January – March, 12:00-3:00 p.m. – Snowshoe Saturdays
The Red Pine Interpretive Center at Howard Christensen Nature Center is open for snowshoe rental on Saturdays, from noon to 3 p.m., when there is at least 6 inches of snow. On Friday night check the answering machine (616) 675-3158 or website at www.kentconservation.org/hcnc to see if the center will be open or closed on Saturday. Rental costs $4 per person for one-size-fits-all snowshoes. Rental is first-come first-served (reservations available for HCNC members). Hot drinks and snacks are available. Cross country skiers and hikers are also welcome to come in to warm up!
The Red Pine Interpretive Center is located at 16190 Red Pine Dr, Kent City, MI 49330.