Sustainability

Paul Siers harvests the berries from Autumn Olive shrubs on his farm

An invasive species may help ward off cancer and chronic disease

Just west of Mt. Pleasant, Autumn Berry Farm operates in a regulatory grey area. The bright red berries harvested from its fields each fall may hold health benefits we're only just beginning to understand. 

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Guided hikes, film screenings, and more planned by local conservancy group

Save the Dates! The Chippewa Watershed Conservancy has released its seasonal list of educational programming opportunities. Most events are free to attend. 

Breithaupt works with youth during a recent lesson
Nature conservancy launches pilot program to teach underserved youth opportunities in the outdoors

A pilot program at a local alternative school is introducing at-risk youth to the great outdoors through weekly lessons and trimester-long ecological stewardship programs. 

Mike Schuette of GCI water with a jar of clean, treated water
Family business aims to solve global water problem

GCI Water Solutions is tackling the global problem of wastewater purification in a low-cost, environmentally friendly way.

More than 600 acres of trails are available for the whole family
Fall foliage sightseeing: Numerous nature preserves available throughout mid-Michigan

The Chippewa Watershed Conservancy says October is the best time of the year to explore their public acreage. 

Two miles of hiking trails set to be unveiled at Bundy Hill Preserve

Just in time for fall color, a new hiking trail opens in Isabella County. 

The Chippewa Watershed Conservancy protects natural habitat and open space
Help protect the Chippewa River Watershed and learn stuff, too

This fall, explore the ecological diversity of the Chippewa Watershed and surrounding area through guided hikes and a featured speaker series. 

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