Upcoming Washtenaw County Conservation District Events
‘Maintaining & Restoring Native Plant Gardens’ Seminar with Vern Stephens
Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Join for a seminar by Vern Stephens of Designs By Nature, LLC continuing from his 2021 “Native Plant Planning & Design” virtual seminar. Vern’s previous seminar is available on the WCCD YouTube channel: Planning and Design for Native Plant Gardens Webinar.
Community Tree Pilot Project: Tree Survey
The survey period closes March 21, 2022.
Please spend 10 minutes to take the online survey for your municipality (Bridgewater Township, Sharon Township, Ypsilanti Township, & the City of Ypsilanti). If you do not have reliable access to the internet or a working email address, WCCD will have paper copies available at locations in your municipality (see info below). A paper copy can also be mailed to you by calling WCCD at 734-302-8715 or using the request form on this page. The survey period closes March 21, 2022. Results from the pilot project will be shared at a public meeting in fall 2022.
Fruit Tree Maintenance and Pruning for Backyard Growers
The Frosty Apple Family Orchard, 6884 Walsh Rd, Dexter, MI 48130
April 2nd, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
This workshop will help homeowners and hobbyists successfully maintain fruit trees, especially apples. We will cover the basics of fruit tree care and pest management (insects, diseases, weeds, and wildlife) as well as pruning for new and overgrown fruit trees, including an outdoor pruning demonstration. Presenters include: Amy Irish-Brown and Anna Wallis, MSU Extension. Please dress appropriately for the weather – this event will be held in a barn and outside on uneven ground. No public restroom. Limited capacity, preregistration required, $5 fee supports WCCD’s School and Community Habitat Grant. Registration will open soon!
RAIN BARREL & SUPPLIES SALES RETURN
Now Available for Sale: Rain Barrels!
Rain barrels & Supplies are available now via preorder. After you’ve preordered, you’ll receive details in advance for your pick-up date and location.
In 2022 there will be four Rain Barrel & Supplies distributions one in each month: March, May, June, and August.
For more the Rain Barrel & Supplies distribution dates/locations, details on picking up your order, and product details, see the Rain Barrel pages on our website.
