Van Buren Conservation District

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and recent uptick in cases in Michigan, the Van Buren Conservation District is primarily working from home. Email is the best way to reach us, as we are checking voicemails infrequently. Please visit the staff link to obtain the staff member's email address that is appropriate for your inquiry. We appreciate your understanding and patience as we do our part to keep our staff and the rest of the community safe!

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The mission of the Van Buren Conservation District is to promote the conservation of natural resources through partnerships, providing public education, demonstrations, and technical assistance while working together for future generations.

Board Meetings are open to the public and are the fourth Wednesday of each month, unless otherwise noted. The meetings start at 10:00 AM at the VBCD office (1035 E Michigan Ave., Paw Paw, MI 49079), unless otherwise noted.

Recent News

Farming for the Future 2025 – Session Descriptions Available

Farming for the Future is an annual educational event for local farmers and is a great opportunity to learn from agricultural specialists, educators, researchers, businesses, and other farmers. This year’s event is scheduled for March 12, 2025 at the Van Buren Conference Center from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. This year, our keynote speaker will be Jeremy Sweeten. Jeremy is a first generation farmer and a consultant for Understanding Ag. He has seen firsthand how regenerative farming practices can improve your soils, livestock, and profitability.

2025 Naturalist Events

  Our Naturalist Events are guided explorations of nature with our nature expert staff. On land or water, our naturalists engage with you and nature, so we are all better stewards. The great outdoors, friendly chit chat, and exploring? What’s not to love! Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or newly curious, join us as we walk and paddle Van Buren County’s outdoors! Our Naturalist Events are made possible through you! In 2016, voters backed the VBCD Operations millage which allows us to bring fun, educational

Notice of 2025 Regular Meeting Schedule for the Van Buren Conservation District

To all residents and landowners of Van Buren County, notice is hereby given that the Van Buren Conservation District’s regularly scheduled meetings for the 2025 calendar year shall be held at 10:00 AM at the Van Buren Conservation District office (1035 E Michigan Ave., Paw Paw, MI 49079) unless otherwise noted.  Up to date meeting information and agendas can be found prior to the meetings at https://vanburencd.org/news/ or by calling the office (269-657-4030 x5). January 22, 2025 (fourth Wednesday) February 26, 2025 (fourth Wednesday) March

Birds & Blooms

The VBCD is excited to be joining the Birds & Blooms event at the Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery! We are joining local groups in a fun event celebrating winter birds and blooms with fun activities and information for all ages. There will be coffee, hot cocoa, and cookies. Join us for a fun event and check out the other fun things happening at the hatchery this day! Birds & Blooms: Make pine cone bird feeders Decorate kid-friendly, handmade binoculars Native plant information Locally made

Events

Events in August 2022

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July 31, 2022

Category: General
8:30 am: Healthy Water Week


August 1, 2022

Category: General
8:30 am: Healthy Water Week


August 2, 2022

Category: General
10:30 am: Hike with a Naturalist | Gobles Branch - Van Buren District Library


August 2, 2022

Category: General
10:30 am: Hike with a Naturalist 2023 | Gobles Branch - Van Buren District Library


August 2, 2022

Category: General
8:30 am: Healthy Water Week


August 3, 2022

Category: General
8:30 am: Healthy Water Week


August 4, 2022

Category: General
8:30 am: Healthy Water Week


August 5, 2022

Category: General
9:00 am: Van Buren Recycle Roundup Collection in South Haven


August 6, 2022

August 7, 2022
August 8, 2022
August 9, 2022

Category: General
4:30 pm: MAEAP Fruit Field Day


August 10, 2022

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August 13, 2022
August 14, 2022
August 15, 2022
August 16, 2022
August 17, 2022
August 18, 2022

Category: General
1:00 pm: Paddle with a Naturalist | VanAuken Lake Public Access | Bangor Branch - Van Buren District Library


August 19, 2022

August 20, 2022
August 21, 2022
August 22, 2022
August 23, 2022

Category: General
10:00 am: VBCD August 24, 2022 Regular Board Meeting


August 24, 2022

Category: General
5:03 pm: Paddle with a Naturalist | Reynolds Lake Public Access | Lawrence Branch - Van Buren District Library


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  • 11:00 am 12:30 pm, March 8, 2025 – Winter Walk with a Naturalist | Michigan Nature Association's Barvicks Sand Dunes
  • 8:30 am 3:00 pm, March 12, 2025 – Farming for the Future 2025
  • 10:00 am 12:00 pm, March 26, 2025 – VBCD March 26, 2025 Regular Board Meeting
  • March 30, 2025 – Tree Sale-Pre-orders Due
  • 9:00 am, April 5, 2025 – Volunteer Opportunity: Tree Seedling Wrapping
  • 9:00 am, April 7, 2025 – Volunteer Opportunity: Tree Seedling Wrapping
  • 9:00 am, April 8, 2025 – Volunteer Opportunity: Tree Seedling Wrapping
  • 1:00 pm 6:00 pm, April 10, 2025 – 2025 Tree Seedling Sale
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