Woody Species Eradication
September 11, Saturday 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
Cost: Free
Location: Howard Christensen Nature Center
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Come learn to identify many of the most common invasive plants in West Michigan along with tips and tricks on how to eradicate them. Then, get hands on experience removing these species from HCNC.
Demystifiying the Grasses
September 21, Tuesday 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Cost: $10 for members/$15 for non-members
Location: Bunker Interpretive Center at Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve
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Join Dr. Dave Warners for a seminar on grass identification and ecology. We will learn basic skills for recognizing some of our more common grasses, their contirbutions to the local ecology, and which habitiats support which native grass species. Problematic non-native grasses will be highlighted, although the emphasis will be on increasing understanding and appreciation for native grass species. Particular attention will be given to those species that can be used in home landscaping.
Invasive Species Planning
October 13, Wednesday 9:00 am to 12:00 noon"
Cost: $10 for members/$15 for non-members
Location: Hemlock Crossings (8115 West Olive Road, West Olive)
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Walk the trails of Hemlock Crossing to learn how to develop a quick plan of attack for invasive plant species. This workshop will focus on how private property owners and organizations alike can maximize their invasive species control efforts.
