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SUMMARY:Factory Farm Permits Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Factory farms threaten our waters with immense quantities of sewage\, which too often are sprayed on fields where it can then runoff into streams and leach into groundwater — including into our drinking water. \nOn August 8\, the Michigan Department of Environment\, Great Lakes\, and Energy (EGLE ) will hold an hybrid remote public hearing in Lansing on the long-contested 2020 NPDES-CAFO General Permit\, to regulate factory farm waste discharges to our waters. \nTo prepare for this important hearing\, join Flow Water Advocates on July 31 at Noon for a briefing on the issue\, and learn how you can weigh in to support effective regulation and clean waters in rural Michigan and the Great Lakes. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/factory-farm-permits-webinar/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="FLOW Water Advocates":MAILTO:info@flowforwater.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250729T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250729T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
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SUMMARY:Green Schoolyards Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join the Great Lakes Commission and partners for a webinar on Green Schoolyards\, featuring presentations from Healthy Schools Campaign\, Openlands\, and the Trust for Public Land. Staff will tell stories of how their organizations are working with communities and schools to transform schoolyards into multifunctional spaces that incorporate nature-based outdoor features. We will learn about the important partnerships and community engagement involved in these efforts as well as the benefits these projects have on improving green stormwater management. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/green-schoolyards-webinar/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Great Lakes Commission":MAILTO:beth@glc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250729T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
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SUMMARY:Your Guide to Regulatory and Redevelopment Assistance
DESCRIPTION:Contaminated properties exist in almost every community. Maybe it’s an old gas station\, a dry cleaner\, or an abandoned factory. In this webinar\, you’ll learn what EGLE does to keep the public safe and what can be done to get contaminated sites ready for redevelopment. Staff from EGLE’s Remediation and Redevelopment Division will explain liability\, due care\, and how to tap into brownfield redevelopment funding. \nAfter registering\, you will receive an email from “EGLE Outreach” with a link for you to use to join the webinar. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/your-guide-to-regulatory-and-redevelopment-assistance/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="EGLE":MAILTO:EGLE-Assist@Michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250805T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
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SUMMARY:Paint Creek Habitat Restoration
DESCRIPTION:Starting July 29th\, we will be installing 56 log structures on the Phase 4 section of Paint Creek and 27 additional structures on Phase 3.  Volunteers should bring gloves and waders (optional\, can wet-wade). \nEach day we will be meeting at the Paint Creek Trail parking lot on Tienken Rd at 9:30am. \nAddress:  1075 Paint Creek Ln\, Rochester Hills\, MI 48306 \n\n\n\nDaily work involves:\n\nTowing a canoe with tools (small generator\, sledge hammers\, saws\, steel rods\, etc.)\nDrilling holes through the logs for the steel rods\nHold logs in place while steel spikes are driven into the creek bed to hold them in place\nPull 10 – 20 foot logs from the woods\nPound 4 foot steel rods with a sledge hammer\nCollect in-stream rocks to place along / behind the logs once they are anchored\nLast time we let the volunteers decide where and how to place the final logs in the creek.\n\n\n\nFor convenience\, we have divided the work days up into two 4-hour time slots for each day.  You may register for as many or as few as you wish.  This would be an ideal opportunity to use any employer-provided volunteer PTO days – or for any students*\, a great way to log volunteer hours! \n*Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age and be able to wade safely and move heavy objects (rocks\, logs\, equipment) to participate. \nThank you for supporting our effort to restore and preserve Paint Creek\, and we hope to see you there! \n\n\nRegister HERE.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/paint-creek-habitat-restoration/
LOCATION:Paint Creek Trail\, 1075 Paint Creek Ln\, Rochester Hills\, MI\, 48306\, United States
CATEGORIES:Habitat Restoration
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vanguard Trout Unlimited":MAILTO:vanguardtu378@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250727T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250727T150000
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SUMMARY:Summer River Clean Up Float - July 2025
DESCRIPTION:This event is more than a clean up.  This event is to celebrate the amazing Gloria Miller who turns 100!  It goes with out saying\, she is the reason the Looking Glass is as beautiful and clean as it is. \nWe will float from Forrest Hill Rd to Gloria Miller Looking Glass Valley Park.  We will clean along the way\, but we will also be celebrating! \nBe sure to RSVP to the Facebook event to get updates of where the clean up will be.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/summer-river-clean-up-float-july-2025/
LOCATION:Gloria Miller Looking Glass Valley Park\, 13440 Wacousta Rd\, Grand Ledge\, MI\, 48837\, United States
CATEGORIES:River Clean Up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250727T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250727T143000
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SUMMARY:Gloria Miller Birthday Float
DESCRIPTION:This event is to celebrate the amazing Gloria Miller\, who turns 100! \nTo make sure we all can join in on Gloria Miller’s birthday party\, we are going to float from Heritage Park to Gloria Miller Park.  We know this is a short float\, but what better way for Gloria Miller to arrive at her party than on the river she dedicated so much time and effort to.  We will launch from Heritage Park at 12:30 and arrive at the party at 1 pm.  This isn’t a clean-up\, just a birthday float. \nIt goes without saying\, she is the reason the Looking Glass is as beautiful and clean as it is.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/gloria-miller-birthday-float/
LOCATION:Heritage Park\, 12803 Wacousta Rd\, Eagle\, MI\, 48822\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250726T210000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
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SUMMARY:Pleasant Peninsula Mural Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Michigan’s natural heritage through art and environmental education at Pleasant Peninsula Mural Festival 2025!\nJoin us in Grand Rapids for a festival dedicated to conservation\, biodiversity\, and the Great Lakes through the exploration of public art. \nFestival Highlights: \n🎨 21 large-scale murals featuring Michigan’s threatened and endangered species such as lake sturgeon\, piping plover\, pickerel frog\, and spotted turtle. \nFeatured Talks: \n✔ Mni Wichoni: Water is Life! – Learn the ceremonial and cultural significance of the Grand River from Liz and Jonathan of the Potawatomi people\, and discover ways to show gratitude for this precious resource. \n✔ Cold Water Habitats: For Fish & Humans – Kyle Dankert from Trout Unlimited explains how Michigan sustains cold\, healthy water systems essential for trout and human communities. \nAlso enjoy: \n\nWorkshops on habitat restoration and clean water\nEco-friendly vendors and local artisans\nLive music and family-friendly activities\n\n📅 July 26\, 2025\, 10am-9pm \n📍 52 Front Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI \n🔗 https://www.pleasantpeninsula.org/2025fest
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/pleasant-peninsula-mural-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Pleasant Peninsula Festival\, 52 Front Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Michigan Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250723T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250723T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
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SUMMARY:The Fish Thief: A Great Lakes Mystery
DESCRIPTION:FREE EVENT!  GREAT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!\n6:30 pm:  Come early to see and touch live sea lamprey before the movie!!!\nPick up brochures and fun goodies about lamprey and their control.  (Courtesy of Hammond Bay Biological Station)\n7:00 pm:  The Fish Thief movie\, followed by questions and answers with researchers from Hammond Bay Biological Station. \nFilm is 90 minutes long. \nSponsored by the Great Lakes Fishery Commission\, the Black Lake Association\, and Friends of the Onaway Library. Don’t miss The Fish Thief: A Great Lakes Mystery\, a gripping documentary about the destructive effect of the invasive sea lamprey that nearly destroyed the Great Lakes fishery. \nCome early to see the live sea lamprey\, watch the movie\, and stay to have all your questions about these invasive predators answered. \n\n\n\nThe Fish Thief\, produced by SkyhoundMedia and the Great Lakes Fishery Commission\, and narrated by Oscar winning actor J.K. Simmons\, tells the dramatic story of the sea lampreys’ invasion in the 20th century and the ongoing efforts to control and repair the damage done. These predators created an environmental crisis that almost completely wiped out lake trout\, whitefish\, and other key fish populations. The heavy destruction to the fishery destroyed jobs and businesses. It threatened local industries\, small town economies\, and indigenous populations in the United States and Canada. Natural resources and recreational fishing were permanently jeopardized. \n\n\n\nThe riveting story of the extraordinary cooperative efforts of international scientists\, policy makers\, and conservationists to save the Great Lakes is at the heart of the film. The fight to control the sea lamprey population and to repair\, restore\, and manage critical natural resources still requires massive ongoing effort. For those reasons alone\, you’ll want to see it. \n\n\n\nLocally\, The Fish Thief holds great personal interest because it takes place here. Places that you know well\, such as the Ocqueoc River and Falls\, Bells Fishery in Cheboygan\, and the historical Hammond Bay Biological Station\, for example\, are featured. People that you remember appear in images from the past. \nThe Fish Thief is 90 minutes long and will be followed by a brief question and answer session with Roger Bergstedt\, a retired research fishery biologist specializing in lamprey research for 25 years at the Hammond Bay Biological Station\, and Scott Miehls\, a current Hammond Bay biologist with a contemporary perspective of cutting-edge sea lamprey control methods. \nTo watch the trailer and for more information about the film\, see www.thefishthief.com
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/the-fish-thief-a-great-lakes-mystery/
LOCATION:Onaway Library\, 20774 State St\, Onaway\, MI\, 49765\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250722T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250722T130000
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SUMMARY:Enbridge Line 5: What Every Michigander Needs to Know
DESCRIPTION:Facing competition\, declining fossil fuel demand\, and weak support in Canada for new pipelines\, Enbridge is working overtime to convince Michiganders that we’re dependent on Line 5\, but that’s not true. Join us for an expert roundtable on the Line 5 litigation\, why the tunnel is a dead end\, and how you can get involved. Presented by Flow Water Advocates and Oil & Water Don’t Mix\, with support from the Straits Area Community Foundation and the Mackinac Island Community Foundation. \nOur expert panel includes: \n\nRiyaz Kanji\, founding member and Directing Attorney of Kanji & Katzen – representing the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\nCarrie La Seur\, Legal Director\, Flow Water Advocates\nSkip Pruss\, Senior Legal Advisor\, Flow Water Advocates\nBeth Wallace\, Climate and Energy Director\, National Wildlife Federation and Co-Director of the Great Lakes Business Network\n\nHosted and moderated by Flow staff attorney Kacey Cook. \nThis online webinar is free\, and supported in part by the Mackinac Island Community Foundation’s Natural Resources and Preservation Fund and the Straits Area Community Foundation. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/enbridge-line-5-what-every-michigander-needs-to-know/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="FLOW Water Advocates":MAILTO:info@flowforwater.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250722T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250722T123000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T184739Z
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SUMMARY:MI Paddle Stewards - Ellsworth
DESCRIPTION:The MI Paddle Stewards train-the-trainer half-day course is for people who anticipate training others how to identify and report aquatic invasive species and/or how to decontaminate paddleboats to prevent the spread of invasive species. You must have at least five previous paddlesports experiences to participate in the training. You do not need to have experience with aquatic invasive species identification prior to the course\, but you do need to complete the online MI Paddle Stewards course through Michigan State University’s Desire2Learn platform prior to the training.  \nHave a safe kayak trip—learn how to avoid potential dangers\, practice self-rescue skills and develop the skills you need to manage minor in-water incidents.  Kayak Skills Safety Training is an additional half-day course. Participants that register for MI Paddle Stewards do not have to take the safety portion but are welcome to. \nNote: please wear quick-dry clothes for water immersion –no cotton. Bring dry clothes to change into after the course is complete (water immersion will be the last course element). \nParticipants will need to meet the 11 ACA Eligibility Criteria for the training. \nThis is a free event. If available\, you may register for one or both of the trainings on July 22. \nPlease bring a water bottle\, sack lunch\, sun block\, and weather appropriate clothing to the event. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/mi-paddle-stewards-ellsworth/
LOCATION:Ellsworth River Park\, Bridge St and Rushton Rd\, Ellsworth\, 49729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Invasive Species
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250719T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250719T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250710T182336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T182336Z
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SUMMARY:Clean Boats Clean Waters
DESCRIPTION:The boat wash event for Eaton County is at Lake Alliance Park on Saturday\, July 19th from 11am to 3pm. The community is invited to come get their boat or kayak washed for free. \nMid-Michigan CISMA and the MSU mobile boat wash team will be there spreading the Clean\, Drain\, Dry\, Dispose message. Clean off your boat and your gear\, drain your boat and dry it off\, and dispose of any fish bait or plant material you removed from your boat. Stop by our booth to say hello\, learn about some local invasive species\, and grab some free swag! Together we can prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species! \nTo learn more\, contact Stephanie Day at stephanie.day@macd.org.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/clean-boats-clean-waters/
LOCATION:Lake Alliance Park\, 515 Alliance Dr\, Potterville\, MI\, 48876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Invasive Species,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eaton Conservation District":MAILTO:EatonCD1946@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250719T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250719T123000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250707T184152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T184152Z
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SUMMARY:MI Paddle Stewards - Alpena
DESCRIPTION:The MI Paddle Stewards train-the-trainer half-day course is for people who anticipate training others how to identify and report aquatic invasive species and/or how to decontaminate paddleboats to prevent the spread of invasive species. You must have at least five previous paddlesports experiences to participate in the training. You do not need to have experience with aquatic invasive species identification prior to the course\, but you do need to complete the online MI Paddle Stewards course through Michigan State University’s Desire2Learn platform prior to the training. \nHave a safe kayak trip—learn how to avoid potential dangers\, practice self-rescue skills and develop the skills you need to manage minor in-water incidents.\nKayak Skills Safety Training is an additional half-day course. Participants that register for MI Paddle Stewards do not have to take the safety portion but are welcome to. \nParticipants will need to meet the 11 ACA Eligibility Criteria for the training. \nNote: please wear quick-dry clothes for water immersion –no cotton. Bring dry clothes to change into after the course is complete (water immersion will be the last course element). \nThis is a free event. If available\, you may register for one or both of the training sessions on July 19. \nPlease bring a water bottle\, sack lunch\, sun block\, and weather appropriate clothing to the event. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/mi-paddle-stewards-alpena/
LOCATION:Duck Park\, 1198-1100 S 11th Ave\, Alpena\, MI\, 49707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Invasive Species
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250727
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250515T191405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T191405Z
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SUMMARY:Friends of the Shiawassee River Annual River Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:This week long volunteer event spans more than 60 miles of the Shiawassee River. Coordinating with public and private partners\, the Friends of the Shiawassee River brings volunteers from across the watershed together with one purpose\, to clean up the Shiawassee River. Historically items such as tires\, refuse\, metal \, and more are removed and deposited into one of two dumpsters provided by Waste Management for the event. There is one event dumpster located in Owosso\, MI and another in Chesaning\, MI.  \nThe event supports its volunteers with trash bags\, gloves-donated by Gloves-For-Good\, buckets\, and trash pickers as well as provides a cleanup t-shirt to those registered with the event. Volunteers can select their own section of the river (behind their home or park) or we can assign one to them. This ensures the greatest impact across the watershed.  If you would like to join us in 2025\, registration for the event will open in early June.  If you are unable to volunteer but would still like to contribute to our mission to Care\, Share\, and Enjoy the Shiawassee River click here to donate.  \nWe also partner with the Shiawassee Health Department to provide a Tire Collection\, open to the public\, in which you can drop off your tires to be recycled at a discounted rate. All tires pulled from the river will be recycled for free and we will give you information on how to do that after you have registered. 
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/friends-of-the-shiawassee-river-annual-river-cleanup/
LOCATION:Friends of the Shiawassee River\, 538 N Shiawassee St\, Corunna\, MI\, 48817\, United States
CATEGORIES:River Clean Up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Shiawassee River":MAILTO:info@shiawasseeriver.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250712T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250505T185949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T185949Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Macatawa Water Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Macatawa Water Festival will be held in Holland’s Kollen Park. This community event is designed to help people of all ages learn about our most precious natural resource\, Lake Macatawa and its Watershed. The festival is a benefit for Project Clarity and the Macatawa Watershed Project. \n\nOver 20 community partners and sponsors will come together to offer water activities and educational experiences designed to engage all ages to learn about restoring and preserving our lake and watershed. People will have the opportunity to kayak while exploring and learning about the great outdoors. Other activities include assembling a rain barrel\, learning about native and invasive plants\, performing water quality experiments\, and learning about water filtration and pollutants. \nThis event is free and registration is not required.  Visit outdoordiscovery.org/macatawa-water-festival to learn more!
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/2025-macatawa-water-festival/
LOCATION:Kollen Park\, 240 Kollen Park Dr\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250712T120000
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SUMMARY:11th Annual Manistee River Clean-up
DESCRIPTION:About the project: On Saturday\, July 12\, 2025\, MUCC’s On the Ground program will be partnering with Steelhead Manifesto\, U.S. Forest Service\, and Michigan DNR for our annual Manistee River Clean-up. The event will be from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Attendees will gather at the boat launch to sign-in then head out either on the water by boat or walk along the riverbanks to clean-up various locations of the river. The Manistee River is one of Michigan’s Wild and Scenic Rivers and a very popular river for Michigan anglers\, paddlers and outdoor enthusiasts. \nMeeting location/coordinates: Volunteers will meet at the High Bridge Boat Launch at 4311 N High Bridge Rd\, Brethren\, MI 49619 \n\nGoogle Maps Link : https://maps.app.goo.gl/6PtcEmAd3P9AUYCf6 \nGPS Coordinates: 44.268156\, -86.015794\n\nWhat to bring: Bring your work gloves if you have them and your enthusiasm for improving wildlife habitats! Waders\, trash grabbers\, trash bags\, and all other necessary equipment will be provided\, but feel free to bring your own. If you wish to bring any materials\, we are looking for volunteers to bring mesh onion bags\, which can be helpful for water clean-ups to prevent water weight along with the trash. This project will take place rain or shine unless there is severe weather\, so please dress accordingly. Be prepared to work outside for the duration of the event. MUCC will provide lunch to all registered volunteers and a volunteer appreciation gift. Steelhead Manifesto will be coordinating a raffle with prizes around lunch. We recommend bringing a reusable water bottle to reduce waste\, but plastic water bottles will be available throughout the day. \nRegistration closes on July 11 at 12:00 PM. In addition to registering\, please fill out this MUCC digital volunteer waiver individually for each person in your party. Individuals under 18 can have a parent or guardian sign for them. If you need to register or cancel after this date/time\, please email MUCC’s Habitat Program and Partnerships Coordinator\, Olivia Triltsch\, at otriltsch@mucc.org so the lunch order can be updated. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/11th-annual-manistee-river-clean-up/
LOCATION:High Bridge Boat Launch\, 4311 N High Bridge Rd\, Brethren\, MI\, 49619\, United States
CATEGORIES:River Clean Up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan United Conservation Clubs (MUCC)":MAILTO:info@mucc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250710T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250710T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250505T174939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T175330Z
UID:10000536-1752152400-1752156000@miwaterstewardship.org
SUMMARY:Biology and Management of Starry Stonewort
DESCRIPTION:Join Itasca Waters and Minnesota Sea Grant in learning about starry stonewort\, an aquatic invasive species\, as part of the Itasca Water Wisdom online webinar series\, co-sponsored by MNSG. \nDaniel Larkin\, Ph.D\, will talk about the history of starry stonewort in North America and Minnesota\, what is known about factors that influence its spread\, its impacts to native aquatic plant communities\, and control methods and outcomes. \nThis webinar is free and open to the public\, but advance registration is required. \n\n\n\n\nSpeaker\n\n\n\n\nDaniel Larkin\, Ph.D.\, University of Minnesota Department of Fisheries\, Wildlife\, and Conservation Biology Professor & Extension Specialist
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/biology-and-management-of-starry-stonewort/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Invasive Species,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Itasca Waters":MAILTO:info@itascawaters.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250707
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250616T170407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T170407Z
UID:10000548-1751068800-1751846399@miwaterstewardship.org
SUMMARY:2025 MiCorps Aquatic Invasive Species Detection Blitz
DESCRIPTION:The MiCorps Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Detection Blitz is a statewide community science event aimed at identifying and documenting aquatic invasive species\, such as zebra mussels\, Eurasian watermilfoil\, or anything else you suspect might be invasive in Michigan’s lakes\, rivers\, and wetlands. \nOrganized by the Michigan Clean Water Corps (MiCorps)\, Michigan’s volunteer lake and stream monitoring program administered by Michigan State University Extension\, this Blitz welcomes volunteers of all backgrounds\, whether you’re a seasoned naturalist or a first-time observer. Between June 28 and July 6\, simply snap photos of potential invasive species and upload them to the MiCorps project on the free iNaturalist app. By working together in this coordinated effort\, we can track the spread of AIS\, strengthen early detection strategies\, and inform better management decisions. Whether you’re on the water for the July 4th holiday or just enjoying a local spot\, every observation counts! \nWatch their webinar\, “Getting Started with the MiCorps AIS Detection Blitz” below. \nTo learn more\, visit https://www.micorps.net/events/micorps-aquatic-invasive-species-detection-blitz/.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/2025-micorps-aquatic-invasive-species-detection-blitz/
LOCATION:Statewide\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Invasive Species
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ORGANIZER;CN="MiCorps":MAILTO:MiCorps@msu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250625T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250625T100000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250501T174642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T174642Z
UID:10000533-1750842000-1750845600@miwaterstewardship.org
SUMMARY:Michigan’s Unconventional Response to Hydrilla
DESCRIPTION:Michigan’s Unconventional Response to Hydrilla\nHydrilla is known as one of the most difficult aquatic invasive plants to control. When it was found for the first time in Michigan in September 2023\, the Michigan Invasive Species Program chose to take decisive action to eradicate it. Project lead Billy Keiper of EGLE’s Water Resources Division will walk through the response effort from detection to the recent excavation of two private ponds. Learn why and how this extraordinary effort was undertaken and the deliberation\, planning and cooperation that made it possible. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/michigans-unconventional-response-to-hydrilla/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Invasive Species,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="EGLE":MAILTO:EGLE-Assist@Michigan.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250623T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250623T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250616T154549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T154549Z
UID:10000547-1750683600-1750687200@miwaterstewardship.org
SUMMARY:Updates to Michigan’s Clean Water State Revolving Fund Scoring Criteria
DESCRIPTION:Public Act 132 of 2022 that revised Public Act 451 of 1994 allows for Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) scoring criteria to be updated no more frequently than every three years. The current criteria have been in place for the FY24\, FY25\, and FY26 loan cycles and EGLE is reviewing and potentially updating the scoring criteria for CWSRF projects in FY27 and beyond. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the current CWSRF scoring criteria and to listen and take recommendations from stakeholders on potential criteria changes. After registering\, you will receive an email from “EGLE Outreach” with a link for you to use to join the webinar. \nRegister for this free webinar HERE.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/updates-to-michigans-clean-water-state-revolving-fund-scoring-criteria/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="EGLE":MAILTO:EGLE-Assist@Michigan.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250614T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250614T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250430T181600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T181600Z
UID:10000524-1749906000-1749913200@miwaterstewardship.org
SUMMARY:June River Cleanup Float
DESCRIPTION:Our second cleanup for the Looking Glass River will be on June 14th\, 2025! \nThe location for the clean up is Looking Glass Riverfront Park (Herbison and Airport) to Lowell Rd. \nIf you’ve never joined us for a clean-up\, it’s a great way to explore new parts of the river while keeping it clean! \nBe sure to RSVP to the event to get updates on where the cleanup will be. \nRSVP on Facebook HERE
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/june-river-cleanup-float/
LOCATION:Looking Glass Riverfront Park\, 3912 W Herbison Rd\, DeWitt\, MI\, 48820\, United States
CATEGORIES:River Clean Up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250607T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250505T154637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T161424Z
UID:10000534-1749290400-1749308400@miwaterstewardship.org
SUMMARY:2025 Lansing Rivers and River Trail Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:You won’t want to miss out on our fifth community-wide\, Lansing Rivers and River Trail Cleanup. This will be our largest with more activities and special events planned than ever before. We unveil more than incredible rivers\, treasured parks\, and a prized river trail\, we unveil community spirit and civic pride. \nIt is because of you our capital city’s rivers\, adjoining greenways\, and river trail are looking its best. Come alone\, bring a friend or entire family\, or make this a company-wide\, team building event\, and experience the joy and ease with which we accomplish great things when working together. If you wish to become an event partner\, sponsor\, or exhibitor\, drop us a note via our contact page\, we would love to hear from you. \n​In addition to our headquarter site at Potter Park Zoo\, there will be satellite sites at Rotary and Moorse parks for the distribution of FREE snacks\, bottled water\, and all the equipment needed. Ingham County Retired & Seniors Volunteer Program members will be providing support along the river trail too. \nThis event also includes two park beautification projects: Cherry Hill Park and Kruger’s Landing. \nIn appreciation for our awesome volunteers’ waterways stewardship we will be providing each with a FREE PICNIC Potter Park Zoo. It will include food\, drink\, snacks\, and packed with special activities\, special offers\, and music too.\n\n\nFREE Picnic Lunch For All Volunteers (12:30PM – 1:30PM)\nFREE Potter Park Zoo Same Day Passes (limited quantity)\nFREE Lugnuts Baseball Passes (limited quantity)\nFREE Lugnuts SWAG (limited quantity)\nFREE Lugnuts Bouncy Pad Provided By Lansing Parks and Recreation (1PM – 3PM)\nFREE Bubble Entertainment (1PM – 3PM)\nFREE Celtic Harpist Entertainment (1PM – 3PM)\nFREE Keep Our Capital City’s Rivers Beautiful Stickers\nFREE Love Our Waterways Stickers\nFREE River Angel Stickers\nFREE Michigan Waterways Stewards 2025 8-page Brochure\nFREE Love Our Waterways 8-page Environmental Education Brochure\n$5.00 VOUCHER for Future River Town Adventures Kayak/Canoe Rental\nEnvironmental Conservation Education Exhibitors\n\nRegister to volunteer for the Lansing Rivers (Blueway) clean up HERE. \n\nRegister to volunteer for the Lansing River Trail (Greenway) clean up HERE.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/2025-lansing-rivers-and-river-trail-cleanup/
LOCATION:Potter Park Zoo\, 1301 S Pennsylvania Ave\, Lansing\, MI\, 48912\, United States
CATEGORIES:River Clean Up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250605T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250605T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250430T175720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T175720Z
UID:10000523-1749128400-1749132000@miwaterstewardship.org
SUMMARY:Septic Health Check
DESCRIPTION:Septic Health Check: A Deep Dive into Inspections & Maintenance\nTopic Summary: Northwoods will be conducting an inspection of a septic system in Itasca County\, highlighting the key aspects we assess as septic inspectors. Individual septic systems often provide superior waste treatment compared to municipal treatment plants\, thereby ensuring that the water returned to the environment is safe for both humans and wildlife. Proper installation and maintenance are crucial for ensuring the longevity of a septic system. \nPresented by: Northwoods Excavating\, a small\, family-owned and operated (wife\, husband\, daughter and more) excavating business based in Balsam\, MN. They have been installing\, designing\, and inspecting septic systems in the Itasca County area since 1998. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/septic-health-check/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Itasca Waters":MAILTO:info@itascawaters.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250530T110000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250410T143248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T182354Z
UID:10000504-1748595600-1748602800@miwaterstewardship.org
SUMMARY:2025 Spring Stream Monitoring Identification
DESCRIPTION:**This event has been rescheduled to May 30th due to a power outage at The University of Olivet.** \nLearn what it takes to be a community scientist at this free event! You will help to identify the aquatic insects collected from Eaton County streams to calculate a water quality score. Volunteers will meet in a science classroom in the C.S. Mott Academic Center at The University of Olivet. All equipment will be provided\, and refreshments will be available. \nFor more information\, contact Val Reisen at val.reisen@macd.org or 517-588-6302. \nRegister HERE. \nThe Eaton County Collaborative Stream Monitoring Program was established through Michigan Clean Water Corps (MiCorps) grants and operates in partnership between The University of Olivet and Eaton Conservation District. The monitoring program consists of sites in Eaton County within the Upper Thornapple River watershed. The design of the monitoring program focuses on cooperative learning and building relationships between volunteer community scientists and students. Through this collaborative structure\, the program is designed for longevity in collecting macroinvertebrate and habitat data throughout the county each fall and spring\, and aims to achieve the following outcomes: \n\nProvide new and continuous macroinvertebrate collection and habitat assessment data that will assist in assessing the success of any restoration projects and updating the watershed management plan;\n\n\nEducate and collaboratively engage Eaton County residents\, students\, and other stakeholders in monitoring\, upholding quality\, and protecting water resources; and\n\n\nIdentify or verify problem areas where degradation has occurred and where future remediation efforts or best management practices can be implemented.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/2025-spring-stream-monitoring-identification/
LOCATION:C.S. Mott Academic Center\, 320 S Main St\, Olivet\, MI
CATEGORIES:Stream Monitoring
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eaton Conservation District":MAILTO:EatonCD1946@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250528T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250528T100000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250430T165959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T165959Z
UID:10000522-1748422800-1748426400@miwaterstewardship.org
SUMMARY:Detecting Invasive Plants in Michigan Lakes
DESCRIPTION:Often\, invasive aquatic plants exist unseen\, lurking and spreading below the waterline until they’ve grown into a major problem. Fortunately\, a trained eye can find these invaders before they wreak havoc. That’s where the MiCorps Cooperative Lakes Monitoring Program’s Exotic Aquatic Plant Watch comes in! \nJoin Erick Elgin and Jo Latimore from Michigan State University Extension as they reveal the training and tools available to help volunteers detect and track these underwater invaders. Hear firsthand from dedicated volunteers who have made surprising discoveries in the lakes they cherish. Whether you’re a seasoned lake steward or just getting started\, this webinar will inspire you to take a closer look beneath the surface! \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/detecting-invasive-plants-in-michigan-lakes/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Invasive Species,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="EGLE":MAILTO:EGLE-Assist@Michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250524T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250524T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250501T131648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T131648Z
UID:10000527-1748080800-1748088000@miwaterstewardship.org
SUMMARY:MAEOE in the D: Park Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in attending the Spring MAEOE Meet-Up\, MAEOE in the D: Park Clean-up. Join MAEOE for a Marine Debris Prevention shoreline cleanup! Please bring your own cleanup supplies (gloves\, litter grabber\, trash bag or bucket). Afterward\, you’re invited to stay for an informal get together—just pack your lunch and join us for conversation and connections!  \nGloves\, garbage bags\, and tools (pickers) will be provided on a first-come\, first-serve basis. We recommend dressing for the weather and bringing anything to make the time outdoors comfortable. Some snacks and beverages will be provided. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/maeoe-in-the-d-park-clean-up/
LOCATION:Maheras-Gentry Park\, 12550 Avondale St\, Detroit\, MI\, 48215\, United States
CATEGORIES:River Clean Up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Alliance for Environmental and Outdoor Education":MAILTO:admin@MAEOE.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250522T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250522T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250430T164014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T164014Z
UID:10000521-1747911600-1747915200@miwaterstewardship.org
SUMMARY:Coastal Processes and Adapting to Coastal Change on Michigan’s Great Lakes
DESCRIPTION:Michigan is defined by its Great Lakes coast. The coastlines of the Great Lakes are a dynamic environment affected by waves\, wind\, ice\, and water level changes. The changing shoreline is key to the health of our Great Lakes\, yet they create hazards for communities and individuals that live along them. \nZach Chamberlin\, Great Lakes Shorelands Specialist\, and Emily Kirkpatrick\, Coastal Hazards Coordinator from EGLE’s Water Resource Division will give an overview of coastal processes and coastal change on the Great Lakes. They will cover how natural shorelines are resilient\, how communities and individuals can adapt to coastal change\, and how to plan for the next high-water event. This webinar is intended for anyone with an interest in Great Lakes coasts\, including coastal community leaders\, planners\, contractors\, and individuals living along the Great Lakes. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/coastal-processes-and-adapting-to-coastal-change-on-michigans-great-lakes/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="EGLE":MAILTO:EGLE-Assist@Michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250521T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250521T163000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250515T144248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T144248Z
UID:10000541-1747839600-1747845000@miwaterstewardship.org
SUMMARY:Talking about the Clean Water Act
DESCRIPTION:NAWM American Wetlands Month Webinar: Talking about the Clean Water Act Without Getting Bogged Down in the Reeds \nThe National Wildlife Federation is pleased to present the Waters Storytelling Toolkit. The toolkit is meant to be used by local advocates of every stripe — Tribes\, community members\, policy experts\, etc. — to help tell the story of why protecting wetlands and smaller streams in their area is important. The presentation gives an overview of the Clean Water Act and the 2023 Sackett Supreme Court decision that revoked protections for streams and wetlands long protected by the law. The toolkit also provides messaging recommendations and describes a variety of potential story frames. Each section has a succinct slide deck and an accompanying video with more discussion and detail. NWF’s ultimate goal is to create a broader base of public support for strong water protections at the local\, state and federal levels. \nRegister HERE. \nSpeaker BIOS  \n \nJim Murphy is the Senior Director of Legal Advocacy with National Wildlife Federation (NWF) where he advances National Wildlife Federation’s legal engagement with the judicial\, administrative\, and legislative branches of government in order to protect wildlife\, with a focus on water\, energy\, and climate issues including advancing regulatory solutions to carbon pollution\, protecting the nation’s waters and wetlands\, and promoting clean\, wildlife friendly renewable energy. He also serves on several boards\, including the Renewable Energy Wildlife Institute\, the Vermont Advisory Board for the Conservation Law Foundation which he currently chairs\, and is Chair of the Montpelier Roxbury School District Board of Directors. In collaboration with NWF\, he directed the Vermont Law School Environmental Advocacy Clinic from 2019-2022 and was an assistant professor at the law school. He has an LL.M.\, summa cum laude\, in Environmental Law from Vermont Law School\, a J.D. from Boston College Law School\, and B.A. in Political Science and History from the University of Vermont. \n \nLacey McCormick leads the National Wildlife Federation’s Clean Water Act defense messaging. Over her two decades at NWF\, she has led messaging on a number of other water issues\, from the Federation’s years-long effort to hold BP accountable for the Gulf oil disaster to the need to ensure enough water flows in Texas’ streams. She has a master’s degree in Community and Regional Planning from the University of Texas at Austin. She lives in Austin\, TX with her husband and two sons. \n  \n 
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/talking-about-the-clean-water-act/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250521T110000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250428T190130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T190130Z
UID:10000520-1747821600-1747825200@miwaterstewardship.org
SUMMARY:Onsite Septic Systems and Septic Replacement Loan Program
DESCRIPTION:EGLE Local Leaders Webinar Series: Onsite Septic Systems and Septic Replacement Loan Program \nMore than 1.3 million homes and businesses in Michigan depend on septic systems to treat wastewater. If not maintained\, failing septic systems can contaminate groundwater and harm the environment by releasing bacteria\, viruses\, and household toxics to local waterways. This informative session will cover septic system operation and maintenance practices and steps to take if you have a septic system problem. This session will also include an update on the Michigan Septic Loan Replacement Program. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/onsite-septic-systems-and-septic-replacement-loan-program/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="EGLE":MAILTO:EGLE-Assist@Michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250518T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250424T181359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T181547Z
UID:10000517-1747569600-1747587600@miwaterstewardship.org
SUMMARY:Stream Monitoring at Hickory Creek
DESCRIPTION:Dive into a hands-on environmental conservation experience and explore our local ecosystems up close. Whether you’re a seasoned nature enthusiast or simply curious\, this event offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the health of our waterways. Both kids and adults are welcome to participate. \nREGISTER AS A VOLUNTEER TODAY! Email Lisa at lisa.kuntz@macd.org.  \nEvent Highlights :  \nWade in the Water: Ready to roll up your sleeves and get your feet wet? If you would like to learn how to collect aquatic insects or want to be an assistant\, join us at Baroda Village Park at 12:00 to collect samples. If you have waders\, be sure to bring them along! Teens and adults only!  \nPick Bugs from the Buckets: Not a fan of getting wet? Come by at 2:00 to help sort and identify macroinvertebrates from the samples. This activity is open to all ages and offers a fascinating look at the critters that call our waterways home \nWhy Participate?  \n Contribute to Conservation: Your efforts will play a vital role in protecting and enhancing local water quality\, directly supporting our conservation mission.  \n Learn and Engage: Gain valuable environmental monitoring skills while connecting with fellow nature lovers in a fun\, interactive setting.   \n Make a Difference: The data we gather together will help ensure the continued vitality of our precious waterways.  \nWe’ll provide all the necessary equipment—just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to get a little wet and muddy!  \nLearn more at www.berriencd.org/event-details-registration/stream-monitoring-at-hickory-creek.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/stream-monitoring-hickory-creek/
LOCATION:Baroda Township\, 9091 1st St\, Baroda\, MI\, 49101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Stream Monitoring
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250518T160000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174011
CREATED:20250428T180804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T180804Z
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SUMMARY:Huron River Day
DESCRIPTION:Huron River Day returns to Gallup Park in 2025 \nMark your calendar for Huron River Day (HRD) on Sunday\, May 18\, noon-4 p.m. at Gallup Park (3000 Fuller Road). This free\, family-friendly event is a celebration of the Huron River and all it has to offer — now in its 45th year\, thanks to support from the DTE Foundation and the Bank of Ann Arbor. \nYou can look forward to hands-on activities\, trying your hand at fishing\, see live animals from Leslie Science & Nature Center (located inside the meeting room at Gallup Park)\, participate in the Eco-Challenge to win prizes and be sure to visit all the local eco-friendly exhibitor tables. Ann Arbor’s own Laith Al-Saadi — finalist from Season 10 of NBC’s “The Voice”— will be performing twice (1 p.m. and again at 2:30 p.m.) bringing his signature blend of blues\, soul and classic rock to the park! \nTentative schedule:\nNoon\, HRD begins\n1 p.m. Guided hike (meet at the information booth)\n1-2 p.m. Laith Al-Saadi (first set 60 minutes)\n2 p.m. Guided hike (meet at the information booth)\n2-2:30 p.m. Thirty-minute intermission (guest speaker)\n2:30-3:30 p.m. Laith Al-Saadi (second set 60 minutes)\n3 p.m. Guided hike (meet at the information booth)\n4 p.m. HRD concludes \nParking ​​Informa​​​​tion \nWhether you’re arriving on foot\, by bike\, or by car\, Gallup Park is ready to welcome you. Cyclists can take advantage of a complimentary bike valet provided by Common Cycle\, making it easy to park and explore.​​ If you ride a bike and park in the valet area you will receive a coupon for $10 off a boat rental. If you park at Huron High School please note you are not allowed to park on the dirt or grassy area at the school. Paved surfaces only. \nVolunteer at Hu​​​ron River Day! \nWe’re currently seeking volunteers — individuals and groups alike — to assist with a variety of tasks on the day of the event. Opportunities include guiding parking\, staffing the event\, helping at the bike corral and more. Click here to see the available tasks and shifts to help make this popular festival a success! \nActivities will include: \n\nEco-Challenge with prizes\nLeslie Science & Nature Center educational table with live animals (Gallup Park meeting room)\nStream table from University of Michigan Natural History Museum\nHuron-Clinton Metroparks Mobile Learning Center\nBenthic Macroinvertebrate ID with the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge\nGallup Livery stand-up paddleboard and fishing demonstrations\nDirt Doctor table with hands-on activities\n\nFood tru​​cks/carts \nHello! Ice Cream\, Hummus Falafel\, Petey’s Donuts\, Simply Spanish and Tacos El Panda.
URL:https://miwaterstewardship.org/event/huron-river-day/
LOCATION:Gallup Park\, 3000 Fuller Rd\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Ann Arbor":MAILTO:customerservice@a2gov.org
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