Curious about prescribed fire and how it can benefit your land? Join us for an introductory workshop designed specifically for landowners interested in using fire as a management tool. In partnership with Michigan Department of Natural Resources Prescribed Burn Specialist GraceAnna Cooper, this workshop will explore the ecological benefits of prescribed burning and walk through practical considerations for implementing fire on your property.

This workshop includes a guided look at our managed prairie, along with comparisons between burned and unburned prairie areas. Participants will gain a better understanding of fuel loads, fire behavior, and how prescribed burning can be used to promote healthy, resilient landscapes.

Whether you’re new to prescribed fire or looking to expand your land management toolkit, this workshop offers valuable insights and real-world examples to get you started. This is a free workshop, but registration is required!

Host: Michigan DNR and Muskegon Conservation District

Cost: Free

Register and learn more at this link: https://muskegoncd.org/events/prescribed-burn-workshop

Michigan Forest Association will be hosting their inaugural Women Owning and Appreciating Woodlands (WOAW) Weekend at Camp Greilick (property managed by Grand Traverse County Parks and Rec) this summer. Join us on June 26 to 28 as we discuss forest management recommendations, ecological properties of Michigan ecosystems, and what it means to be a good forest steward. There will be numerous sessions hosted by an array of natural resource professionals to help cultivate learning, community, and fun. Come enjoy the camaraderie of summer camp with other women who love and manage woodlands. Attendance is capped at 60 participants, meals will be provided, and there are limited lodgings for those interested in staying on-site at Camp Greilick. Please connect with MFA Outreach Forester Ellie Johnson at ellie.johnson@michiganforests.org or 989-285-2981 with any questions, comments, or dietary restrictions.

Hosted by: Speakers include representatives from Dovetail Partners, Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy, Kalkaska Conservation District, Bakkers Forestry, Grand Traverse Conservation District, Michigan Dept. of Natural Resources, Michigan Nature Association, MSU Extension, Grand Traverse County Parks and Rec, Iron Baraga Conservation District, Designs in Bloom, Metcalfe Forestry Co, and others.

Cost: $125 - $200 (depending on MFA member status and staying onsite or not)

Register here: https://michiganforestassociation-bloom.kindful.com/e/woaw-weekend

Learn more here: https://www.michiganforests.org/woaw/

Green Elk Rapids will host “A Great Water Awakening? Seizing the Moment” presented by Circle of Blue’s J. Carl Ganter.
Ganter, managing director of the international news organization Circle of Blue, will share insights from the frontlines of the global water crises. Also a member of the World Economic Forum Global Future Council on the Energy Nexus, and former Time Magazine and National Geographic photojournalist, Ganter will trace the arc from global water challenges and policy down to the Great Lakes and what local communities can do. The talk arrives at a pivotal moment for freshwater systems in Michigan, the United States and globally.

Hosted by: Green Elk Rapids (GreenER)

Cost: No tickets needed, donations appreciated

Register here: https://www.greenelkrapids.org/events.html

Located in the vast 60,000-plus-acre Shawnee State Forest, lthe site is one of high, native biodiversity. Large numbers of moth species and other nocturnal insects will be attracted to our specially-installed light stations, all while under the mentorship of expert naturalists. Evening presentations will be hosted at the Shawnee Lodge and Conference Center. Be prepared to stay up late into the night, so come well-rested!

Optional Friday and Saturday afternoon guided hikes will expose participants to the region’s stunning beauty, with additional sit-down classes to choose from. When we get close to the dates of the event, we will be emailing you details on all of our field rrips adn workshops, asking you for your preferences, Your choice will be confirmed your assignments by email, along with all the driving directions you’ll need for the entire weekend.

BEGINNERS ARE WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED! Previous experience is not at all necessary. We are eager to help beginners enjoy the event , and we can’t think of a better entry to loving moths than Mothapalooza!. Special training and orientation programs are available for beginners on Friday afternoon. Fortunately, unlike butterflies, once moths land on a lighting sheet, they usually relax and will linger quietly for minutes, sometimes hours, allowing you to closely approach and providing plenty of time to take photographs to facilitate later identification, Even your cell phone will perform quite nicely for this function.

If you have any questions, contact our Education Coordinator, Cassidy Drummond, at 937-794-3360.

Hosted by: Arc of Appalachia

Cost: $250

Learn more and register here: https://www.arcofappalachia.org/mothapalooza/

Join Us for Hands-On, Outdoor Learning!

Discover engaging, interdisciplinary ways to connect students with nature through our Project Learning Tree and Project WILD teacher workshop. Designed for K-12 educators, this hands-on professional development experience provides practical activities and resources that align with science, math, and literacy standards.

✅ Explore the outdoors with innovative lessons.
✅ Engage students in critical thinking about nature and conservation.
✅ Inspire curiosity and environmental stewardship.

SCECHs: Earn 6 (six) State Continuing Education Clock Hours (SCECHs).

Cost: $66 (Includes two resource books packed with hands-on activities for immediate classroom use)

Register here: https://www.johnsonnaturecenter.org/events/outdoor-learning-teacher-workshop

Learn more here: https://www.michiganplt.org/educators/professional-development

 The Houghton Keweenaw Conservation District is turning 75 this year! To celebrate, we would like to invite everyone to Calumet Waterworks Township Park on August 1, 2026 for a day of fun for the whole family. Also present will be an assortment of groups, agencies, and other organizations able to provide technical assistance, advice, and direction on how you can better manage your land and continue conservation in the Copper County and beyond. Food and drink will also be available for purchase from some of our local mobile vendors or simply pack a lunch to enjoy down on the shores of Lake Superior.

Hosted by: Houghton Keweenaw Conservation District

Cost: Free

Learn more here: https://www.hkconserve.com/diamond-75

For questions, please connect with HKCD at (906) 482-0214 or hkconservationdistrict@gmail.com.