visitor Center and Historic Village were to close for the private gathering; Farmlands and Wildlands trails were to stay open.

Updated Oct 13

Money Moves

As of September 2026: Offering free admission for September 2026

A family can explore Blandford Nature Center's 264 acres of trails, wildlife exhibits, and farm for free this September. The Grand Rapids non-profit normally charges admission, and it receives no tax support.

Updated Sep 3