Hartley is thrilled to extend our heartfelt thanks to Ms. Stahlecker and the Valley Lutheran Art Students for their brilliant work on our new murals. It's been an incredible opportunity to collaborate with these talented local high school artists, and we couldn't be happier with the results! #SISD
almost 2 years ago, Eric Rutherford
mural of trees with bright color background
mural that says Hartley
students in front of mural
group of students in front of mural
Hartley OEC had some visitors early this morning! Staff have encountered this doe and her two fawns almost daily for the last few weeks. #HartleyOEC #Nature #SISD
almost 2 years ago, Eric Rutherford
Hartley OEC sign, doe and her 2 fawns
Summer school at Hartley is always a good time when our students are playing games, visiting with our animals, and exploring their natural surroundings! #HartleyOEC #SISD
almost 2 years ago, Samantha Simons
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turtle being held
group of students
Summer school has arrived @HartleyOEC! Excited to partner once again with Saginaw Public Schools to offer a unique blend of hands-on learning and exploration. Students are connecting with nature, fostering an understanding of the environment while building academic skills.
almost 2 years ago, Eric Rutherford
kids exploring nature
students at table writing
student holding up work
students petting turtle
Everyone had a great time was had by all during White Pine's summer school trip to Hartley. The group focused on building trust, effective communication, and self-awareness. Evidently, taking a group photo of teens is its own team-building activity. 😉#HartleyOEC #SISD
almost 2 years ago, Samantha Simons
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Teens
Carrollton Middle School brought over 20 students to Hartley for a week-long STEM and Leadership Camp. Students searched the water for aquatic life, learned to shoot archery, and put their leadership skills to the test. We can't wait for an even better camp next year! #HartleyOEC
almost 2 years ago, Samantha Simons
Kids
Archery
Balloon Hat
microscope
Just a few of the animals found last week on our Hartley property during our Wetlands Class by Carrollton Middle School camp! #HartleyOEC
almost 2 years ago, Paul Roose
Green Frog
Dragonfly
Red-backed salamander
Crayfish
Do you recognize these Hartley alum? On this #ThrowbackThursday we're celebrating all of our awesome students past and present! #HartleyOEC
about 2 years ago, Coty Kuschinsky
newspaper clipping
Saginaw ISD hosted a Principals LEAD professional development at Hartley this morning with Dr. Debbie McFalone and educators from around the state! Book your next PD or corporate retreat with us: https://qrco.de/hartley
about 2 years ago, Coty Kuschinsky
retreat at hartley
retreat at hartley
retreat at hartley
retreat at hartley
retreat at hartley
The staff at Hartley would like to thank all of the students, teachers, counselors, and chaperones for a fantastic year! We served over 2,000 residential students and 1,200 day-trip students from 11 different counties. #SISD #HartleyOEC
about 2 years ago, Samantha Simons
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Hartley OEC staff is excited to welcome Farmington Elementary all the way from Garden City for our last week of residential camp. What an amazing way to end the school year!! #HartleyOEC #OurStory #SISD
about 2 years ago, Eric Rutherford
students exiting charter buses
Last week, St. Charles Elementary visited Hartley for their annual trip! This year, Superintendent Benson joined them for three days. During their free time, he lead the students in making the tallest Strawbee tower that Hartley has seen this year! #HartleyOEC #SISD
about 2 years ago, Samantha Simons
Tower
Tower
Hartley Outdoor Education Naturalist Paul Roose would like to share a few wildflowers found at Hartley this week! Want an awesome job like him? Click here: https://www.sisd.cc/page/join-our-team #HartleyOEC
about 2 years ago, Paul Roose
Wild Geranium
Spring Cress
Starflower
Swamp Buttercup
Shoutout to the amazing Class of 2023! Over the years, Hartley Outdoor Education Center has cherished your visits and witnessed your growth. Congrats on graduating, and may your adventures continue to thrive! #ClassOf2023
about 2 years ago, Coty Kuschinsky
congrats
This past week Program Director Eric Rutherford had the privilege to discuss the history, current state, and future of the Hartley Outdoor Education Center with the Rotary Club of Saginaw. Thank you to the Rotary Club of Saginaw for hosting an amazing meeting. #HartleyOEC
about 2 years ago, Eric Rutherford
Person presenting at Rotary meeting
#ThrowbackThursday On October 4, 1989, the Saginaw News featured Clifford Barckholtz sitting atop Hartley's Fowler one-room schoolhouse, which is now 142 years old! If you would like more Hartley History, please head to: https://qrco.de/HartleyHistory
about 2 years ago, Coty Kuschinsky
fowler
WORK WITH NATURE: Join us as an Outdoor Education Naturalist at Hartley! Inspire young minds, foster environmental awareness, and make a lasting impact. Apply now! #OutdoorEducation #JoinOurTeam
about 2 years ago, Coty Kuschinsky
HARTLEY JOIN OUR TEAM
Every year Hartley staff waits for the ground hog's babies to appear. We spotted five this morning! The female groundhog typically births a litter of two to six hairless and blind offspring. Did you know young groundhogs are called kits, puppies, or even chucklings? #HartleyOEC
about 2 years ago, Samantha Simons
Groundhog babies
ground hog hiding
Hartley OEC is excited to be the host location for the “Outside of the Classroom Professional Development” session from REMC 9 and Saginaw ISD. We hope to see you there on Saturday, June 3rd! There is still time to register: https://qrco.de/hartleyPD #Hartley
about 2 years ago, Eric Rutherford
Photo of advertisement
Today is Migratory Bird Day, which makes us aware that birds are the best migrators, and we must protect their habitats everywhere they go. Here are a few recent bird friends found at Hartley. #HartleyOEC
about 2 years ago, Paul Roose
Black-throated Blue Warbler (Male)
Eastern Phoebe
Pileated Woodpecker
Robin nest with eggs.