Events

Join us on November 29th at The University of Olivet to identify bugs collected from Eaton County stream sites. Learn to identify different macroinvertebrates, or larval aquatic insects, using microscopes and guidebooks. We will calculate a water quality score for each stream site based on the quantity and diversity of insects collected. A science background […]

Attend the 2023 Great Lakes PFAS Summit, December 5-7, 2023!  This is a virtual event. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) continue to present some of the biggest challenges in chemical contamination across the world. States throughout the nation, including the Great Lakes region, are finding PFAS contamination in a growing number of locations where these […]

This outreach and engagement webinar will focus on habitat and species in Lake Superior, with an emphasis on Lake Sturgeon. Mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at 11 a.m. ET and join us for a one-hour public webinar, “Habitat and Species Protection in Lake Superior,” as part of our Let’s Talk Lake Superior […]

The Michigan Vernal Pools Partnership (MVPP) Annual Meeting is a virtual, year-end gathering of partners, experts, community scientists, and vernal pool enthusiasts to learn & discuss the latest updates on vernal pool conservation, research & mapping, and education. The meeting is free, virtual, and open to all who are interested in learning more about vernal […]

Learn the basics of rain gardens with Master Rain Gardener Meija Knafl on December 8th! Rain gardens are designed to collect stormwater from roofs, driveways, and lawns. They filter out pollutants and prevent flooding while providing habitat for birds, butterflies, and beneficial insects. Visit the River Raisin Watershed Council events page to register: https://www.riverraisin.org/upcoming-events.

Groundwater Management Board (GMB) is hosting its 2023 Annual Breakfast as a thank you for all your hard work this year! Join them on Wednesday, December 13th from 8:30 to 10 a.m. in the Michigan Room of the Gannon building at the Downtown Lansing Community College campus to dine with members of the GMB and community partners, go over […]

The Michigan Chapter of the Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS) will be holding its 2023 annual business meeting on December 15, 10-11:30 AM. The business meeting will be followed by updates from some of our members and also include time for open discussion to facilitate getting to know one another better. The meeting will […]

The Clinton River Watershed Council (CRWC) is excited to invite you to our annual River Rally, on January 10, 2024! As part of the Clinton River Coldwater Conservation Project (CRCCP), CRWC hosts a kick-off for the upcoming volunteer season, offering a presentation on 2023's Adopt-A-Stream monitoring results, CRWC's field season updates, CRCCP accomplishments, and volunteer opportunities […]

In the winter we hold a Stonefly Search that is similar to the Bug Hunts except we only look for one type of bug. Stoneflies are very sensitive aquatic insects that hatch from streams in winter. See a map of sites that have been surveyed for stoneflies and results. To learn more about our Stonefly Searches, how to identify […]

Design your own rain garden during this virtual class with in-person tours! Protect your home against flooding and create habitat for birds and butterflies with a rain garden! During this class, you will learn from experts who have helped homeowners just like you to design more than 1,400 rain gardens. Learn what works and what […]