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SUMMARY:Ottawa Sands Dedication
DESCRIPTION:In July\, the Land Conservancy of West Michigan was able to pay off the outstanding mortgage and transfer its portion of Ottawa Sands to Ottawa County Parks\, completing the park system’s acquisition of the scenic property. Generous support from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund\, The Conservation Fund\, as well as our community made it possible for this once-mysterious stretch of dunes and Grand River shoreline to become a public park with tremendous opportunities for outdoor recreation. Join us for a dedication to celebrate this achievement! \nThe evening will include naturalist-led hikes starting at 4:30 and 6 p.m. A short ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided. This is an outdoor event\, so please be sure to dress for the weather! \nThis event is free to attend. No registration is required.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/ottawa-sands-dedication-1019/
LOCATION:Ottawa Sands\, 18153 North Shore Drive\, Ferrysburg\, MI\, 49456\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191012T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191012T120000
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Workday at Saul Lake Bog (Second Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Help us collect seed so we can continue to expand the prairie at Saul Lake Bog and implement planting projects on other LCWM properties. Without the help of volunteers\, we would not be able to collect nearly enough native seeds to complete all of our restoration projects! \n \nAbout Second Saturday Events\nThe Land Conservancy’s 16 nature preserves contain an incredible diversity of natural features including prairies\, forests\, and wetlands that are great places to explore. However\, invasive species and altered natural processes threaten to degrade the ecological quality of many of our preserves. Active management is often needed to ensure the long-term sustainability of these wonderful natural areas\, and we need your help. Fortunately\, through our Second Saturdays event series\, there are now plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nFrom 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month\, the Land Conservancy will host a volunteer event that focuses on ecological restoration activities including invasive species removal\, seed collecting\, and native plant installation. Volunteers may also be involved with trail maintenance\, general clean-up\, or other tasks that help visitors better enjoy our magnificent natural areas. \nTools\, work gloves\, water\, and snacks will be provided.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/stewardship-workday-at-saul-lake-bog-1019/
LOCATION:Saul Lake Bog Nature Preserve\, 10471 Six Mile Road\, Rockford\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191010T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191010T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190927T153813Z
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SUMMARY:Saugatuck Sunset Hike
DESCRIPTION:Named one of America’s best beaches\, the sands of Saugatuck have called travelers far and wide to enjoy its clean shoreline\, squeaky sand\, stunning dunes\, and beautiful sunsets. Join The Nature Conservancy and the Land Conservancy of West Michigan for a guided hike as we explore the unique ecology of the region and share how powerful partnerships protected this iconic place. \nFree and family friendly! Space is limited. Please register online or call Mary Louks at 517-316-2260.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/saugatuck-sunset-hike-tnc/
LOCATION:Saugatuck Harbor Natural Area\, 690 Perryman St\, Saugatuck\, MI\, 49453\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191003T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191003T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20190802T144937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190814T185701Z
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SUMMARY:Preserved! Frauenthal Center Gallery Opening (Muskegon)
DESCRIPTION:For the past eight months\, 16 artists with ties to West Michigan have been visiting natural areas protected by the Land Conservancy. Using diverse approaches\, these painters\, photographers\, ceramicists and fiber artists have crafted pieces capturing the vibrant natural surroundings found in the protected lands. This fall\, the Land Conservancy is hosting two unique gallery exhibitions featuring and selling the artwork created for Preserved!  \nThe public is invited for a first chance to take home pieces capturing the beauty of Flower Creek Dunes Nature Preserve\, The Highlands\, Saul Lake Bog and more at the exhibitions’ opening receptions.  \nThe first exhibition at the Frauenthal Center Reception Gallery in Muskegon\, Michigan\, will kick off with an opening reception on Thursday\, Oct. 3 from 5-8 p.m. Registration is on sale for $50. All ticket and art sales will benefit the Land Conservancy. Drinks and appetizers will be served. \nRegister to attend here!
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/preserved-muskegon-2019/
LOCATION:Frauenthal Center\, 425 W Western Ave #200\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190919T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190919T190000
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SUMMARY:Third Thursdays at The Highlands: Seed Hunting and Quilting with Preserved! artist Shilin Hora
DESCRIPTION:Join the Land Conservancy and Preserved! artist Shilin Hora for a workshop. Shilin will guide us in scouting\, harvesting and identifying seeds on The Highlands that we will then collect and transform into plantable works of art. We will provide water and snacks. Space is limited\, please register to attend! \n \nAbout Third Thursdays at The Highlands\nThis summer and fall\, the Land Conservancy of West Michigan is hosting a series of events to showcase The Highlands\, a former golf course turned restored natural area\, and the opportunities that exist there to learn\, recreate and find restoration.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/third-thursdays-seed-quilting/
LOCATION:The Highlands\, 2715 Leonard Street Northwest\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
CATEGORIES:Third Thursdays
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190914T120000
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Workday at The Highlands (Second Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Help us install bird boxes and plant native plants in and around the new wetlands at The Highlands. \n \nAbout Second Saturday Events\nThe Land Conservancy’s 16 nature preserves contain an incredible diversity of natural features including prairies\, forests\, and wetlands that are great places to explore. However\, invasive species and altered natural processes threaten to degrade the ecological quality of many of our preserves. Active management is often needed to ensure the long-term sustainability of these wonderful natural areas\, and we need your help. Fortunately\, through our Second Saturdays event series\, there are now plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nFrom 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month\, the Land Conservancy will host a volunteer event that focuses on ecological restoration activities including invasive species removal\, seed collecting\, and native plant installation. Volunteers may also be involved with trail maintenance\, general clean-up\, or other tasks that help visitors better enjoy our magnificent natural areas. \nTools\, work gloves\, water\, and snacks will be provided.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/stewardship-workday-at-the-highlands-0919/
LOCATION:The Highlands\, 2715 Leonard Street Northwest\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
CATEGORIES:Second Saturdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190815T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190815T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190624T125502Z
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SUMMARY:Third Thursdays at The Highlands: Restoration 101 Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join Land Conservancy staff on a hike exploring the restoration projects in progress at The Highlands. We’ll visit the sites where we are restoring wetlands\, native grasslands and a stream that has long been buried under the property. We will provide water and snacks. Space is limited\, please register to attend! \n \nAbout Third Thursdays at The Highlands\nThis summer and fall\, the Land Conservancy of West Michigan is hosting a series of events to showcase The Highlands\, a former golf course turned restored natural area\, and the opportunities that exist there to learn\, recreate and find restoration.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/third-thursdays-restoration-hike/
LOCATION:The Highlands\, 2715 Leonard Street Northwest\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
CATEGORIES:Third Thursdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190810T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20190207T214722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190207T214722Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Workday at Wege Natural Area (Second Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Help remove invasive shrubs and clear around oaks in the former pine plantation! \n \nAbout Second Saturday Events\nThe Land Conservancy’s 16 nature preserves contain an incredible diversity of natural features including prairies\, forests\, and wetlands that are great places to explore. However\, invasive species and altered natural processes threaten to degrade the ecological quality of many of our preserves. Active management is often needed to ensure the long-term sustainability of these wonderful natural areas\, and we need your help. Fortunately\, through our Second Saturdays event series\, there are now plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nFrom 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month\, the Land Conservancy will host a volunteer event that focuses on ecological restoration activities including invasive species removal\, seed collecting\, and native plant installation. Volunteers may also be involved with trail maintenance\, general clean-up\, or other tasks that help visitors better enjoy our magnificent natural areas. \nTools\, work gloves\, water\, and snacks will be provided.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/stewardship-workday-at-wege-0819/
LOCATION:Wege Foundation Natural Area\, 11715 Vergennes Road\, Lowell\, 49331\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190718T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190718T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20190624T125613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190624T125613Z
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SUMMARY:Third Thursdays at The Highlands: Mindfulness Walk with Bethany Block
DESCRIPTION:Join the Land Conservancy and holistic health expert Bethany Block on a Mindfulness Walk through The Highlands. Water and snacks will be provided. Space is limited\, please register to attend! \n \nAbout Third Thursdays at The Highlands\nThis summer and fall\, the Land Conservancy of West Michigan is hosting a series of events to showcase The Highlands\, a former golf course turned restored natural area\, and the opportunities that exist there to learn\, recreate and find restoration.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/third-thursdays-mindfulness-walk-bethany-block/
LOCATION:The Highlands\, 2715 Leonard Street Northwest\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
CATEGORIES:Third Thursdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190713T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190713T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190206T211857Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Workday at Flower Creek Dunes (Second Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Flower Creek Dunes Nature Preserve to remove invasive shrubs and spend some time in a scenic lakeshore locale. \n \nAbout Second Saturday Events\nThe Land Conservancy’s 16 nature preserves contain an incredible diversity of natural features including prairies\, forests\, and wetlands that are great places to explore. However\, invasive species and altered natural processes threaten to degrade the ecological quality of many of our preserves. Active management is often needed to ensure the long-term sustainability of these wonderful natural areas\, and we need your help. \nFortunately\, through our Second Saturdays event series\, there are now plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nFrom 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month\, the Land Conservancy will host a volunteer event that focuses on ecological restoration activities including invasive species removal\, seed collecting\, and native plant installation. Volunteers may also be involved with trail maintenance\, general clean-up\, or other tasks that help visitors better enjoy our magnificent natural areas. \nTools\, work gloves\, water\, and snacks will be provided.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/stewardship-workday-at-flower-creek-dunes-0719/
LOCATION:Flower Creek Dunes Nature Preserve\, 8501 Meinert Park Road\, Montague\, MI\, 49437\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190620T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190620T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20190515T144357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190515T194049Z
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SUMMARY:The Highlands Community Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Together\, we did it. With your generous support\, the Phase One campaign for The Highlands is complete. Our vision of turning this former golf course into an inclusive\, restored natural space right in Grand Rapids has become a reality. \nLet’s celebrate! Please join us on the eve of the summer solstice for ice cream\, guided hikes\, music by AnDro and more. \nThis event is free. No registration is required. 
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/highlands-celebration/
LOCATION:The Highlands\, 2715 Leonard Street Northwest\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190608T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190608T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20190206T204010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190206T211249Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Workday at B.D. White Nature Preserve (Second Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Garlic mustard\, while a nice addition to a salad\, is a threat to many of our nature preserves. Join other volunteers and help pull the garlic mustard before it takes over the preserve!\n \nAbout Second Saturday Events\nThe Land Conservancy’s 16 nature preserves contain an incredible diversity of natural features including prairies\, forests\, and wetlands that are great places to explore. However\, invasive species and altered natural processes threaten to degrade the ecological quality of many of our preserves. Active management is often needed to ensure the long-term sustainability of these wonderful natural areas\, and we need your help. \nFortunately\, through our Second Saturdays event series\, there are now plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nFrom 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month\, the Land Conservancy will host a volunteer event that focuses on ecological restoration activities including invasive species removal\, seed collecting\, and native plant installation. Volunteers may also be involved with trail maintenance\, general clean-up\, or other tasks that help visitors better enjoy our magnificent natural areas. \nTools\, work gloves\, water\, and snacks will be provided.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/stewardship-workday-at-b-d-white-nature-preserve-second-saturday-2/
LOCATION:Bradford Dickinson White Nature Preserve\, 12598 36th St\, Lowell\, MI\, 49331\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20190206T202411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190206T211131Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Workday at Brower Lake (Second Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Garlic mustard\, while a nice addition to a salad\, is a threat to many of our preserves. Help us remove invasive garlic mustard before it takes over the Brower Lake Nature Preserve! \n \n\nAbout Second Saturday Events\nThe Land Conservancy’s 16 nature preserves contain an incredible diversity of natural features including prairies\, forests\, and wetlands that are great places to explore. However\, invasive species and altered natural processes threaten to degrade the ecological quality of many of our preserves. Active management is often needed to ensure the long-term sustainability of these wonderful natural areas\, and we need your help. \nFortunately\, through our Second Saturdays event series\, there are now plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nFrom 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month\, the Land Conservancy will host a volunteer event that focuses on ecological restoration activities including invasive species removal\, seed collecting\, and native plant installation. Volunteers may also be involved with trail maintenance\, general clean-up\, or other tasks that help visitors better enjoy our magnificent natural areas. \nTools\, work gloves\, water\, and snacks will be provided.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/stewardship-workday-brower-lake-second-saturday-0519/
LOCATION:Brower Lake Nature Preserve\, 8748 Je-Ne-Be-Dr\, Rockford\, MI\, 49341\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190413T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20180823T160437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190326T130800Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Workday at Wege Natural Area (Second Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Help remove invasive shrubs at Wege Foundation Natural Area! \n \nAbout Second Saturday Events\nThe Land Conservancy’s 16 nature preserves contain an incredible diversity of natural features including prairies\, forests\, and wetlands that are great places to explore. However\, invasive species and altered natural processes threaten to degrade the ecological quality of many of our preserves. Active management is often needed to ensure the long-term sustainability of these wonderful natural areas\, and we need your help.Fortunately\, through our Second Saturdays event series\, there are now plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nFrom 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month\, the Land Conservancy will host a volunteer event that focuses on ecological restoration activities including invasive species removal\, seed collecting\, and native plant installation. Volunteers may also be involved with trail maintenance\, general clean-up\, or other tasks that help visitors better enjoy our magnificent natural areas. \nTools\, work gloves\, water\, and snacks will be provided.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/stewardship-workday-at-wege-0419/
LOCATION:Wege Foundation Natural Area\, 11715 Vergennes Road\, Lowell\, 49331\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190309T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190309T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20180823T155208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190206T210403Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Workday at Maas Family Nature Preserve (Second Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Help remove invasive shrubs and black cherry from this rare oak savanna habitat and help the savanna to be a healthy habitat for the endangered Karner blue butterfly. \n \nAbout Second Saturday Events\nThe Land Conservancy’s 16 nature preserves contain an incredible diversity of natural features including prairies\, forests\, Powered by Eventbriteand wetlands that are great places to explore. However\, invasive species and altered natural processes threaten to degrade the ecological quality of many of our preserves. Active management is often needed to ensure the long-term sustainability of these wonderful natural areas\, and we need your help.Fortunately\, through our Second Saturdays event series\, there are now plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nFrom 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month\, the Land Conservancy will host a volunteer event that focuses on ecological restoration activities including invasive species removal\, seed collecting\, and native plant installation. Volunteers may also be involved with trail maintenance\, general clean-up\, or other tasks that help visitors better enjoy our magnificent natural areas. \nTools\, work gloves\, water\, and snacks will be provided.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/stewardship-workday-maas-family-0319/
LOCATION:Maas Family Nature Preserve\, 10450 Summit Ave\, Rockford\, MI\, 49341\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20180823T153625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190206T210356Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Workday at Lamberton  (Second Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Lamberton Lake Fen is threatened by takeover by invasive glossy buckthorn. Help us save a historic habitat remnant by removing buckthorn and other invasive species! \n \nAbout Second Saturday Events\nThe Land Conservancy’s 16 nature preserves contain an incredible diversity of natural features including prairies\, forests\, and wetlands that are great places to explore. However\, invasive species and altered natural processes threaten to degrade the ecological quality of many of our preserves. Active management is often needed to ensure the long-term sustainability of these wonderful natural areas\, and we need your help. \nFortunately\, through our Second Saturdays event series\, there are now plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nFrom 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month\, the Land Conservancy will host a volunteer event that focuses on ecological restoration activities including invasive species removal\, seed collecting\, and native plant installation. Volunteers may also be involved with trail maintenance\, general clean-up\, or other tasks that help visitors better enjoy our magnificent natural areas. \nTools\, work gloves\, water\, and snacks will be provided.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/stewardship-workday-at-lamberton-second-saturday-2/
LOCATION:Lamberton Lake Nature Preserve\, 3118 Plaza Dr NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49525\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20180823T152910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181212T160726Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Workday at Lamberton  (Second Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Details\nLamberton Lake Fen is threatened by takeover by invasive glossy buckthorn. Help us save a historic habitat remnant by removing buckthorn and other invasive species. \n\n\n \nThe Land Conservancy’s 16 nature preserves contain an incredible diversity of natural features including prairies\, forests\, and wetlands that are great places to explore. However\, invasive species and altered natural processes threaten to degrade the ecological quality of many of our preserves. Active management is often needed to ensure the long-term sustainability of these wonderful natural areas\, and we need your help. \nFortunately\, through our Second Saturdays event series\, there are now plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nFrom 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month\, the Land Conservancy will host a volunteer event that focuses on ecological restoration activities including invasive species removal\, seed collecting\, and native plant installation. Volunteers may also be involved with trail maintenance\, general clean-up\, or other tasks that help visitors better enjoy our magnificent natural areas. \nTools\, work gloves\, water\, and snacks will be provided.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/stewardship-workday-at-lamberton-second-saturday/
LOCATION:Lamberton Lake Nature Preserve\, 3118 Plaza Dr NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49525\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190101T123000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20181212T172744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T163515Z
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SUMMARY:New Years Day Hike at Ottawa Sands
DESCRIPTION:Details\nKick off your new year by joining our Land Protection Director\, April Scholtz\, for an 11 AM hike of Ottawa Sands on New Years Day. This will be a great opportunity learn more about the partnership project between the Land Conservancy and Ottawa County Parks\, as well as a chance to take in some stunning\, wintry views of the new park. \nPlease RSVP if you plan on attending. Meet at the entrance gate to the property\, on the south side of North Shore Drive just west of Coast Guard Park. There are limited parking spaces near the entrance gate\, more across the road at Coast Guard Park\, and more slightly further away at North Beach Park. From there\, we will hike into the property\, around the lake\, and out to the Grand River shoreline. It shouldn’t take more than 1.5 hours to cover about 2.5 miles. Prepare to walk on an unpaved trail and some uneven ground. Dress for the conditions\, and you can always look forward to the warmth of restaurants/bars in nearby Spring Lake and Grand Haven afterward! \n  \n
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/new-years-day-hike-2019/
LOCATION:Ottawa Sands\, 18153 North Shore Drive\, Ferrysburg\, MI\, 49456\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20180702T203835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180702T203835Z
UID:14775-1544259600-1544270400@naturenearby.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Workday at Brower Lake (Second Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Details\nHelp remove invasive shrubs at Brower Lake Nature Preserve and help the native plants here to thrive. \n \nAbout Second Saturday Events\nThe Land Conservancy’s 16 nature preserves contain an incredible diversity of natural features including prairies\, forests\, and wetlands that are great places to explore. However\, invasive species and altered natural processes threaten to degrade the ecological quality of many of our preserves. Active management is often needed to ensure the long-term sustainability of these wonderful natural areas\, and we need your help. \nFortunately\, through our Second Saturdays event series\, there are now plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nFrom 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month\, the Land Conservancy will host a volunteer event that focuses on ecological restoration activities including invasive species removal\, seed collecting\, and native plant installation. Volunteers may also be involved with trail maintenance\, general clean-up\, or other tasks that help visitors better enjoy our magnificent natural areas. \nTools\, work gloves\, water\, and snacks will be provided.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/stewardship-workday-at-brower-lake-second-saturday/
LOCATION:Brower Lake Nature Preserve\, 8748 Je-Ne-Be-Dr\, Rockford\, MI\, 49341\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181123T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20180925T191125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180925T192149Z
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SUMMARY:Black Friday Prairie Planting at Saul Lake Bog
DESCRIPTION:Details\nJoin the growing movement of avoiding the stores and the lines on Black Friday and get outside to enjoy the fresh air after a day of food and relaxation. We’ll be planting several new acres of prairie at Saul Lake Bog and continuing one of the longest-running and largest prairie restorations in Michigan. \n  \n 
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/black-friday-prairie-planting-2/
LOCATION:Saul Lake Bog Nature Preserve\, 10471 Six Mile Road\, Rockford\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20180702T203307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180702T203307Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Workday at Saul Lake Bog (Second Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:DETAILS\nThe prairie at Saul Lake Bog owes its existence to the hard work of volunteers over many years. The prairie restoration project is one of the largest and longest running in the state and fall is the time for seed collecting. The seeds picked will be used to plant new sections prairie at Saul Lake Bog as well as other restoration projects at other preserves. \nRSVP\n\n\n  \n\n\nABOUT SECOND SATURDAY EVENTS\nThe Land Conservancy’s 16 nature preserves contain an incredible diversity of natural features including prairies\, forests\, and wetlands that are great places to explore. However\, invasive species and altered natural processes threaten to degrade the ecological quality of many of our preserves. Active management is often needed to ensure the long-term sustainability of these wonderful natural areas\, and we need your help. \nFortunately\, through our Second Saturdays event series\, there are now plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nFrom 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month\, the Land Conservancy will host a volunteer event that focuses on ecological restoration activities including invasive species removal\, seed collecting\, and native plant installation. Volunteers may also be involved with trail maintenance\, general clean-up\, or other tasks that help visitors better enjoy our magnificent natural areas. \nTools\, work gloves\, water\, and snacks will be provided.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/stewardship-workday-at-saul-lake-bog-second-saturday-2/
LOCATION:Saul Lake Bog Nature Preserve\, 10471 Six Mile Road\, Rockford\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181013T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20180702T202919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180702T202919Z
UID:14769-1539421200-1539432000@naturenearby.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Workday at Saul Lake Bog (Second Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Details\nThe prairie at Saul Lake Bog owes its existence to the hard work of volunteers over many years. The prairie restoration project is one of the largest and longest running in the state and fall is the time for seed collecting. The seeds picked will be used to plant new sections prairie at Saul Lake Bog as well as other restoration projects at other preserves. \nRSVP\n\n \n\nAbout Second Saturday Events\nThe Land Conservancy’s 16 nature preserves contain an incredible diversity of natural features including prairies\, forests\, and wetlands that are great places to explore. However\, invasive species and altered natural processes threaten to degrade the ecological quality of many of our preserves. Active management is often needed to ensure the long-term sustainability of these wonderful natural areas\, and we need your help. \nFortunately\, through our Second Saturdays event series\, there are now plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nFrom 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month\, the Land Conservancy will host a volunteer event that focuses on ecological restoration activities including invasive species removal\, seed collecting\, and native plant installation. Volunteers may also be involved with trail maintenance\, general clean-up\, or other tasks that help visitors better enjoy our magnificent natural areas. \nTools\, work gloves\, water\, and snacks will be provided.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/stewardship-workday-at-saul-lake-bog-second-saturday/
LOCATION:Saul Lake Bog Nature Preserve\, 10471 Six Mile Road\, Rockford\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181006T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181006T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20180822T143320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180822T143320Z
UID:14875-1538821800-1538827200@naturenearby.org
SUMMARY:White Lake Guided Nature Walks - October
DESCRIPTION:About White Lake Guided Nature Walks\nExplore and enjoy the pristine natural areas of White Lake as you are led by an expert area naturalist. Each walk will feature a specific topic\, such as coastal dune conservation\, local ecology\, or the importance and challenge of maintaining natural areas in the city. \nEstablished in 2006\, White Lake Guided Nature Walks take place June through October on the first Saturday of each month. There is no cost to attend. \nThe program is a partnership of Great Lakes Consulting\, the White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce\, and the Land Conservancy of West Michigan. It is sponsored by Arconic (formally Alcoa Howmet) and coordinated by Great Lakes Consulting. \nDetails\nAbout the Walk\nThe topic for the walk is “Coastal Dune Conservation.” This walk takes place at Flower Creek Dunes Nature Preserve. The meeting location is Meinert Park. The guide for this walk is April Scholtz\, Land Protection Director for the Land Conservancy. \nThe walk will begin at 10:30 a.m. sharp and will end at approximately noon. The walk is free. \nWhat should you bring?\nAttendees are encouraged to bring insect repellant\, water\, and snacks if needed. Dress appropriately for the weather\, and wear comfortable and sturdy shoes (no flip-flops). Other suggested items to bring include: sunscreen\, hat\, umbrella\, binoculars\, camera\, sketchpad\, and pencils or pens. \nRegistration\n\n\n\n\nRegistration for walks is suggested but not required. To register for a walk\, please contact the White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce (see info below). \n\n\n\n\nContact\nWalks will take place regardless of weather\, unless conditions are unsafe.  Please call Tanya Cabala at (231) 292-8188 to confirm on the day of the walk if you have questions. \nFor more information about the program\, contact the White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce at (231) 893-4585 or Tanya Cabala at tcabala@charter.net or her office phone at (231) 981-0016. \nDirections\nIndividuals unfamiliar with locations can meet at the White Lake Area Chamber of Commerce at 124 W. Hanson Street in Whitehall at 10 a.m. to receive detailed directions or to carpool out to surrounding locations. Parking is available.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/white-lake-guided-nature-walks-october-2/
LOCATION:Flower Creek Dunes Nature Preserve\, 8501 Meinert Park Road\, Montague\, MI\, 49437\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181004T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181004T230000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20180904T205310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180905T201509Z
UID:14943-1538665200-1538694000@naturenearby.org
SUMMARY:Brewery Vivant Benefit Night
DESCRIPTION:Details\nAs a part of Brewery Vivant’s charitable giving program\, the brewery invites a local non-profit organization to the pub and shares a percentage of the sales that day with the organization. Come out and have an extra beer or splurge on several courses knowing that you’re supporting the the Land Conservancy. Brewery Vivant has even brewed up a special beer for the occasion!
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/brewery-vivant-benefit-night/
LOCATION:Brewery Vivant\, 925 Cherry St SE\, Grand Rapids\, 49506\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180927T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180927T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20180808T183024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180914T144611Z
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SUMMARY:Harvest Moon Celebration
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URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/hmc2018/
LOCATION:The Highlands\, 2715 Leonard Street Northwest\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180911T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20180829T131755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180829T131755Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Collecting Workday at Saul Lake Bog
DESCRIPTION:Details\nHelp us get an early start on seed collecting this year\, so we can continue to expand the prairie at Saul Lake Bog and implement planting projects on other LCWM properties this fall. Without the help of volunteers\, we would not be able to collect nearly enough native seeds to complete all of our restoration projects. \nIf we’re lucky\, we might catch a great sunset over the prairie! \nRSVP
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/seed-collecting-workday-at-saul-lake-bog/
LOCATION:Saul Lake Bog Nature Preserve\, 10471 Six Mile Road\, Rockford\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180908T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180908T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20180702T202348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180702T203902Z
UID:14764-1536397200-1536408000@naturenearby.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Workday at Wege Foundation Natural Area (Second Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Details\nHelp us remove invasive shrubs at this preserve and help the native plants to thrive. \n\n \nPowered by Eventbrite\n\nAbout Second Saturday Events\nThe Land Conservancy’s 16 nature preserves contain an incredible diversity of natural features including prairies\, forests\, and wetlands that are great places to explore. However\, invasive species and altered natural processes threaten to degrade the ecological quality of many of our preserves. Active management is often needed to ensure the long-term sustainability of these wonderful natural areas\, and we need your help. \nFortunately\, through our Second Saturdays event series\, there are now plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nFrom 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month\, the Land Conservancy will host a volunteer event that focuses on ecological restoration activities including invasive species removal\, seed collecting\, and native plant installation. Volunteers may also be involved with trail maintenance\, general clean-up\, or other tasks that help visitors better enjoy our magnificent natural areas. \nTools\, work gloves\, water\, and snacks will be provided.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/stewardship-workday-at-wege-foundation-natural-area/
LOCATION:Wege Foundation Natural Area\, 11715 Vergennes Road\, Lowell\, 49331\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180811T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180811T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20180702T201728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180702T201728Z
UID:14760-1533978000-1533988800@naturenearby.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Workday at Wege Foundation Natural Area (Second Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Details\nHelp us remove invasive shrubs at Wege Foundation Natural Area as well as clear out around some of the oak trees in the former pine plantation. \n\n \nPowered by Eventbrite\n\nAbout Second Saturday Events\nThe Land Conservancy’s 16 nature preserves contain an incredible diversity of natural features including prairies\, forests\, and wetlands that are great places to explore. However\, invasive species and altered natural processes threaten to degrade the ecological quality of many of our preserves. Active management is often needed to ensure the long-term sustainability of these wonderful natural areas\, and we need your help. \nFortunately\, through our Second Saturdays event series\, there are now plenty of opportunities to get involved. \nFrom 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month\, the Land Conservancy will host a volunteer event that focuses on ecological restoration activities including invasive species removal\, seed collecting\, and native plant installation. Volunteers may also be involved with trail maintenance\, general clean-up\, or other tasks that help visitors better enjoy our magnificent natural areas. \nTools\, work gloves\, water\, and snacks will be provided.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/stewardship-workday-at-wege-foundation-natural-area-second-saturday-2/
LOCATION:Wege Foundation Natural Area\, 11715 Vergennes Road\, Lowell\, 49331\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180714T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180714T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20180425T143759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180425T143759Z
UID:14639-1531558800-1531569600@naturenearby.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Workday at Flower Creek Dunes (Second Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Details\nTime to get to work on one of our newest nature preserve additions! \nThis will be the first summer for the new addition at Flower Creek Dunes Nature Preserve. Over the winter\, a cottage was removed from a high point on the dunes and soon new trails will be developed with a lookout at this point. Volunteers will be helping to clean up the area in preparation for new trails to be built as well as doing some invasive species removal and general beach clean up as time allows.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/stewardship-workday-at-flower-creek-dunes-second-saturday/
LOCATION:Flower Creek Dunes Nature Preserve\, 8501 Meinert Park Road\, Montague\, MI\, 49437\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180621T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180621T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035555
CREATED:20180518T150758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180530T152438Z
UID:14667-1529605800-1529613000@naturenearby.org
SUMMARY:Highlands Campaign & Solstice Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate the longest day of the year and to learn about The Highlands campaign to bring nature into the city of Grand Rapids at the former Highlands Golf Course. \n \nEnjoy guided hikes\, food\, bagpipe music from Muskegon Regional Police Pipes and Drums\, and activities for kids and families. \nWe’ll also unveil our “sponsor a square foot” program where you’ll have the opportunity to claim your own symbolic square foot of The Highlands and become a vital part of bringing nature to the city of Grand Rapids. \nThis event is free. No registration is required.
URL:https://naturenearby.org/events/campaignkickoff/
LOCATION:The Highlands\, 2715 Leonard Street Northwest\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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