Hartley Outdoor Education Center

Hartley Outdoor Education Center proudly hosted the 2026 Special Olympics! Students participated in a variety of outdoor events, and while warming up indoors, they had the opportunity to meet our ambassador animals. Bonnie the box turtle was a big hit! 🐢💙 #HartleyOEC #SaginawISD #OurStory

Special Olympics at Hartley was an unforgettable day full of smiles, teamwork, and incredible moments! 🏅🎉 So much fun, so many memories, and so much inspiration. Already counting down until next time! 💙✨#HartleyOEC #SaginawISD #OurStory

Hartley was buzzing last week as visitors jumped into wood burning during the Special Olympics. The creativity they brought to the workshop made it a truly memorable stop in the day. #HartleyOEC #SaginawISD #OurStory #SpecialOlympics

We’d like to extend a huge shoutout to our amazing volunteers who arrived at Hartley Outdoor Education Center last week and jumped right into prepping for Special Olympics Michigan! From setting up to getting everything organized, their energy and dedication helped make the event truly unforgettable. Let the games begin!

#HartleyOEC #SaginawISD #OurStory

Hartley Director Liz Roxberry and Naturalist Andrea Loshaw recently connected with alumni Joe Leach and Marv Dembinsky, two of Hartley’s earliest staff members. Together, they reflected on Hartley’s beginnings, sharing stories, insights, and the foundational work that helped shape the outdoor education program we know today. #HartleyOEC #SaginawISD #OurStory

🎉 Tomorrow’s the day! 🎉
Join us at Murphy Farm for the Hartley Heritage Festival — a day full of history, hands-on activities, local vendors, demonstrations, and fun for the whole family! 🌾🐴🎶

Don’t miss it — see you there! 👋 #HartleyOEC #SaginawISD

Hartley has a long tradition of festivals, and we’re excited to bring it back this Saturday, October 11, from 10 AM–4 PM — rain or shine! Take a look at some of our past event schedules. #TBT #HartleyOEC

🚨 We still need volunteers! 🚨
Spots are filling fast to be part of this year’s Hartley Heritage Festival, Saturday, Oct. 11th— don’t miss your chance to join the fun, make memories, and help bring history to life! 🙌

👉 Sign up today before it’s too late: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeBGqNV2iJVbCSIh18c1WBig-gvuRnQB8TynScGrDOswDnsvg/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawNTXKNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFhVk9ISEJVYkhFRWNXUHJVAR5ILK3wmfxVSZ40rtPTlCZfw6P0w_VCN5wM2gg6NtgOWh85oFVa2vxihZa7Og_aem_UyaxOuzpZl-HMazJ9v1tAw

🌾💙 Grown in Hemlock, MI! Backwoods Blueberries is more than a farm—it’s family, fields, and fresh flavor. Come support our local vendors and treat yourself to their famous donuts at the Heritage Festival on October 11th! #SaginawISD #HartleyOEC

We're just ONE WEEK away from the Heritage Festival! 🎉 Step back in time, explore local history, enjoy hands-on activities, and celebrate the traditions that built our community. 🍂✨ Don’t miss it—October 11th at Murphy Farm in St. Charles #HartleyOEC #SaginawISD

Check out these before and after photos of Schroeder Cabin! Thank you to our partners at Hendricks for the much-needed updates! #SaginawISD #Hartley

Volunteers needed! Help us bring energy, fun, and support to our upcoming Heritage Festival. No experience required—just a smile and willingness to pitch in. Join us! #HartleyOEC #SaginawISD

The Henige family has shared wonderful photos and rich history from the early 1900s, along with the story of the cabin they donated to Murphy Farm. 🌿 It’s a meaningful glimpse into the roots and stories that shaped our community. Don’t miss it at the Heritage Festival on October 11 at Murphy Farm! #SaginawISD #Hartley

Every memory shared adds to our Hartley history. We’d love to hear yours! Share your stories on Hartley’s Facebook using the prompt: “While at Hartley, I remember…”