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MiCAN will be joined by Detroiters Working for Environmental Justice (DWEJ) for our Earth Month edition of the Community Voices Series. The Community Voices Series is a virtual convening drawing diverse participants from the network to amplify local climate work, connect members and groups, and support each other's actions. MiCAN rotates the content and geographical area of focus to allow the audience to learn from […]
with guest Jeff Masters (Writer, Yale Climate Connections) Climate change has already caused huge changes to weather patterns in the Great Lakes and worldwide, strongly impacting ecosystems and challenging human infrastructure that was built for the less extreme climate of the 20th century. Climate change impacts will accelerate in the coming years, and the weather will grow […]
Become a Master Rain Gardener - Saline – Spring 2024 In-person class! This spring 2024 class will be every Wednesday afternoon April 10th through May 8th from noon to 2:30 p.m. Classes will be held at The Saline Recreation Center (1866 Woodland Dr E, Saline, MI 48176) in the classroom from noon to 2:30 p.m. […]
Managing phosphorus to both meet crop needs and reduce P loss from agricultural fields is critical to managing water resources. This edition of The Current will focus on P management and water quality - the latest research on P transport modeling, and a review of ag BMPs and their efficacy for reducing P loss. […]
Botanical Names Demystified with Chris Benda, aka the Illinois Botanizer When: Apr 10, 2024 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. (with Q&A) Format: online via Zoom * Free & Open to the Public * “The beginning of wisdom is to call things by their rightful names.” Botanists communicate about plants using scientific names, but they are often difficult to spell […]
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 […]
Join the Land Conservancy of West Michigan as we construct a new boardwalk at McDuffee Creek Nature Preserve! Tools, water, and snacks will be provided! Please wear boots and bring your own work gloves. Parking is available on the edge of the preserve off 14 mile road (follow LCWM event signs through the gate) and on […]
The River Raisin Watershed Council Presents: Love the Earth - Nature Appreciation Event Activities include: - NATURE WALK - BIRD FEEDER MAKING - SEED BOMB MAKING - NATURE JOURNALING - FLOWER PRESSING SATURDAY APRIL 13TH Families: 9 am to 10:30 am or 11 am to 12:30 pm Adults: 2 pm to 4 pm Located at […]
Volunteer at Kensington Metropark to preserve our ecosystems! Join natural resources staff and community members to pull invasive plants in natural areas around the nature center. All necessary tools and equipment will be provided. Please pre-register online by 4pm on April 10 by clicking on the provided link.
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 […]
This webinar will cover the basics of what a rain garden is, reasons to build one, and how to get started with planning, designing and building. Participants will learn about the many Michigan native plants that do well in rain gardens. Program presented by Rachel Leonard, Outreach Assistant for the Washtenaw County Water Resources Commissioner’s […]
The 2024 National Environmental Justice Conference and Training Program will be held April 16-18, 2024 in Washington, D.C.. Leaders from various sectors will engage in 3 days of free exchange of ideas and approaches to achieving environmental justice. These interactive training sessions will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. The National Environmental […]
The Wild Ones Red Cedar Chapter March meeting will focus on protecting our precious water resources. Our guest speaker will be Paige Filice, Natural Resources Educator with Michigan State University Extension. She will highlight the value of native plants and how they can improve our waterways. This can include having buffer zones and natural shorelines along lakes […]
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