City Guide
Ecology
Ann Arbor Trout Unlimited
(734) 975-0234
Local members of a national organization conserve, protect, and restore Michigan's cold water fisheries, as well as the Huron River and Mill Creek. Meets 2nd Tues. Sept.-May with speakers on conservation issues and angling opportunities. Nonmembers welcome. Dues $35, $17.50 for new members. annarbortu.org. V
Environment Michigan
313 S. State, #5 [map](734) 662-9797
Statewide environmental advocacy organization. Working to ban plastic grocery bags and one-use foam containers. info@environmentmichigan.org, environmentmichigan.org
Friends of the Border-to-Border Trail
706 Dwight, Ypsilanti 48198 [map](734) 487-9058
Dedicated to completing, expanding, and enhancing this non-motorized, 50-mile trail across Washtenaw County. wolverbob@gmail.com, bordertoborder.org V
Huron River Watershed Council
1100 N. Main, #210 [map](734) 769-5123
Works to protect and restore the river for healthy and vibrant communities. Envisions a future of clean and plentiful water for people and nature in the Huron River. Membership $35 & up. lrubin@hrwc.org, hrwc.org V
Legacy Land Conservancy
6276 Jackson, #G [map](734) 302-5263
Protects natural areas, farmland, and open space in Washtenaw and Jackson counties. Provides information about private conservation options, government land protection programs, and the benefits of preserving open lands. info@legacylandconservancy.org, legacylandconservancy.org V
Michigan Botanical Club (Huron Valley Chapter)
(734) 663-5667
Promotes education, enjoyment, conservation, and preservation of Great Lakes flora and natural heritage through illustrated lectures, field trips (mostly in the growing season), and conservation service projects. Meets Jan.-Apr. & Sept.-Nov., 3rd Mon. 7:30 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro. Free and open to the public. Statewide meetings and forays for members. Dues $30, students $20 (includes newletters and journal The Great Lakes Botanist). snooden@umich.edu, michbotclub.org V
National Wildlife Federation (Great Lakes Regional Center)
213 W. Liberty, #200 [map](734) 769-3351
Members work to protect the Great Lakes by restoring fish and wildlife habitat, preventing the spread of invasive species like Asian carp, limiting runoff causing harmful algal blooms, and reducing the threat of oil pollution in the Straits of Mackinac from Line 5. Garden for Wildlife programs and Ranger Rick magazine for kids. greatlakes@nwf.org, nwf.org
Sierra Club
621 Fifth St. [map]Conservation projects to promote land preservation, clean energy, alternative transportation, and parks and recreational facilities. Activities include canoeing, hiking, camping, cross-country skiing, and bicycling. Public welcome at free monthly meeting with featured presenters, 3rd Tues. 7:30 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro. National dues: $15 introductory, $39 annual renewal (not required for local activities). HVGSierraClub@gmail.com, sierraclub.org
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The Stewardship Network
416 Longshore [map](734) 996-3190
Works to revolutionize the way people care for their land, water, and air by building community around conservation and stewardship. Works with individuals and organizations, including volunteers, landowners, nonprofits, businesses, and governments. Offers workshops, hands-on stewardship events, discussion groups, and more. staff@stewardshipnetwork.org, stewardshipnetwork.org V
Superior Land Preservation Society
(734) 482-7414
Preserves and protects land in Superior Township; organizes events, speakers, and meetings to promote awareness of land use issues. Publishes biannual "Superior Land Preservation Society News." Meets 3rd Tues. 7 p.m., Old Superior Township Hall, 3040 N. Prospect, Ypsilanti. Dues $25, students & seniors $15, families $50. slpsociety@gmail.com, slps-mi.org V
Washtenaw Audubon Society
Sherri Smith, (734) 994-6287
Speakers and slide shows on birds and natural history, emphasizing local areas. Sponsors field trips (some international). "Safe Passage" program works with owners and residents of tall buildings to minimize risks to migrating birds. Conducts annual Christmas Bird Count. Meets Jan.-June & Sept.-Nov., 3rd Wed. 7:30 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro. Dues $20 family, $10 students and seniors. washtenawaudubon.org V
Wild Ones
(734) 604-4674
Promotes native plants to preserve biodiversity in natural landscapes and to establish native plant communities around homes and businesses. Meets Sept. - Apr., 2nd Wed. 6:45 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro. Activities in other months include garden visits, plant rescues and exchanges, field trips. Meetings free and open to the public. annarbor.wildones.org
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