Workshops

Community Education

Conservation Education

Workshops & Programs

Summer Roberts leading a forestry walk

Conservation Education is designed to increase the conservation skills and knowledge base of all landowners from small city lots to larger rural properties. These programs cover topics such as planning for conservation, building healthy soils, landscaping with native plants, water conservation and rain catchment systems, tree planting and maintenance and more. 

Upcoming Workshops & Education Events

  • Aug
    21

    Sniffing Out Invasive Species: Spotted Lanternfly

    Friday, August 21, 2026, 10am - 2pm

    Lyndon Township Hall
    17751 N Territorial Rd
    Chelsea, MI 48118
    United States

    Educational event about the biology & ecology of the Spotted Lanternfly, an invasive species. There will be a presentation, and field component. In the field we'll see a live demonstration of using conservation dogs for Spotted Lanternfly detection, and removal strategies for Tree of Heaven.

Conservation Stewards Program (MSUE)

Michigan Conservation Stewards Program (logo)

See their website for the latest opportunities & registration.

The Conservation Stewards Program is an educational program designed for those interested in science-based ecosystem management principles and sharing this knowledge with others to help restore and conserve ecosystems throughout Michigan communities.

The program is organized by Michigan State University Extension and facilitated by partner organizations in local cohorts in Michigan, including the WCCD in the Washtenaw County cohort. The WCCD has participated as a partner organization. 
 

The Stewardship Network - Workshops & Events

TSN stewardship field work day

Here you will find upcoming stewardship opportunities and events to put your intentions into action.  They also have monthly webcasts!

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