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SUMMARY:"Winter Treats for Wildlife" at Sylvan Solace Preserve
DESCRIPTION:As Nature contends with the long cold season\, you can help! Join us at Sylvan Solace Preserve\, where families can enjoy finding signs of overwintering wildlife and collecting woodland items to make wildlife treats. How many winter wildlife homes will you find? Who lives there? We’ll have a tailgate session to make treat-filled edibles to give to our newly discovered wildlife friends. Let us know you’re coming! Please register below or call 989-772-5777.\n[huge_it_forms id=”11″]\nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/winter-treats-for-wildlife-at-sylvan-solace-preserve/
LOCATION:Sylvan Solace Preserve\, 4561 W. Pickard Rd\, Mt. Pleasant\, MI\, 48858\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170114T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170114T210000
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CREATED:20161013T205558Z
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SUMMARY:"Under the Wolf Moon" at Sylvan Solace
DESCRIPTION:The waning moon will still feature plenty of light for a lovely evening ski under the moonlight. If you have headlamps\, you may certainly wear them. The trail is simple and navigates easily in the dark\, but if the timing is right\, we should see shadows and outlines once our eyes adjust. If the weather does not cooperate with a winter coating\, plan on walking the trail for a nighttime adventure looking for eye shine and listening for the sounds and sights of nocturnal animals on the move. We’ll end the evening with a tailgate warm-up in the parking area. From Mount Pleasant\, Sylvan Solace Preserve is located on the south side of W. Pickard Road between S. Gilmore and S. Littlefield Roads. \n[huge_it_forms id=”9″]\nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/under-the-wolf-moon-at-sylvan-solace/
LOCATION:Sylvan Solace Preserve\, 4561 W. Pickard Rd\, Mt. Pleasant\, MI\, 48858\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170101T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170101T090000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034807
CREATED:20161207T025813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161230T021206Z
UID:2653-1483255800-1483261200@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:Sunrise Hike At Bundy
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the start of the New Year on Sunday\, January 1 beginning at 7:30 a.m. for a brisk walk to the summit of Bundy Hill. Isabella Conservation District Education Coordinator\, Mike LeValley will lead the hardy souls who venture out to watch the sunrise peak through and top the trees from the highest point in Isabella County. Meet at the trailhead from the parking area located on the south side of River Road. Bundy Hill is located on River Road between Rolland Road to the east and South Sherman Road to the west. From Mount Pleasant\, take M 20 west to Rolland Road\, north to River Road\, then west to the Bundy Hill Preserve. For more information\, call the Chippewa Watershed Conservancy at 989-772-5777 or Isabella Conservation District at 989-772-5927. \n[huge_it_forms id=”8″]\nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/sunrise-hike-at-bundy/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161217T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161217T133000
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CREATED:20160923T000010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160923T000010Z
UID:2611-1481976000-1481981400@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:"Almost Christmas" at Sylvan Solace
DESCRIPTION:Nature is preparing for the long season ahead\, and you can help! Join us at Sylvan Solace Preserve\, where we’ll have some fun finding signs of wildlife and collecting woodland items to make wildlife treats. How many winter wildlife homes will you find? Who lives there? We’ll have a tailgate session to make treat-filled presents to give to our newly discovered wildlife friends – just in time for Christmas! \nError: Contact form not found. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/almost-christmas-at-sylvan-solace/
LOCATION:Sylvan Solace Preserve\, 4561 W. Pickard Rd\, Mt. Pleasant\, MI\, 48858\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161112T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161112T203000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034807
CREATED:20160922T235519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171019T135333Z
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SUMMARY:Hooting Season at Hall's Lake
DESCRIPTION:Under the waxing Full Beaver Moon of November\, we’ll learn to call for the great hunters – the owls – and learn where they nest\, how they hear their prey\, and how they see. That “wise old owl” turn of the head is more than just a phrase! Meet at the Neely Preserve section of the Hall’s Lake Natural Area. Parking is available along Old State Road (“the slant road”). Bring flashlights\, but plan on using them sparingly. We’ll be using our “night eyes” for this one. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/hooting-season-at-halls-lake/
LOCATION:Hall’s Lake Natural Area\, 11000 S. Old State Road\, Remus\, MI\, 49340\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161019T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161019T163000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034807
CREATED:20161013T190713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161013T204003Z
UID:2627-1476885600-1476894600@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:Bundy Hill Mushroom Foray
DESCRIPTION:Please join Sister Marie Kopin at Bundy Hill on Wednesday\, October 19 from 2 to 4:30 p.m. for a mushroom discovery walk. \nSister Marie is an expert in her field\, and invites you to join her on another of her informative forays into the field searching for mushrooms and fungi to gather and photograph on an adventurous walk at our newest preserve\, Bundy Hill. \nMushrooms and other fungi have an important role to play in nature. Their colors and various forms of occurrence are extremely fun and interesting to learn. Plus\, you’ll spend an afternoon enjoying the hunt in a beautiful area. \nDirections to Bundy Hill from Mount Pleasant: go west on W. Pickard Road to Rolland Road; north on Rolland to W. River Road; west on W. River Road to just .2 of a mile past Wyman Road. The entrance to the preserve will be on the south side of W. River Road. \n[huge_it_forms id=”8″]\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/bundy-hill-mushroom-foray/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161015T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161015T203000
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SUMMARY:The Great Pumpkin Float at Hall's Lake
DESCRIPTION:If you haven’t carved your pumpkin yet\, plan on making a masterpiece! Join us at Hall’s Lake picnic area and boat ramp for a contest that requires creativity\, dexterity and float skills. Prizes will be awarded for “Best Carved Pumpkin Alight” and “Best Great Pumpkin on the Water.” We’ll supply the candles; you supply the pumpkins. We’ll have treats and the grand float of candlelit pumpkins to end the evening. Cameras are strongly advised!  You will need to test float your pumpkin before carving so the carved side is up!  Please carve your pumpkin before you arrive.  Note:  This will be held at the boat ramp and picnic area off Fowler Drive. \nError: Contact form not found. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/the-great-pumpkin-float/
LOCATION:Hall’s Lake Natural Area\, 11000 S. Old State Rd.\, Remus\, MI\, 49340\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161001T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161001T120000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034807
CREATED:20160516T190624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160517T205016Z
UID:2347-1475312400-1475323200@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:Photography at Hall's Lake
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to just get out in the field with fellow photography enthusiasts for an opportunity to shoot and then learn how differently everyone sees? This is not a work shop. It’s just a chance to come out and enjoy the day together. We will offer the opportunity to send us your favorite half dozen shots from the day and we will feature them in a group album\, with credit to the photographer\, on our social media. But first we’ll post them on our Facebook page without attribution and ask our friends to vote for their favorites. Then we’ll do the full reveal and recognize our “People’s Choice.” Should be a fun interactive experience. And best of all\, it’s free. The fall color should be popping. We will meet at the Neely Preserve parking area at the intersection of Old State and Broomfield Road. \nError: Contact form not found. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/photography-at-halls-lake/
LOCATION:Neely Preserve\, 11000 Old State Rd\, Remus\, MI\, 49340\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160910T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160910T120000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034807
CREATED:20160516T193540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160517T202521Z
UID:2349-1473499800-1473508800@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:Geology at Sylvan Solace
DESCRIPTION:Even a relatively flat area such as Sylvan Solace Preserve can yield interesting facts about the pre-settlement history of the land. Is it glacial outwash? Is it a glacial end moraine remnant? What is the makeup of the rocks? Are they commonly found in this part of the State\, or were they brought from the Canadian Shield country far to the north by glacial activity? Can you see evidence of old stream flows that no longer exist? What can we learn from the river or river banks? Join us for a walk with Isabella Soil Conservation District Environmental Educator Mike LeValley and hear his take on the evidence at Sylvan Solace. This will be a leisurely walk around the preserve to see what clues are out there. We will meet at the Sylvan Solace parking lot off Pickard Road. \nError: Contact form not found. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/geology-at-sylvan-solace/
LOCATION:Sylvan Solace Preserve\, 4561 W. Pickard Rd\, Mt. Pleasant\, MI\, 48858\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160903T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160903T120000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034807
CREATED:20160516T175354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160517T202324Z
UID:2343-1472895000-1472904000@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:Second Chance Mushroom Walk at Hall's Lake
DESCRIPTION:In case you missed last month’s weekday event\, we have added a Saturday mushroom hunt at the Hall’s Lake Natural Area. Join us for an informative walk with local expert\, Sister Marie Kopin\, who will help us identify what we find. \nThis walk is  free and open to the public. We’ll meet at 9:30 a.m. at the Neely Preserve parking lot at the intersection of Old State and Broomfield Roads. \nError: Contact form not found. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/second-chance-mushroom-walk-at-halls-lake/
LOCATION:Neely Preserve\, 11000 Old State Rd\, Remus\, MI\, 49340\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160818T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160818T120000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034807
CREATED:20160516T175022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171019T135429Z
UID:2342-1471512600-1471521600@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:Hall's Lake Mushroom Walk
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand is a mushroom hunt at the Hall’s Lake Natural Area. Join us for an informative walk with local expert\, Sister Marie Kopin\, who will help us identify what we find. \nThis walk is  free and open to the public. We’ll meet at 9:30 a.m. at the Neely Preserve parking lot at the intersection of Old State and Broomfield Roads. \n  \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/hals-lake-mushroom-walk/
LOCATION:Neely Preserve\, 11000 Old State Rd\, Remus\, MI\, 49340\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160802T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160802T120000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034807
CREATED:20160516T183055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160517T201046Z
UID:2345-1470128400-1470139200@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:Photography at Sylvan Solace
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to just get out in the field with fellow photography enthusiasts for an opportunity to shoot and then learn how differently everyone sees? This is not a work shop. It’s just a chance to come out and enjoy the day together. We will offer the opportunity to send us your favorite half dozen shots from the day and we will feature them in a group album\, with credit to the photographer\, on our social media. But first we’ll post them on our Facebook page without attribution and ask our friends to vote for their favorites. Then we’ll do the full reveal and recognize our “People’s Choice.” Should be a fun interactive experience. And best of all\, it’s free. We will meet at the Sylvan Solace Preserve on Pickard Road. \nError: Contact form not found. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/photography-at-sylvan-solace/
LOCATION:Sylvan Solace Preserve\, 4561 W. Pickard Rd\, Mt. Pleasant\, MI\, 48858\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160723T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160723T120000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034807
CREATED:20160516T180507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160517T200816Z
UID:2344-1469266200-1469275200@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:Sylvan Solace Mushroom Walk
DESCRIPTION:We are kicking off our series of mushroom walks this year with a visit to Sylvan Solace Preserve. Sister Marie Kopin is ready again to lead us on a trip of mushroom discovery. \nJoin us for an informative walk with the local expert\, who will help us identify what we find. \nThis walk is  free and open to the public. We’ll meet at 9:30 a.m. at the Sylvan Solace Preserve parking lot off Pickard. \nError: Contact form not found. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/sylvan-solace-mushroom-walk/
LOCATION:Sylvan Solace Preserve\, 4561 W. Pickard Rd\, Mt. Pleasant\, MI\, 48858\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160714T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160714T113000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034807
CREATED:20160513T233704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160517T200600Z
UID:2336-1468488600-1468495800@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:Hall's Lake Fern Walk
DESCRIPTION:The three preserves of the Hall’s Lake Natural are home to many species of fern and they will be in full evidence by this time. Join us as Dr. Doug Valek leads us on a walk to see how many species we can find and be prepared to learn more than you ever imagined about the beauty\, life history and uses of ferns. \nWe will meet at 9:30 a.m. at the Neely Preserve parking area at the intersection of Old State and Broomfield Roads. \nThis event is free and open to all. \nError: Contact form not found. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/halls-lake-fern-walk/
LOCATION:Neely Preserve\, 11000 Old State Rd\, Remus\, MI\, 49340\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160625T213000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160625T213000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034807
CREATED:20160517T200331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160517T200331Z
UID:2334-1466890200-1466890200@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:Hall's Lake Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Here’s a fun way to spend an early summer evening. Join us at the Hall’s Lake Natural Area for an owl prowl! We know there are owls there\, because we have occasionally encountered one while engaged in other activities. But we’ve never made a serious attempt to find them. \nThis is a free activity\, but you must register in advance and we will limit the total number of participants to ten\, so it’s first come\, first served. \nWe will meet at 9:30 pm at the Neely Preserve area at the intersection of Old State and Broomfield Roads. This time of year it will still be light by then\, but we should be fully prepared for the prowl by dark. You may bring a flashlight to help find your way on the trails. \nSo get your reservation in now. Shhh…..No talking! \nError: Contact form not found. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/halls-lake-owl-prowl/
LOCATION:Neely Preserve\, 11000 Old State Rd\, Remus\, MI\, 49340\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160604T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160604T150000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034807
CREATED:20160506T215820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160526T212017Z
UID:2294-1465045200-1465052400@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:National Trails Day Walk at Audubon Woods
DESCRIPTION:Each year on the first Saturday in June it is National Trails Day.  On this day there are events held throughout the United States to help promote awareness of the wide variety of benefits that trails provide\, to encourage people to discover their local trails\, to raise awareness of trail issues and to instill excitement for the outdoors. This year\, Mike LeValley is leading walks on two of our preserves to recognize this day. \nAfter a leisurely walk of the Sylvan Solace Preserve trails this morning\, we will visit the Audubon Woods Preserve in the afternoon. We will enjoy about half a mile of the trail through a mature deciduous forest\, and along the high banks of the Chippewa River. This is a good place for bird watchers to hear the sounds of Red-eyed Vireo\, Ovenbird and Acadian Flycatcher. This walk is free and open to anyone. \n#NationalTrailsDay \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/national-trails-day-walk-at-audubon-woods/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160604T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160604T110000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034807
CREATED:20160506T214000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160526T211932Z
UID:2289-1465030800-1465038000@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:National Trails Day Walk at Sylvan Solace
DESCRIPTION:Each year on the first Saturday in June it is National Trails Day.  On this day there are events held throughout the United States to help promote awareness of the wide variety of benefits that trails provide\, to encourage people to discover their local trails\, to raise awareness of trail issues and to instill excitement for the outdoors. This year\, Mike LeValley is leading walks on two of our preserves to recognize this day. \nJoin us for a leisurely walk of the Sylvan Solace Preserve trails this morning. We will enjoy the late spring morning as we walk about a mile of the flat\, wide trails that wind past a mixed pine plantation\, through a mature deciduous forest\, and along the high banks of the Chippewa River. This walk is free and open to anyone. \n#NationalTrailsDay \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/national-trails-day-walk-at-sylvan-solace/
LOCATION:Sylvan Solace Preserve\, 4561 W. Pickard Rd\, Mt. Pleasant\, MI\, 48858\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160428T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160428T210000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034807
CREATED:20160317T231216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160317T231216Z
UID:2202-1461864600-1461877200@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:Annual Spring Banquet
DESCRIPTION:The 21st Annual Spring Banquet and Fundraiser is set for Thursday\, April 28th at beautiful Buck’s Run. The social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. and features live music by Charlie Walmsley. As always\, there will be a silent auction with lots of bidding opportunities. For the second year\, Norm Yoder will be conducting a live auction of selected items. This year’s speaker\, Jane Keon\, will be sharing some of her experiences as a member of the Pine River Super Fund Citizens Task Force since its formation in 1997.  If you would like to register online\, you may do so here. Or you may download a registration form and mail it. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/annual-spring-banquet/
LOCATION:Bucks Run Golf Club\, 1559 S. Chippewa Road\, Mount Pleasant\, MI\, 48858\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160409T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034807
CREATED:20160114T204006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160209T232244Z
UID:2055-1460196000-1460203200@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:Reading the Land
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder why a forest looks the way it does?  Learn how to “read” the visible clues in the forested landscape to further your understanding of forest ecology.  Learn how things like micro-topography\, plant succession\, and tree growth patterns can show the natural and human history of a forest. \nJoin us for this free event at Sylvan Solace Preserve\, as Isabella Conservation District Environmental Education Coordinator and CWC volunteer Mike LeValley gives us some practical examples. We will meet in the parking area at 10:00 a.m. \n  \nError: Contact form not found. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/reading-the-land/
LOCATION:Sylvan Solace Preserve\, 4561 W. Pickard Rd\, Mt. Pleasant\, MI\, 48858\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160326T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160326T140000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034807
CREATED:20160302T010120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160302T010809Z
UID:2166-1458986400-1459000800@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:Preserve Steward and Easement Monitor Workshop
DESCRIPTION:As part of our due diligence\, we regularly visit each and every property we own to ensure that it is safe for visitors\, that nothing illegal or unpermitted is happening\, and that we know what kinds of stewardship activities (trail maintenance\, trash pickup\, sign repair\, invasive species removal\, etc.) need to be performed. With a minimum of staff resources\, and nineteen preserves to monitor\, we rely heavily on volunteers to help us keep “eyes and ears” on the land. About every three years we offer a stewardship training workshop\, and it’s that time again. If you are currently a preserve steward\, or if you are interested in becoming one\, we ask you to sign up for this periodic training. \nThis year we are expanding by offering the potential opportunity to become a conservation easement monitor. We are required at least once every year\, to visit each of the 34 conservation easements we hold to ensure that the terms of the easement are still being met. This is a unique opportunity to visit natural space that is not open to the general public. But it also requires a special sensitivity to landowner contacts. Depending on the level of interest\, we will be creating a roster of possible easement monitors and matching volunteers up with easements for further training. \nThis training will take place at the Chippewa Watershed Conservancy offices and Mount Pleasant Area Community Foundation conference room\, 306 South University Ave.\, Mount Pleasant. \nThank you to our friends at Pisanello’s Pizza for providing lunch! \nPlease register no later than Monday\, March 21st. \nError: Contact form not found. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/preserve-steward-and-easement-monitor-workshop/
LOCATION:CWC Office\, 306 S University Ave\, Mount Pleasant\, MI\, 48858\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160319T120000
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SUMMARY:Sneak Peak at Bundy Hill
DESCRIPTION:Bundy Hill is still privately owned and leased to hunting\, so opportunities for the public to visit are limited until we complete the project to acquire the property. But we are pleased to offer a chance for a limited number of supporters to the see it before it is open to the general public. For a contribution of $100\, the first 15 people to register will have a chance to walk the trails with biologist Dr. Doug Valek\, on Saturday\, March 19th\, at 10 a.m. We originally planned this as a snowshoe walk\, but this mild winter may make it a hike instead. We’ll let you know which when the date gets closer. If we go with snowshoes and you don’t have any\, we can help with loaners. Know that your contribution not only gets you an early look at the land with a local expert naturalist\, but it will also be matched by Isabella Bank\, getting us that much more quickly to our goal to make the land accessible to everyone. \nIf you are one of the lucky 15 we’ll let you know by email and tell you where to meet. \nError: Contact form not found. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/sneak-peak-at-bundy-hill/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160220T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034808
CREATED:20160114T204732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160209T232154Z
UID:2056-1455962400-1455969600@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:How Much Timber is That?
DESCRIPTION:Learn a little about how foresters evaluate and inventory a forest stand.  Learn how to use tools such as a tape or Biltmore stick to measure Diameter at breast height (Dbh)\, estimate the number of marketable logs (and height) in a tree\, and perform a fixed-radius plot inventory to estimate the number of trees in a forest. \nIsabella Conservation District Environmental Education Coordinator and CWC volunteer Mike LeValley shows us how it works. \nMeet at 10 a.m. at the Sylvan Solace Preserve parking area. \n  \nError: Contact form not found. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/how-much-timber-is-that/
LOCATION:Sylvan Solace Preserve\, 4561 W. Pickard Rd\, Mt. Pleasant\, MI\, 48858\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160123T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160123T120000
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CREATED:20151217T234904Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Animal Signs
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Hall’s Lake Natural Area for a winter walk to see what kinds of signs are being left by the local resident animals. Some will leave tracks and some will leave other evidence of their presence. We’ll walk the trails with Isabella Conservation District Environmental Educator Mike LeValley to see and talk about what we encounter. Meet a little before 10 a.m. at the Neely Preserve side\, at the intersection of Old State and Broomfield Road. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/winter-animal-signs/
LOCATION:Neely Preserve\, 11000 Old State Rd\, Remus\, MI\, 49340\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160114T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160301T170000
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CREATED:20160114T233045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160415T184006Z
UID:2059-1452772800-1456851600@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:Employment Opportunity Extended Through 3/1/2016
DESCRIPTION:Chippewa Watershed Conservancy\, headquartered in Mt. Pleasant\, MI\, is seeking a fulltime Executive Director.  The CWC is accredited by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission since 2012\, and protects important habitats in the counties of Central Michigan (a 3\,000 sq. mi. service area).  The CWC has nearly 5\,000 acres permanently protected consisting of 19 preserves and 34 easements in 5 counties.  The CWC is a volunteer driven organization with an active calendar of events and programs.  We are looking for an Executive Director who demonstrates a passion for\, and experience in protecting habitat\, who can demonstrate the ability to energetically engage the community\, foster strategic partnerships\, manage land stewardship and broaden support for our diverse conservation efforts.  Responsibilities include supporting and implementing the CWC strategic plan\, land conservation and stewardship\, community relations and outreach\, fundraising\, financial management\, and team/staff leadership. \nApplication deadline is March 1\, 2016.  Position is to begin in spring 2016. \nSalary range $35\,000 – $50\,000 based on experience; limited benefits. \nSee additional details here. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/employment-opportunity/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151221T074500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151221T093000
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CREATED:20151110T204526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151110T204754Z
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SUMMARY:Sylvan Solace Winter Solstice Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an early morning walk at Sylvan Solace\, as we welcome sunrise on the shortest day of the year. Mike LeValley and Stan Lilley will lead us on a walk around the River Loop Trail on an exploration of discovery. We’ll look for animal tracks\, talk about how the preserve has transitioned to winter\, and see the land and the Chippewa River at a time when many have stopped visiting for the year. We will meet in the parking lot off Pickard Road. \nPlease email or call 989-772-5777 if you plan to attend. This event is free\, but donations are always welcomed. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/sylvan-solace-winter-solstice-walk/
LOCATION:Sylvan Solace Preserve\, 4561 W. Pickard Rd\, Mt. Pleasant\, MI\, 48858\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151205T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151205T113000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034808
CREATED:20151109T205214Z
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SUMMARY:December Tree Identification Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join the Chippewa Watershed Conservancy’s Jon Breithaupt to explore the Sylvan Solace Preserve and learn about the differences between coniferous and deciduous tress\, tree identification techniques\, and invasive vegetation on the preserve. RSVP via email: info@chippewawatershedconservancy.org with “Tree ID Hike” as the subject.\n \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/december-tree-identification-hike/
LOCATION:Sylvan Solace Preserve\, 4561 W. Pickard Rd\, Mt. Pleasant\, MI\, 48858\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151018T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151018T140000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034808
CREATED:20150925T211319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151006T201113Z
UID:1881-1445169600-1445176800@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:Birds\, Branches and Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at the 3rd Annual Birds\, Branches and Brunch event at the Hall’s Lake Natural Area for a five course picnic and stroll through the preserves. You may choose to meander on your own through the woods\, or join one of our knowledgeable guides. The cost is only $10 per person or $25 per family and proceeds go to support the work of the Chippewa Watershed Conservancy. Click here for a downloadable flyer with full details. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/birds-branches-and-brunch-2/
LOCATION:Neely Preserve\, 11000 Old State Rd\, Remus\, MI\, 49340\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151017T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151017T120000
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CREATED:20151002T201140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151002T201140Z
UID:1887-1445076000-1445083200@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:Sylvan Solace Fall Color Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a leisurely early fall stroll along the trails of Sylvan Solace Preserve. CWC volunteer Mike LeValley will lead us to see this year’s fall color and discuss the plant and animal life we encounter. If you are looking for an opportunity to enjoy the early fall beauty for a couple of hours on a Saturday morning\, here’s your chance. This is an easy walk on well-established trails\, and it’s free. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/sylvan-solace-fall-color-walk/
LOCATION:Sylvan Solace Preserve\, 4561 W. Pickard Rd\, Mt. Pleasant\, MI\, 48858\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20150921T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20150921T153000
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CREATED:20150831T231811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150831T231941Z
UID:1826-1442835000-1442849400@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:Heart of the Lakes Fall Conservation Summit
DESCRIPTION:Fall Conservation Summit:  Monday\, September 21\, 2015 \nRegistration is open for the Fall Conservation Summit  on September 21 at the Delta College Planetarium and Learning Center\, 100 Center Avenue\, Bay City\, MI  48708.   Stellar speakers and a jam-packed agenda make this a “don’t miss” Summit: \n\nSteve Arwood\, CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and founding Executive Director\, Heart of the Lakes.  \nJohn Hartig\, author of Bringing Conservation to Cities and manager of the Detroit River Wildlife Refuge\nAndy Williamson\, Great Lakes Director\, International Mountain Biking Association\nSpecial Open Forum for land and stewardship practitioners\, 9 am to 11 am\nField trip to Michigan Sugar Trails (see more details below)\n\nClick here for a full agenda.\n\nJoin us for provocative and relevant conversations about conservation\, economic development and reaching new audiences–capped off by an optional field trip to experience the mountain biking trails at Michigan Sugar Trails.  The Summit is open to all and at no cost for staff and board of Heart of the Lakes’ member organizations; all others are asked to contribute $35 the day of the event\, payable by check or credit card\, to cover lunch and program costs. \nTo register:  http://heartofthelakes.formstack.com/forms/fall_2015\nRegistration deadline is Monday\, September 14. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/heart-of-the-lakes-fall-conservation-summit/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20150919T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20150919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260623T034808
CREATED:20150831T231229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150831T231250Z
UID:1825-1442655000-1442664000@cwc-mi.org
SUMMARY:Peterson Natural Area Work Session
DESCRIPTION:Students from Ferris State University have a Days of Service and Learning project scheduled from 9:30 to noon. We will be pulling old fencing from the fields and removing OSB sheeting from a pole building\, time permitting. You don’t have to be a Ferris student to help out with this project. If interested\, call 989-772-5777\, or email us at info@chippewawatershedconservancy.org. \nShareEmailTwitterFacebookRedditTumblrPinterestLinkedIn
URL:https://cwc-mi.org/event/peterson-natural-area-work-session/
LOCATION:Peterson Natural Area\, 11250 180th Ave\, Stanwood\, MI\, 49346\, United States
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