Events

Join your neighbors and community members to learn about the benefits of and opportunities for farmland and natural area preservation.  Landowners are encouraged to attend to discuss individual properties with staff from local conservation organizations (Washtenaw County Conservation District, Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation, Legacy Land Conservancy, Ann Arbor Green Belt, and Huron River Watershed Council) following the presentation.

Registration is required to participate in this event.

Organic Rising is coming to The Michigan Theater, April 15th. Mingle with area farmers starting at 5:30pm, film begins at 6pm.

A panel with the award winning Director, Anthony Suau, and local farming advocates to follow. This event is hosted by Real Organic Project and Transition to Organic Partnership Program.

This is the second offering of this hands-on workshop where you can learn about cultivating your very own mushrooms at home! This is the 101 level, the same workshop that was offered in Fall of 2025. So whether you're a curious mushroom forager or just getting started learning, this event is perfect for all mushroom enthusiasts. Experts from Great Lakes Mushroom Company will guide you through the process step by step, teaching you how to create the perfect environment for your fungi to thrive. Don't miss out on this fun and educational opportunity to learn the art of in-home mushroom cultivation!

PRE-SALE PERIOD: 
Store Opens (Pre-Order): January 2, 2026
Paper Forms Deadline: February 23
Online Store Deadline: March 23

PICK-UP DATES: 
Friday, April 24, 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday, April 25, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Join the Saline community at the Risdon Park pollinator garden unveiling. The native species will be showcased that were selected for the garden, and a native seed giveaway will occur. 

WCCD Annual Meeting & Board Director Elections will take place at the Speaker Stage during our annual Native Plant Expo and Marketplace on June 6, 2026.

This event will include elections, a brief overview of WCCD’s accomplishments, as well as priorities for the year ahead.

8 am - 9 am: Early-bird hour - ticket required
9 am - 1 pm: Open to public - FREE!

Pre-sale Opens: February 23
Paper Forms Deadline: March 9
Online Store Deadline: March 23
Pre-Sale may close early due to our capacity limitations.

Order Pick-up: June 6, 9am - 1pm during the Native Plant Expo & Marketplace!

Stay tuned for more updates!