March 19, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.  Leopold Education Project (for adults interested in environmental education)

Location: Howard Christensen Nature Center, Kent City

A FREE, hands-on, environmental education workshop for teachers, scout leaders, parents, and anyone interested in increasing young people’s ecological awareness and appreciation for the land. Contact Wendy Cheek at (616) 688-5172 or wcheek@allcom.net to register or for more information. The workshop is generously underwritten by the Michigan Chapter of Pheasants Forever, but advance registration is needed to determine class size.

March  27, 2:30-3:30 p.m.  John Ball Zoo Comes to You: Backyard Naturalist

Location: Howard Christensen Nature Center, Kent City

Who lives in your backyard? We’ll get to know some of our local animals and learn how to share your backyard space.  Learn what the zoo does to take care of our animals and how you can be a “good nature neighbor.” Cost is $4 per adult/$3 per child (3-12 years old). Group discounts available. Advance registration forms available on-line. Seating limited.

For more info call (616) 675-3158 or (866) 675-3158, or email hcnc@kentconservation.org.Forms can be found at hcnc@kentconservation.org,