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Volunteer Stewardship Program

Program Overview

The Volunteer Stewardship Program provides year-round opportunities to protect and restore Southern Michigan’s native ecosystems. By joining our network of dedicated volunteers, you can make a direct impact through invasive species management, bird monitoring and native seed collection – essential work that ensures our state parks thrive for generations.

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May Events

Bald Mountain: Garlic Mustard Workday

Registration is Closed

Location:

Bald Mountain: Graham Lake Boat Launch
42.786267, -83.190904
Lakeville, MI 48367
Shifts:
Stewardship Volunteer
May 22, 2026 4:30PM - May 22, 2026 6:30PM - EDT
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June Events

Bald Mountain Recreation Area: Garlic Mustard Workday

Registration is Open

Location:

Bald Mountain: Graham Lake Boat Launch
42.786267, -83.190904
Lakeville, MI 48367
Shifts:
Volunteer Steward
Jun 13, 2026 9:00AM - Jun 13, 2026 11:30AM - EDT
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Warren Dunes: Garlic Mustard Workday

Registration is Open

Location:

Warren Dunes: Third Roadside Lot
41.9016385, -86.608433
Sawyer, MI 49125
Shifts:
Stewardship Volunteer
Jun 13, 2026 10:00AM - Jun 13, 2026 12:00PM - EDT
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Highland Recreation Area: Garlic Mustard Workday

Registration is Open

Location:

Highland Recreation Area: Haven Hill Natural Area
42.639536, -83.576926
Milford, MI 48381
Shifts:
Volunteer Steward
Jun 14, 2026 10:00AM - Jun 14, 2026 12:30PM - EDT
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Muskegon State Park: Woody Shrubs Workday

Registration is Open

Location:

Muskegon State Park: Snug Harbor
43.250543, -86.332224
Muskegon, MI 49445
Shifts:
Stewardship Volunteer
Jun 14, 2026 10:00AM - Jun 14, 2026 12:30PM - EDT
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Waterloo Recreation Area: Garlic Mustard Workday

Registration is Open

Location:

Waterloo: McClure Woods
42.33298, -84.10672
Chelsea, MI 48118
Shifts:
Volunteer Steward
Jun 20, 2026 10:00AM - Jun 20, 2026 12:30PM - EDT
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Yankee Springs: Woody Shrubs Workday

Registration is Open

Location:

Yankee Springs: Deep Lake
42.6165181, -85.4524347
Middleville, MI 49333
Shifts:
Stewardship Volunteer
Jun 20, 2026 10:00AM - Jun 20, 2026 12:00PM - EDT
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Highland Recreation Area: Garlic Mustard Workday

Registration is Open

Location:

Highland Recreation Area: Haven Hill Natural Area
42.639536, -83.576926
Milford, MI 48381
Shifts:
Volunteer Steward
Jun 24, 2026 10:00AM - Jun 24, 2026 12:30PM - EDT
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July Events

Waterloo: JLW CISMA & DNR Spotted Knapweed Workday

Registration is Open

Location:

Waterloo: M52
42.3467, -84.0425
Chelsea, MI 48118
Shifts:
Stewardship Volunteer
Jul 30, 2026 10:00AM - Jul 30, 2026 12:30PM - EDT
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