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.

Spring Native Plant Sale Pre-Orders

The deadline for native plant sale pre-orders has been extended to March 31st. Due to high demand on the day of the plant sale we recommend pre-ordering to guarantee your selection. You can place your pre-orders by mail or online here. All orders will be packaged and available for pick-up on Friday April 31st.

White Trillium Trillium grandiflorum

Don't forget to visit the Visitor Center on Saturday May 1st from 9am-3pm. In addition to the plant sale we are planning lots of activities for the whole family including the return of the trout pond for kids. More information will be posted here once the schedule for the day is finalized.