REGISTER AT: https://nap.a2gov.org/Hansen031624 Do your part to protect our watershed and natural habitats by celebrating the UN’s International Day of Forests with NAP. The United Nation’s Department of Economic and Social Affairs reports, “it is estimated that 75% of the world’s accessible freshwater comes from forested watersheds and 80% of all land-based species depend on […]

REGISTER AT: https://nap.a2gov.org/Bluffs031724 From The United Nation’s Department of Economic and Social Affairs: “Forests make our lives better in countless ways. They sustain us – from clean air and water, to food and fuel, to medicines and income. Being near trees helps boost our immune systems, lower blood pressure, reduce stress, and improve mood. When […]

REGISTER AT: https://nap.a2gov.org/Bandemer032224 You can make a difference for the global water cycle on World Water Day! Wetlands do so much, like controlling sediment, pollution, and erosion. They are also nature’s own flood mitigation program. The wet meadow at Bandemer contributes to the health of the Huron River and its watershed, which everyone in Ann […]

REGISTER AT: https://nap.a2gov.org/Furstenberg032324 Furstenberg Nature Area stretches along the Huron River, and the natural communities in the park play essential roles in the health of the river – and in turn, the Huron River watershed. Freshwater ecosystems are facing devastation globally, and communities that depend on fresh water (that’s everyone!) are in danger of losing […]

REGISTER AT: http://nap.a2gov.org/A2Braun Malletts Creek runs through Braun Nature Area on its way to South Pond and the Huron River. The Huron River Watershed Council describes the Mallets creekshed as having less than 8% natural lands! Braun’s natural areas protect the creek – and the Huron River – from the negative effects of stormwater runoff […]

REGISTER AT: https://nap.a2gov.org/A2Folkstone The undeveloped area that comprises Folkstone Park was set aside by developers as the surrounding area was being built up with housing. Fairly wet and heavily wooded, we can be thankful that it was unattractive for development. Despite being disturbed by the installation of utilities, this little haven still holds valuable habitat […]

REGISTER AT: https://nap.a2gov.org/A2Riverwood It’s a somewhat small park at fewer than 5 acres, and it lies between residential areas and M-14, so how much nature can be found at Riverwood? A beautiful display of blossoms from spring to fall, a collection of mature native trees, and wildlife that enjoy the habitat they provide. Controlled burns […]