- Muskegon State Park: Spotted Knapweed Workday
Location:
43.24216, -86.345681, Muskegon, MI 49445
Jul 11, 2026 10:00AM - Jul 11, 2026 12:00PM - EDT
Event Description:
Join us to help protect our critical dune ecosystem from being overrun by Spotted knapweed. Enjoy the view of Lake Michigan while helping native natural communities thrive! Spotted knapweed removal is an easy project, but we will be covering a lot of ground, so come prepared for a hike on uneven terrain and direct sunlight.
Where: Meet at the small parking area across from the beach pay booth.
Where: Meet at the small parking area across from the beach pay booth.
GPS/ Map Coordinates: 43.242196, -86.345640
What to Wear and Bring: Please dress for outdoor work, wearing long pants, long-sleeve shirt, work boots, and sun protection. Bring layers to dress for the weather. For wetland sites, waterproof boots are recommended. Bring water, a snack, and any medication you might need. To prevent the spread of invasive species, ensure all gear is free of mud and seeds. Work gloves, eye protection, and hand tools are provided.
What to Wear and Bring: Please dress for outdoor work, wearing long pants, long-sleeve shirt, work boots, and sun protection. Bring layers to dress for the weather. For wetland sites, waterproof boots are recommended. Bring water, a snack, and any medication you might need. To prevent the spread of invasive species, ensure all gear is free of mud and seeds. Work gloves, eye protection, and hand tools are provided.
More about the Volunteer Stewardship Program: Volunteer stewardship workdays with the DNR engage volunteers through hands-on restoration and education as they help remove invasive plants threatening high-quality ecosystems in state parks across southern lower Michigan. Volunteers learn plant identification, see rare ecosystems, connect with others and more. No experience is necessary and equipment and instruction are provided.
If you have questions regarding Volunteer Stewardship with the DNR, please contact SW Natural Resource Steward:
Tyler Lidgard
lidgardt@michigan.gov
517-388-8517
Tyler Lidgard
lidgardt@michigan.gov
517-388-8517
Policies:
- Workday cancellations: If a workday is canceled due to inclement weather or any other reason, registered participants will receive an email notice at least two hours before the scheduled meeting time. Please check your email before departing.
- Groups and youth: Youth under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, who must sign a liability waiver for the minor. Organized youth group leaders may sign this waiver instead.
- Accessibility & Hazards: We will be walking off trail on uneven ground and bending over to cut and treat or pull invasive species. Expect to get dirty and to have potential exposure to poison ivy, poison sumac, ticks, mosquitos, and stinging insects.
Organized By:
Tyler Lidgard
Minimum Age Policy:
Must be 0 or older
Maximum Age Policy:
Must be 100 or younger