Alan Wernette,
interpreter, Great Lakes Visitor Center,
Ludington State Park

Schedule of Weekly Nature Programs

Schedules for other nature programs

Known for its miles of sandy beaches and sand dunes on Lake Michigan, Ludington State Park is home to the Great Lakes Visitor Center.

School Programs

Interpretive programs for school groups are held during the fall, winter and spring. These programs include outdoor activities, so students are asked to dress appropriately for the weather. Educators and group leaders should click here to begin planning their visit to the Great Lakes Visitor Center.

Teachers may select from seven available programs. Click here to review each course description,plus goals and objectives, and alignment with the Michigan Curriculum Framework. The School Program Reservation Formmay be printed and e-mailed to the Ludington State Park interpreteror used when calling (231) 843-9261 to make the reservation.

Tour Big Sable Point Lighthouse

Friends of Ludington State Park

Friends of Ludington State Park is a voluntary association whose mission is to promote the protection, preservation, enhancement, proper management and wise use of the lands, waters and facilities of Ludington State Park. The group maintains the center's gift shop and sponsors various interpretive and volunteer activities at the park. For more information, visit the group's Web site www.ludingtonfriends.com , or write to: Friends of Ludington State Park, P.O. Box 123, Ludington, MI 49341.