The Tom & Gaye Butterfield

Rookery Gift Shop

Membership has its privileges! Seven Ponds members receive a 10% discount on most purchases.

Shop local! We strive to feature locally sourced and produced products. We also try to keep cheap, plastic "junk" toys out of our inventory.

All proceeds on purchases in the Rookery Gift Shop help support the nature center and our mission.

We accept cash, personal checks, and all major credit and debit cards. Shopping is easy at the Rookery!

The Rookery Gift Shop has adult books, childrens books, cards, apparel, jewelry, local honey, local maple syrup, herbal tea, handmade soap, bird feeders, bird & bat houses, binoculars, walking sticks, animal puppets, science kits, nature puzzles and games, toys, Nalgene water bottles, rocks and minerals, cups and mugs, nature art, and so much more!

Featured Item

Vortex binoculars! Enjoy backyard birds, butterflies, dragonflies, and more through high quality Vortex optics. Seven Ponds is proud to be an authorized Vortex dealer, and offers a range of affordable binoculars at the lowest price possible. Vortex optics are backed by the absolute best warranty in the industry. Stop by to check out our line up and chat with us about the best bins for your needs.

*No discounts available on Vortex optics

Now On Display

We have all sorts of items in stock to help you reduce the amount of waste you produce, including refillable Seven Ponds Nalgene water bottles, reusable bamboo utensils, Swedish dishcloths, beeswax food wraps, mesh produce bags, and Chico Bags.

Local Spotlight

The Rookery carries a full line-up of handmade products from the Secret Soap Society, including bar soaps, shampoo bars, lotion bars, an lip balm. Pick up quality products made with care locally.

Spotlight on Books

Encourage the birders in your life of any age. The Young Birder's Guide is specially designed to engage young birders, with great photos and full of fun, easy-to-access information. The Field Guide to Birds of Michigan includes details about 300 of the most common birds found in the mitten state.