(Ages 15+, under 18 with an adult)
Thursday, June 26
Program 11 am – Noon   Lunch Noon – 1 pm
We are excited to welcome the Barry-Eaton County Health Department for an engaging hour on E. coli! This bacteria is the culprit of many closed beaches in Barry County, and is dangerous to the health of humans and our waterways. Join Environmental Health Supervisor David Cormeau as he discusses where this bacteria comes from, how the health department works to keep swimmers safe during the summer, and exciting developments in Microbial Source Tracking!
Program and Lunch: Members $15 | Non-Members $21
Program only: Members Free | Non-Members $8
Please register by Thursday, June 19, to reserve lunch.

Family Friendly
Fridays during summer 10 am – Noon
Friday, June 27
Friday, July 11
Friday, July 25
Friday, August 1
It’s a Fun Friday at the Institute! Join us for hands-on activities, special guests, games, and crafts centered around a new theme each week! This is a come-and-go event, and all caregivers must remain with their children during this event. Explore and play alongside your children. Fun Fridays at the Institute are fun for everyone!
Free (please register online)

Family Friendly
Fridays during summer 10 am – Noon
Friday, July 11
Friday, July 25
Friday, August 1
It’s a Fun Friday at the Institute! Join us for hands-on activities, special guests, games, and crafts centered around a new theme each week! This is a come-and-go event, and all caregivers must remain with their children during this event. Explore and play alongside your children. Fun Fridays at the Institute are fun for everyone!
Free (please register online)

Join us for a social hiking experience. Bring a friend, or make a new one! Trails will have rocks, uneven terrain, mud, and great views! Each month, we offer a Thursday morning hike, a Thursday evening hike, and a Saturday hike.  Check out the schedule, and register to hike with us! 

All hikes are FREE. (Water is required to hike. This is a safety precaution to prevent dehydration on the trail.) 

This is a 1.9 mile hike open to all.

(Ages 15+, under 18 with an adult)
Second Monday of the Month NEW TIME! 8:30 – 10:30 am
Monday, July 14
No August Bird Club
Join Pierce Cedar Creek Institute and the Barry County Bird Club for a social birding morning. Enjoy a beverage and chat with new and experienced birders. Then, hit the trails to look for some of Barry County’s very best birds! Please be prepared to hike up to one mile on uneven trails. We will have a limited number of binoculars to borrow. This program will occur rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, we will offer a shorter informational session on birding topics.
Free (please register online)

Join us for a social hiking experience. Bring a friend, or make a new one! Trails will have rocks, uneven terrain, mud, and great views! Each month, we offer a Thursday morning hike, a Thursday evening hike, and a Saturday hike.  Check out the schedule, and register to hike with us! 

All hikes are FREE. (Water is required to hike. This is a safety precaution to prevent dehydration on the trail.) 

This is a 1.9 mile hike open to all.

Save the Date: Gala in the Garden 2025
Presented by the Douglas and Margaret DeCamp Foundation

Join us for Pierce Cedar Creek Institute’s signature event, Gala in the Garden 2025, a celebration of nature, community, and conservation. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable evening filled with delicious food and stunning garden views—all supporting our mission to inspire environmental appreciation and stewardship.

Date: July 19, 2025
Tickets: Order tickets here or call us at 269-721-4190

Don’t miss this unique outdoor gala experience in the heart of Michigan’s nature.

Thank you to our 2025 sponsors

(Ages 15+, under 18 with an adult)

4th Thursday of the Month  6:30 – 8 pm 

July 24  

August 28 (Accessible program)

September 25 (Sunset program)  

Join Certified Forest Therapy Guide Katie Venechuk as she introduces the practice of Shinrin-Yoku  (also known as “forest bathing”)! This restorative series will help you experience nature in a new way—encouraging you to slow down, notice new things in the world around you, and enjoy the peace of nature. At the beginning of each program, you’ll learn about the history of forest bathing, the science behind the health benefits, and how it differs from a hike in the forest. Then, you’ll experience guided forest bathing firsthand! Each program in this three-part series is different. Participants can register for one or all three sessions to deepen their practice and personal connection to nature over time. The Institute has partnered with In Your Element Wellness to offer a special, discounted rate for this series.  

Member $18 | Non-Member $23 (per session)  

Register for all three program dates and receive 15% off your total!  

Programs will include a small snack. Please list any allergies when registering.

Family Friendly
Fridays during summer 10 am – Noon
Friday, July 25
Friday, August 1
It’s a Fun Friday at the Institute! Join us for hands-on activities, special guests, games, and crafts centered around a new theme each week! This is a come-and-go event, and all caregivers must remain with their children during this event. Explore and play alongside your children. Fun Fridays at the Institute are fun for everyone!
Free (please register online)

Join us for a social hiking experience. Bring a friend, or make a new one! Trails will have rocks, uneven terrain, mud, and great views! Each month, we offer a Thursday morning hike, a Thursday evening hike, and a Saturday hike.  Check out the schedule, and register to hike with us! 

All hikes are FREE. (Water is required to hike. This is a safety precaution to prevent dehydration on the trail.) 

This is a 2.2 mile hike open to all.