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Castle Park Nature Reserve

DePersia South Highlands Nature Preserve

Dumaw Woodland Nature Preserve

Dune Harbor Park Muskegon County

Dune Pines Nature Preserve

Flower Creek Dunes Nature Preserve

Huyser Farm Park

Kuker-Van Til Nature Preserve

Lake Breeze Nature Preserve

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Lost Lake: Muskegon State Park

Maas Family Nature Preserve

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Pere Marquette River: Rainbow Rapids

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The Land Conservancy of West Michigan is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that works to keep nature nearby and help people protect, enjoy, and care for natural land in West Michigan. We conserve land by creating public nature preserves, providing support to communities and local governments creating natural areas, and helping private landowners protect their own land.

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Volunteers! Join us tomorrow at Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve to remove invasive garlic mustard. Spend your Saturday morning helping care for the important habitats protected at this natural oasis in urban Grand Rapids. 🌱

Learn more and sign up to attend on our website. Link in our profile!
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On Saturday, May 31st, the Land Conservancy of West Michigan hosted representatives from the American Bird Conservancy (ABC) on an exploration of Wege Foundation Natural Area. The event highlighted how, with the support of ABC, the Land Conservancy is restoring healthy, biodiverse habitat on the preserve while we listened for migrating and resident birds. 

If you missed the Land Conservancy's "Creating a Forest for Birds" program, you can read all about the experience in our latest blog from LCWM volunteer Stephanie Gerling, excerpted below.

"As we made our way through the preserve, Austin (Heslinga) and Linnea (Rowse) highlighted the ongoing restoration efforts at Wege Foundation Natural Area, where LCWM has been removing invasive species like autumn olive to restore oak savanna ecosystems with rich biodiversity. This carefully planned restoration includes the removal of fast-growing maples that block light and crowd out native species, while preserving the native oaks that define this landscape and provide safe haven to countless nesting birds."

Read more: https://naturenearby.org/creating-a-forest-for-birds-more-than-just-a-walk-in-the-woods/
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Wild columbine (Aquilegia canadensis) blooms at McDuffee Creek Nature Preserve. 💥 According to the University of Michigan Herbarium, this plant is one of few Michigan natives to be pollinated by hummingbirds, and you can find it growing in nearly every county.
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Volunteers, we need your help caring for Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve! 🌼 At this month's Second Saturday Workday, we'll be removing invasive garlic mustard to protect the restored natural habitat. Join us on Saturday, June 14 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve in Grand Rapids. Learn more and sign up to attend on our website. Link in our profile!
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Dumaw Woodland Nature Preserve, located near Pentwater, MI, is a peaceful place to stop for a short hike. Trails and boardwalks meander through forests of maple, hemlock, beech, and cedar, and offer serene views of Dumaw Creek. Learn more about Dumaw Woodland Nature Preserve on our website. Link in our profile!
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These photos were submitted from the photo monitoring station at Saul Lake Bog Nature Preserve and show the impact of prescribed fire on lupine. 🔥🌱

Last year's prescribed burn cleared out dead vegetation and allowed sun to reach lupine seeds and rhizomes in the soil, stimulating a formidable bloom this year. Research has shown that lupine plants in areas that have been burned produce more seeds and pods. The heat from fire can also crack open the thick coat on lupine seeds, increasing the germination rate. In many cases, and certainly at Saul Lake Prairie, more fire = more lupine! In addition to being a beautiful spring spectacle, these blooms provide an important food source for native pollinators.

Thanks to everyone who submits photos via our #photomonitorlcwm stations! Your submissions help tell the stories of restoration happening in real time on our nature preserves.
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Spring wildflowers in bloom at Upriver Nature Preserve. 🌸

Learn more about Upriver Nature Preserve on our website. Link in our profile!
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Please joining us in welcoming this season's Stewardship Interns, Sarah Jekel and Brian Coalter!

Sarah grew up in West Michigan, where the region’s diverse landscape sparked an early interest in native ecosystems. She recently earned a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental and Sustainability Studies from Grand Valley State University, along with certifications in wildland firefighting. As part of the team at the Land Conservancy, she is especially excited to gain hands-on experience in habitat restoration, prescribed fire management, and help support the long-term stewardship of native habitats.

Brian grew up in Sparta, MI where his parents immersed him in the outdoors and he developed a deep appreciation for our beautiful state. He is currently seeking a B.S. In Environmental and Sustainability Studies through GVSU with a certification in GIS. He is excited to be joining LCWM to grow his experience in species identification and get to know good land management practices from those who know best!

We are excited to work with Brian and Sarah this season as they support the care of our nature preserves and conservation easements. Welcome to the team!
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