Category: Volunteering

It takes a village to manage Michigan’s wildlife — and that includes the help of volunteers! From planting native plants in your garden to reporting invasive species to helping rebuild habitats (just to name a few), there are many ways you can get involved in your local community. Check out the stories below for some inspiration.

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Riverside Park restoring wildlife thanks to volunteers

 Morning Mix – FOX17 Thursday, July 17, 2018 West Michigan is home to many great parks and green spaces - any one of them could serve as your next recreational destination. For example, Riverside Park in Grand Haven features… Read more “Riverside Park restoring wildlife thanks to volunteers”
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Goodwill hunting: How Michigan hunters are helping to feed needy families

On Saturdays, Sterling Heights resident Marilyn Rimkus passes out food to needy families at Heritage Church near her home. The 71-year-old retiree arrives around 9 a.m. to help set up, spends about two and a half hours serving the people… Read more “Goodwill hunting: How Michigan hunters are helping to feed needy families”
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History and nature meet at Haven Hill in metro Detroit

The Haven Hill Natural Area is a treasure inside a treasure. Located within Highland Recreation Area in Oakland County, the 721-acre preserve is rich with historic and natural wonders, making it a unique destination amid the hustle and bustle of… Read more “History and nature meet at Haven Hill in metro Detroit”
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Get involved in conserving our natural resources

eightWest - WOODTV Monday, March 19, 2018 Michigan is fortunate to boast an abundance of wildlife and natural resources. However, conserving our natural resources takes a lot of hard work. This includes efforts made by everyone from scientists to volunteers.… Read more “Get involved in conserving our natural resources”
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Volunteers critical to conservation at West Michigan nature preserve

The Exchange – WZZM Wednesday, February 21, 2018 The Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve is hidden away in a spot one wouldn't expect. The Land Conservancy of West Michigan's Colin Hoogerwerf provided West Michgian's WZZM station a tour on a… Read more “Volunteers critical to conservation at West Michigan nature preserve”
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Citizen scientists act as ‘superheroes’ in conservation

As 16-year-old Minali Bhatt tromps through the marshy woods in her black rubber boots, her mother watches and waits for the number. “Forty-two!” Bhatt shouts, and her mother, Anandhi Chandran, smiles and jots down the vernal pool’s circumference in her… Read more “Citizen scientists act as ‘superheroes’ in conservation”
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