Explore a vernal pool and the biodiversity within Rouge Park! We will be completing a monitoring visit as a group following the Vernal Pool Patrol protocol. Co-hosted by Michigan Nature Association (MNA), Michigan Dept. of Natural Resources, and the Friends of Rouge Park. Contact Abby Pointer (MNA) at 901-860-1162 or apointer@michigannature.org with any questions or comments. 

Cost: Free 

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vernal-pool-exploration-with-woaw-tickets-1985738121175?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join the Michigan Forest Association (MFA) and the Michigan chapter for the International Society of Arborists (ISA) for an evening of friendship, forestry, food, and fun! Come mingle with foresters, arborists, and other private forest landowners to discuss forest stewardship and cultivate community. First 30 attendees will receive a free beer ticket, and pizza from Two Sons will be available.

Hosted by: International Society of Arborists (ISA) and MFA

Cost: Free

Register here: https://michiganforestassociation-bloom.kindful.com/e/discover-isa-with-an-ipa

The Michigan Forest Association and the Benzie Conservation District are teaming up to continue the Neighbor Network, a volunteer tree planting initiative for the Benzie County community. Started in 2024 with the Forestry Assistance Program, this mixer is a chance for past Neighbors to reconnect and tentative new Neighbors to join the fun. The Neighbor Network aims to connect private landowners with other private landowners to assist with tree plantings. Since it's establishment in 2024, the Benzie Neighbor Network has had 6 Neighbor-hosted tree plantings that have resulted in 2,600+ seedlings getting in to the ground.

First 20 attendees to Five Shores day-of the event will receive a free drink ticket, and there will be light refreshments available. Please direct any dietary restrictions (or general questions and concerns) to MFA Outreach Forester Ellie Johnson (ellie.johnson@michiganforests.org or 989-285-2981).

Join us for a day of learning at this Women Owning and Appreciating Woodlands (WOAW) Workshop! Get empowered to connect with nature and gain knowledge on ways to become a steward of your property. Join for the morning or afternoon sessions, or join us for the whole day. With questions and comments please connect with Molly Lewis, 989-256-3147 or coordinator@cmcisma.org

Hosted by: Central Michigan CISMA, Gladwin Conservation District, Little Forks Conservancy, Chippewa Watershed Conservancy, and Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe

This hands-on workshop will teach the basics of grafting with scions gathered from the Dougherty Mission and other Large Surviving Americans (LSAs). Participants can leave with multiple genetics to grow on their own property or to potentially assist with LSA Breeding crosses in the future. Free to attend with donations accepted. Will take place in protected but outside area.

A supply of tools and supplies will be provided, however if participants have their own tools to bring that would be beneficial.

handheld pruning shears-sharp and clean
small cutting board
small sharp knife-dedicated grafting knife, replaceable box cutter/utility knife (my preferred tool) or sharp pocket knife will work.

Hosted by: Old Mission Chestnut Group

Cost: Free

To RSVP or for questions please complete form below or email americanchestnutsofmichigan@gmail.com.

Please join us for a Field Day at the HLM Test Property in Coleman, MI. This field day will be led by Hunter Fodor – Hunters Land Management LLC to help you better understand the following topics: understory vegetation management, ground scarification, creating snag trees, and utilizing coarse woody debris and brush piles for wildlife habitat. This will be a full outdoors event, so please dress accordingly and be prepared for the weather (will take place rain or shine). Water, snacks, and bathroom facilities will be provided. Content is geared towards forest landowners, loggers, foresters, and other natural resource professionals. Society of American Foresters CFEs and Sustainable Forestry Initiative credits will be available.

Hosted by: Hunters Land Management LLC

Cost: Free

Register by contact Hunter Fodor at 517-425-2192 or hlmforestry@gmail.com.