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Open 9:00am – 5:00pm

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8am – Sunset Daily

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For-Mar is a pet and smoke-free facility.

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We can bring our 383 acre nature preserve and arboretum to you, and it’s called Genesee County Parks’ Outreach. Genesee County Parks’ Outreach offers in person and virtual programs for k-8 grades that focus on nature, animals and plants. All programs are designed and connected to Next Generation Science Standards, Michigan’s Grade Level Educational Standards, including the Common Core State Standards and the STEM initiatives.

Our programs utilize certified and award winning environmental education curriculums, such as Project Learning Tree and MEECs. We make learning fun and interactive with engaging multimedia presentations, hands-on activities, and live animals. Connect with us to find the perfect outreach program for your after-school program, special event, or community organization meetings.

 

Outreach Program Information

 

Want For-Mar to visit your classroom in-person or virtually? Check out our Program Guide!

Looking to add some extra fun to your special event? Check out Genesee County Parks’ Rec Out programs with options like Hoverball Archery, Disc Golf, and more! We can also represent the Genesee County Parks with a discovery table at your community event!

 

“Absolutely wonderful! The students had fun and were engaged the entire time.”

– 3rd Grade Teacher from Barhitte Elementary

 

“Thanks so much for visiting our ESL class last night! We had a wonderful time learning about the parks, and especially getting an up close look at the animals. We hope to plan a field trip to For-Mar this spring or summer.”

– ESL Teacher from Mott Community College

“The presenter did great!”

– 2nd Grade Teacher from Dowdall Elementary

 

For more information about our outreaches, please contact the staff at For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum:

Courtney Prout—Park Naturalist/Outreach Coordinator [email protected] (810) 249-2380

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