Fernwood Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve
Fernwood is a special place where people, plants, and nature come together. Beautiful gardens surrounded by forest are tucked into a landscape of 105 acres of cultivated and natural areas along the scenic St. Joseph River valley. Fernwood's nature preserve, with its tall trees, tranquil ponds, abundant springs, and carpets of wildflowers, is a magical place that draws people back again and again.
Trails provide access to all parts of the preserve, allowing visitors to see a remarkable variety of plants and wildlife. Some trails climb steeply while others offer gentle grades. All are kept simple so visitors remain close to nature. Surfaces are wood-chipped or bare earth, and there are steps on hilly portions and boardwalks over wet areas. Benches provide places to rest and observe the beautiful surroundings. Species of endangered or threatened Michigan plants and animals are protected in the preserve.
The garden trails are paved, but preserve trails are not wheelchair accessible.
Member's Events
13988 Range Line Road
Niles
Dog Days
9:00am - 11:00am
Sat, Sep 06
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Niles
Native Plant Embroidery Workshop
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sat, Sep 06
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Niles
Mushroom Exploration
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sat, Sep 13
13988 Range Line Road
Niles
Dog Days
9:00am - 11:00am
Sat, Sep 20
Fernwood Botanical Garden
Niles
Fall Garden Party
2:00pm - 5:00pm
Sun, Sep 21
13988 Range Line Road
Niles
Dog Days
9:00am - 11:00am
Sat, Oct 04
Fernwood Botanical Garden
Niles
Autumn Natural Wreaths Workshop
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Sat, Oct 11
13988 Range Line Road
Niles
Dog Days
9:00am - 11:00am
Sat, Oct 18
Fernwood Botanical Garden
Niles
Herbal Fortune Telling
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Sat, Oct 18
Fernwood Botanical Garden
Niles
Creature Craft Party
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Sun, Oct 26
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Niles
Embossed Native Bird Ornaments
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Sat, Nov 15
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Niles
Kids Holiday Wreath Workshop
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Sun, Dec 07
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