​​RESOURCES FOR EDUCATORS AND FAMILIES

We are partners with regional educators to reach a common goal. It is our vision, that together with our community, we can offer outstanding science-based programming to create knowledgeable learners that are confident in the outdoors. Grass River is your go-to resource for environmental education in Northwest Michigan.
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Printable PDFs
Many of these can be used with "Field Guide to Northwest Michigan"

Winter Tree ID 
Summer Tree ID
Conifer Tree ID
Wildflower Bloom Time Calendar
Wildflower Monthly Checklists
Water Quality Worksheet
Create a Field Guide Page for Kids
​Birding Checklist
Plant Species List of GRNA
Ferns of NW Michigan Checklist
May Wildflowers Brochure
June Wildflowers Brochure


Grass River Educational Opportunities
Field Trips to Grass River
Outreach Programs to your School or Organization
Public Programs
Grass River Education Center
Trail Maps
Grass River Publications - Field Guide to Northwest Michigan
Research at Grass River


Science Resources
Climate Change in Michigan - EPA
Nature Change
Teacher Friendly Guide to Climate Change - PRI, pdf
Communicating Climate Change: A Guide for Educators - Cornell University
Teacher Friendly Guide to Geology - Midwest - PRI
NGSS for Michigan
Contact Education Director, James Dake, if you are looking for a particular resource or experience
james@grassriver.org