Events

Every Wednesday, May 6th through June 10th, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at Leo Creek Preserve

Register HERE.

Join ISEA for our Weeding Wednesday series! We are gathering at the Leo Creek Preserve native garden to get our flower beds ready for a beautiful season of growth.

This is a fantastic weekly opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, learn about native plants, and meet fellow community members who share a passion for local ecology.

Each week, we will focus on light weeding and general gardening tasks within the native garden area. Whether you are an experienced gardener or a beginner looking to pick up some new skills, these sessions are designed to be relaxed, educational, and social.

This is a drop-in event! Whether you’ve been volunteering with ISEA for years or want an excuse to play in the dirt, all are welcome!

Event Details

• When: Every Wednesday morning
• Dates: May 6, 2026 – June 10, 2026
• Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
• Location: Leo Creek Preserve (Meet in the garden by the shed)
• Parking: Available at the 4th Street Trailhead of the Leelanau Trail or at the Capt. Thomas M. Kelly Biological Station.

What to Bring

• Water Bottle: Stay hydrated while we work.
• Gloves: Optional; feel free to bring your own, though they aren’t strictly required.
• Supplies: All necessary gardening tools and supplies will be provided by ISEA.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please reach out to our team:

• Lia Cook (Volunteer Coordinator): lcook@schoolship.org
• Jess Piskor (Grounds and Maintenance Supervisor): jpiskor@schoolship.org

We look forward to seeing you in the garden!

Learn more about our volunteer opportunities at schoolship.org/volunteer.