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Saturday, April 23, 2022 10:00 AM 1:00 PM 11007 Mull Rd. Tipton, MI (map) The second class in our series on ecological restoration. Fire has been our companion through the ages. Everywhere on this earth, for all of human history, whenever we have lived in environments with enough natural fuel we have set fire to […]
Late April at Folkstone is a great time to catch a glimpse of some wildflowers like spring beauties, trout lilies, and meadow-rue. Late April also brings #EarthDay, a time to participate in some nature stewardship. Join us among the spring wildflowers to ease their reemergence and survival by pulling invasive weeds that crowd and outcompete […]
The Jackson County Conservation District is excited to announce the Annual “Earth Day Celebration in the Park” event which will take place on Saturday, April 23rd from 1-4pm at the Sparks Foundation County Park (Cascades Park). This is a free family event for all ages that will include hands-on activities, crafts, and live music. Come […]
At least 6 species of turtles live and nest in the city, maybe more! Help us maintain and protect nest sites, monitor populations, and look for turtles in habitats along the Huron River and nearby waters! We’ll help you learn species identification, nest maintenance and monitoring, and how to report your turtle observations. And yes, […]
Volunteers are invited to participate in our prairie restoration activities by removing small trees from our prescribed fire management areas. No experience is necessary, just a desire to enjoy the winter landscape in the company of other stewards! Please pre-register by emailing Emily Leslie. For more information, visit the Volunteer Stewardship webpage. Please note: A Recreation Passport […]
If you’re looking for an #EarthDay activity for your family, we’d love to have you join us in Leslie Woods to pull invasive weeds! It’s easy enough for beginners (and those with tiny hands) and fulfilling for everyone. Removing invasive species allows for the native plants to thrive – and you get to spend time […]
Ages: For all ages! Free Save the date! We are excited to welcome you back to LSNC for Ann Arbor's own Earth Day Celebration! The Earth Day Committee is excitedly planning this year's event, and will have details updated on what to expect by mid-March. Look to this page for more information: https://www.lesliesnc.org/a2earthday Sign up to […]
The schedule for this event is as follows: 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: Meet & Greet - Refreshments 6:30 PM to 6:45 PM: Business/Adopt 2022 Budget and Elections 6:45 PM to 7:15 PM: Staff Presentations 7:15 PM to 8 PM: Program - TBD If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us […]
Oak wilt is a growing problem of both private and public land managers as well as home owners. This invasive forest pest kills infested oaks and is difficult to manage. Treatment costs can be expensive so it is important to identify early. Join us at the Wittenbach Wege Center & Wege Natural Area for this […]
Managing for Oak Wilt Wednesday, April 27, 2022 2 pm – 4 pm Wittenbach Wege Center & Wege Natural Area 11715 Vergennes St., Lowell Register as: https://naturenearby.org/events/managing-for-oak-wilt-0422/ Oak wilt is a growing problem of both private and public land managers. This invasive forest pest kills infested oaks and is difficult to manage. This two-part program, […]
Join Little Forks Conservancy to remove garlic mustard, an invasive species, from Szok Preserve within Pine Haven Recreational Area in Sanford, MI. Drop by Pine Haven Recreation Area's parking lot anytime between 4:30-7 PM. We will provide some brief training on how to identify the plant in all three of its growth phases and demonstrate […]
Hop to it – April is all about frogs and toads! Join Dahlem Nature Center and the Ella Sharp Museum for an in-depth exploration of these wetland creatures. First, meet live examples of Michigan’s frogs and toads, and experience rarely-seen pieces of wildlife art from the Andrews Wildlife Collection. Then grab your galoshes and join […]
Volunteers are needed to assist in plant propagation and the transplanting of seedlings and mature native plant species for Calvin Ecosystem Preserve and Native Gardens. These native plants are grown for our annual spring native plant sale. This is our way of getting native plant species back into our ecosystems while also building community. Wear […]
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