Winter Fort Building

Schedule

Fri Jan 02 2026 at 10:00 am to 11:00 am

UTC-05:00

Location

1715 Hillburn Ave. NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49504 | Grand Rapids, MI

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Could you build a fort or shelter to survive a winter’s night? Our Educators will share tips and tricks for making a winter shelter in this family-friendly competition! Come out to test your fort building skills, and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa at the end to warm up!
Cost:
Adult or Child Non-Member: $8
Adult or Child Member: $6.40
2 and Under: Free
Note: This program is for adults and children of all ages. All children must be registered and accompanied by a registered adult. Pre-registration will close at 5 pm the day before the program, or whenever the program sells out. If the program is sold out, you may register to be added to the waitlist (you will not be charged), and you will be notified if a spot opens up. This program will take place almost entirely outdoors. Please dress for the weather. In the event of inclement weather, this program will be cancelled and participants will be notified of their refund options.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation requests received at least 7 days before the scheduled program are eligible for a 50% refund of the total registration cost, not including the credit card processing fee. Due to administration costs, full refunds are not available. Cancellation requests received within 7 days of a program are not eligible for a refund. In the event that Blandford must cancel the program, you will be given the option to reschedule or receive a refund. All community programs will have a registrant minimum. If the minimum is not met, you will be contacted by Blandford Nature Center and notified of your refund options.
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1715 Hillburn Ave. NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49504

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