The Gillette Nature Association is a non-profit organization that promotes and sponsors interpretive activities and educational opportunities for the Muskegon and Ottawa county community surrounding the Gillette Visitor Center at P.J. Hoffmaster State Park.

With the assistance of volunteers, the Association hosts seasonal events at the Gillette Visitor Center to heighten public awareness to the unique natural features of the park.

In addition to hosting special events, the Association provides funding for new exhibits, interpretive trail markers, audio-visual programs, educational materials and school outreach programs.

The Association is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The Association's raises funds through it's membership program and several fund raising events throughout the year. All membership fees and donations are tax deductable.

The Gillette Nature Association now offers you the opportunity to contribute to the funding of programs and events by making donations to a GNA specific fund managed by the Community Foundation for Muskegon County. This option may provide some significant tax benefits not previously available through direct donations.

To donate to the fund online, click here.

Winter Snow Shoe Hike - Saturday 2/27, 10am

Thanks to fresh snowfall in the last 24hours the conditions at Hoffmaster are ideal for snow shoeing!   We have planned an impromptu snow shoe hike for Saturday February 27th. The hike will start at the Visitor Center at 10am.   All snowshoe hikes require pre-registration as snowshoes and space are limited. Snowshoes are provided by the Gillette Nature Association for a small donation of $5 per person. This donation offsets the yearly costs associated with maintaining the snowshoes. Those interested in reserving snowshoes may call the Center at 231-798-3573. Those who have their own shoes are still encouraged to reserve a space as group sizes are limited.