Woldumar Nature Center

Woldumar Nature Center Explore science in nature! Youth camps, field study & hiking trails. Weddings & events. Generous members, donors & volunteers make Woldumar possible.
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Trails are open to the public dawn until dusk daily. $3/visitor trail fee may be paid at the trail head or digitally through Facebook or PayPal. Parties of 10 or more must call for a reservation. Woldumar is a non-profit environmental education organization. We exist to serve the Greater Lansing Community with science and nature themed programs throughout the year. We also maintain hiking trails

for public use. Leashed pets welcome! No smoking, alcohol or drug use is allowed on the property. Hunting and collecting are not permitted. Commercial activity, including commercial photography requires a permit from the director.

We've flown on back to bring the answer to this question. The elytra is a modified hardened forewing found on many adu...
06/18/2026

We've flown on back to bring the answer to this question. The elytra is a modified hardened forewing found on many adult beetles. They serve as the protective layer for the soft, membranous wings that are used for flight.

While the six-spotted tiger beetle's name would suggest they only have 6 spots, there is actually a lot of variation. They may have no spots, or up to 8 spots like the one in our photo! The larvae are ambush predators, digging holes up to 2 feet deep, and use hooks on their abdomen to help hold them in place and prevent prey from dragging them out of their burrow.

This beautiful 6-spotted tiger beetle was recently spotted on the trails. Insects have some pretty amazing anatomy! This...
06/18/2026

This beautiful 6-spotted tiger beetle was recently spotted on the trails. Insects have some pretty amazing anatomy! This we are curious what part of an insect's body does the elytra cover? 🐞

06/17/2026

Throwback to Sarah & Joe's unforgettable April wedding!

Wishing you both endless joy and laughter for many years to come. Thank you for celebrarting with Woldumar!

Special shout-out to all who made this wonderful wedding a reality~

🍸🍴: Morton's Fine Catering
💐: Smith Floral & Greenhouses
📸: J Ervin Bates Photography
🖊: Dennis Preston
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06/17/2026

Check out this Baltimore Checkerspot! 🦋

First Saturday creek cleanup was a success!We’ve set aside three days this summer to clean out the Hunter’s Drain creek ...
06/15/2026

First Saturday creek cleanup was a success!

We’ve set aside three days this summer to clean out the Hunter’s Drain creek that runs through the property and out into the Grand River.

Thanks to some amazing volunteers, we pulled a lot of trash that won’t make its way to the Grand and cleared invasive species that were making creek access more difficult.

We’ve got two more creek cleanup days this summer! You can sign up here: bit.ly/woldumarcreek

Help Protect Our Local Waterways from European Frog-bit!This invasive aquatic plant forms dense mats that quickly tangle...
06/13/2026

Help Protect Our Local Waterways from European Frog-bit!

This invasive aquatic plant forms dense mats that quickly tangle boat props, choke out kayak paths, and snag fishing lines. By blanketing the surface, it blocks sunlight from reaching native underwater plants. When these massive mats die and rot in the fall, they pull oxygen out of the water, which can kill fish.

We need our residents to act as extra eyes on the water. You can protect our community by taking three simple steps:

1) Clean, Drain, Dry: Always remove mud, plants, and water from your boats, trailers, and fishing gear before leaving a boat launch.

2) Never Dump: Never empty aquarium water or backyard pond plants into local storm drains, ditches, or rivers.

3) Report Sightings: If you think you see European frog-bit, take a clear photo. Note your exact location and report it using the free Midwest Invasive Species Information Network (MISIN) mobile app, or misin.msu.edu

06/12/2026

A pretty dog 🐶 & a cool tree 🌳

Tulip trees are cool. Here's some fun facts you can use to impress your friends.

We've got the answer to this and we'll make it snappy! The average bite force of a common snapping turtle is 209 newto...
06/11/2026

We've got the answer to this and we'll make it snappy! The average bite force of a common snapping turtle is 209 newtons.

The common snapping turtle is an omnivore, but are known for being great ambush predators. They eat invertebrates, frogs, fish, snakes, smaller turtles, small mammals and even birds.

Our campers spotted a snapping turtle this week and it peaked our curiosity! For this we ask what is the average bite ...
06/11/2026

Our campers spotted a snapping turtle this week and it peaked our curiosity! For this we ask what is the average bite force of a common snapping turtle?

5.16.2026Many happy wishes to Gracie and Victor as they start on this next stage of life together🤍🥂🕊📸Isabella Christine ...
06/10/2026

5.16.2026

Many happy wishes to Gracie and Victor as they start on this next stage of life together🤍🥂🕊

📸Isabella Christine Photography

Address

5739 Old Lansing Road
Lansing, MI
48917

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

Telephone

+15173220030

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