UPCOMING EVENTS

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​​Eaton County Conservation Work Group Meeting

Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Charlotte Community Library, Spartan Room, 226 Bostwick Street South, Charlotte, Michigan

Over 900 Eaton County residents responded to Eaton Conservation District's 2026 Conservation Needs Assessment Survey this June. This survey is conducted every five years and provides feedback from the community to help guide the District's work. The public is invited to join with other partners to review and discuss the data collected. RSVPs are requested, and a virtual option is available. 
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Eaton County Recycle-Palooza

Saturday, August 8, 2026, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Charlotte, MI (location released upon registration)

Eaton County residents can recycle their electronic items like computers, TVs, cell phones, chargers, fans, small kitchen appliances, and most things with a cord, as well as household hazardous waste (HHW). HHW includes aerosols, automotive fluids, asphalt/roofing tar, cleaners, polishes,
fluorescent light bulbs/tubes, fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, flammables, glues, caulks, flea collars & sprays, mercury-containing items, oil-based paint, stains, varnishes, paint thinners, wood preservatives, pool chemicals, solvents, pesticides, and herbicides. Eyeglasses and hearing aid recycling is also available. Registration required.   

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Bunker Nature Preserve - Guided Tour

Saturday, August 8, 2026, 10:00 a.m.

4349 Bunker Rd, Mason, MI

Jared Hamon, of Mid-Michigan Land Conservancy will lead us on a guided tour of the Bunker Hill Nature Preserve in Mason, Michigan. This 130 acre preserve boasts forest, native prairie, wetlands, and grasslands. The beautiful property supports dozens of species of native wildflowers and over 170 species of birds have been observed here. This event is free and open to the public (dogs are not allowed on this trail).

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Youth Sports Day 2026

Sunday, August 9, 2026, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Burchfield Park, 6252 Nichols Rd, Mason, MI

The Youth Sports Event is returning for its 18th year at Burchfield Park, and it’s packed with adventure! Kids can try trout fishing, test their skills at archery, hop in a kayak, and more activities! Includes a free lunch and a chance to win prizes. Open to kids ages 4 to 14+.
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Wild Ones Red Cedar Chapter Fall Native Michigan Plant Sale

Saturday, September 19, 2026, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Fenner Nature Center, 2020 E. Mount Hope Ave., Lansing, MI 48910

A wide selection of perennial wildflowers, grasses/sedges, trees and shrubs grown by Bendy Stem Farm will be available for purchase. Owner Ben Crocker will be on site, as well as many experienced Wild Ones members, to help answer your native plant questions. Native plants support birds, butterflies and pollinators. Add some to your landscape and watch it come to life!
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Sturgeon Palooza: Celebrating 25 Years of MSU Sturgeon Research

Friday, September 25, 2026, 4:00 - 6:30 p.m.

Molecular Plant Sciences Building Atrium, 612 Wilson Road, East Lansing

The Black River Lake Sturgeon Hatchery and Research Center is celebrating 25 years of conservation, research, and education dedicated to the recovery of Michigan’s lake sturgeon. Michigan State University has played a key role by training students, supporting hatchery and rearing operations and conducting research. Join us in celebrating this milestone. Includes two showings of the 23-minute documentary Dinosaur Fish, a reception, and panels.  

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