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2026 Shiver on the River
Belle Isle State Park 100 The Strand, Detroit, MI, United StatesJoin us for another year of Shiver on the River Eco Fair on Saturday, February 7, 2026! With activities from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. on Belle Isle! There will be free caricature drawings, a magic show, ice carvings and more! This event is free and open to all ages! Concessions will be available for […]
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2026 Michigan Vernal Pool Patrol Training Series
Online WebinarLearn more about vernal pools and how you can help monitor and protect these fascinating and important wetlands across Michigan! This virtual training will provide information and resources to those interested in participating in the Michigan Vernal Pool Patrol or just interested in learning more about these important wetlands. The training will consist of three […]
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Winter Management of Curly Leaf Pondweed
Online WebinarCurly leaf pondweed is an invasive aquatic plant that crowds out natives, disrupts recreation by forming dense surface mats, and harms ecosystems by causing oxygen depletion and algae blooms, leading to fish kills. Presenter Jason Euchner, Iowa Dept. of Natural Resources Jason is an Aquatic Vegetation Management Biologist with Iowa DNR. His presentation will cover […]
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2026 Invasive Species Forum
Online WebinarThe virtual Invasive Species Forum is an annual event that brings attention to invasive species issues, research, and advances in prevention and management occurring across Canada, in neighbouring U.S. States, and beyond. The 2026 Invasive Species Forum will take place from February 17 to 19, 2026, with the theme: Progress Through Partnerships. The preliminary program can be found HERE. Register […]
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2026 Frog and Toad Survey Training
Livonia Civic Center Library 32777 Five Mile Rd, Livonia, MI, United StatesStarted in 1998, the Rouge River Watershed Frog & Toad Survey is a volunteer listening survey as part of efforts to assess wildlife habitat for the Rouge River Area of Concern. Volunteers are trained to distinguish the breeding calls of the seven frogs and one toad found in the watershed. Surveyors choose a quarter square […]
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Dearborn Rain Garden 101 Workshop
Henry Ford Centennial Library 16301 Michigan Ave, Dearborn, MI, United StatesJoin your Friends at this one-hour introductory presentation to learn about rain gardens and how you can build one in your own yard. Held in the auditorium at the Henry Ford Centennial Library, this workshop is free and open to the public. No supplies are necessary, but feel free to bring note taking materials if […]
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Navigating Stormwater Challenges in a Variable Climate
Online WebinarThis year’s Beyond the Basics Stormwater Conference will delve into innovative strategies for managing stormwater in a variable climate. As communities face the multifaceted impacts of climate variability, urbanization, more frequent and intense storms, and prolonged drought, this conference will equip professionals with the knowledge to design resilient, forward-thinking stormwater infrastructure. Targeted at stormwater professionals […]
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Southeast Michigan Master Rain Garden Class
Online WebinarClass Dates: Five Thursdays, February 26, March 5, 12, 19, and 26 Class Time: 10 am – Noon (with optional 9-9:45 am office hours) VIRTUAL classroom with in-person tours throughout southeast Michigan First Tour: Sunday, March 1, 1-2 pm (Huron River, Washtenaw County, Ann Arbor) More to be announced! Design your own rain garden step-by-step during […]
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2026 Quiet Adventures Symposium
MSU Pavilion 4301 Farm Lane, Lansing, MI, United StatesThe 31th Annual Quiet Adventures Symposium will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at the MSU Farm Bureau Pavilion (4301 Farm Lane, Lansing, MI, on the Michigan State University campus) between 9:00 am and 5:30 pm. The Quiet Adventures Symposium (QAS) is an annual, day-long event celebrating non-motorized outdoor recreation like paddling, hiking, and biking. […]
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Blue Water River Walk Winter Woody Workday
Blue Water River Walk County Park 2210 Military St, Port Huron, MI, United StatesSt. Clair County Parks' wetland project at the south end of the Blue Water River Walk was designed to provide wet prairie habitat for pollinators, amphibians, birds and other wildlife. The problem is that woody species want it to be a thicket! Help us keep this project a haven for turtles, fish, and waterlilies by […]
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