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Pre-register through VolunteerHub https://nap.a2gov.org/Folkstone040123 Containing excellent examples of the oak hickory forests that once dominated this area, Folkstone Park is a small 3-acre park in northeast Ann Arbor. Don’t let the weather FOOL you on this workday. Best to dress in layers as NAP and volunteers work together to pull invasive species. You may even […]
Pre-register through VolunteerHub https://nap.a2gov.org/Lakewood040223 Lakewood Nature Area is a small 7-acre park located on the west side of Ann Arbor. With its rich understory of wildflowers, volunteers may be fortunate enough to spot some of the first blooms of spring while pulling invasive species in this park. Meet at the park entrance on Sunnywood Dr. […]
Join the MSU Extension Conservation Stewards Program for "Conservation Conversations." Featured topics focus on current research and management approaches, unique natural communities, and the diverse conservation partnerships involved in supporting Michigan ecosystems. During this event, there will be time for light refreshments as well as Q and A and discussion with guest speaker, Shay Keretz. […]
Pre-register through VolunteerHub https://nap.a2gov.org/Brokaw040823 Come join NAP to extend the trail system in this somewhat newer park. Brokaw, opened in 2017, is almost 25 acres—and is one of only two Ann Arbor parks where you can find shingle oaks. Because the wood could be easily split into thin pieces, this tree was used by early […]
Join the Michigan State (MSU) University Extension Conservation Stewards Program for "Conservation Conversations." Featured topics focus on current research and management approaches, unique natural communities, and the diverse conservation partnerships involved in supporting Michigan ecosystems. During this April 11th event, there will be time for light refreshments as well as Q and A and discussion […]
Pre-register through VolunteerHub https://nap.a2gov.org/Argo041523 Argo Nature Area has it all! Scenic trails along the Huron River, seasonal canoe rental, a working dam, and the Argo Cascades provide plenty to see and do in this park. Everyone is invited to work together to pull invasive species—and further NAP’s environmental mission—at Argo during this volunteer event. Meet […]
Pre-register through VolunteerHub https://nap.a2gov.org/HHGCW041623 Framing the western and southern edges of the Huron Hills Golf Course, these woods are home to a diverse group of spring wildflowers such as trillium, May-apple, wild geranium, jewelweed, skunk cabbage, and Dutchman’s breeches. Your involvement is vital to NAP’s conservation efforts in Ann Arbor’s natural areas—join other volunteers to […]
The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program (CSP) is hosting a series of in-person events held in various locations on current research and management approaches, unique natural communities, and diverse partnerships involved in supporting Michigan ecosystems. Participants will have the opportunity to enjoy refreshments, engage in discussion, and mingle with invited local stewardship organizations. MSU Extension staff […]
Become a Master Rain Gardener – In-person class! DATES: Five Wednesday afternoons: April 19, 26, May 3,10,17 TIME: 12:00 to 2:30pm. Office hours 11:30, and until 3:00. LOCATION: Rolling Hills County Park. 7660 Stony Creek Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197. The Great Room at the Lodge Design your own rain garden step-by-step during class. Become the […]
Pre-register through VolunteerHub https://nap.a2gov.org/MBD042223 Mary Beth Doyle Park is home to multiple family-friendly activities including a basketball court, a playground, and a disc golf course – along with a large wetland and gorgeous woodlands with abundant native wildflowers. Earth Day 2023’s theme is “Invest in Our Planet,” and your investment of time and labor to […]
Pre-register through VolunteerHub https://nap.a2gov.org/Furstenberg042223 Join the world’s largest environmental movement and celebrate Earth Day 2023. Established in 1970, the mission of Earth Day is to diversify, educate and activate the environmental movement worldwide. Share your skills and passion for the earth while pulling invasive species in Furstenberg Nature Area. This nature area borders the Huron […]
Pre-register through VolunteerHub https://nap.a2gov.org/Bluffs042323 Over the years, Bluffs Nature Area has accumulated a bounty of large, heavy pieces of trash like snow mobiles and jacks. We need your help to remove this large equipment from the park and keep our natural areas clean. If you’re up for the challenge, join us to haul these objects […]
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