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

Volunteer with Us: Macroinvertebrate Stream Monitoring

Stream Monitoring: Volunteer with Us! Help monitor our water’s health through the 10th annual macroinvertebrate stream monitoring event on May 5th! What is the macroinvertebrate stream monitoring? With volunteers and staff, we enter waterways to collect macroinvertebrates (bugs and the like) to monitor our water’s health. It is a fun experience! Who knew wearing waders and getting in nature was so cool? You don’t have to get into the water or have any experience. Just dress for the weather and walk in forested terrain. There

Farming for the Future 2024 – 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 13, 2024 at the Van Buren Conference Center from 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM. This year, we will have Dr. Alan Franzluebbers as our keynote speaker. His research focuses on soil ecology and management for development of more sustainable agricultural systems. Alan has a Ph.D. and is a research ecologist for the

Join Us! 2024 Naturalist Events

The Van Buren Conservation District is excited to begin announcing our Naturalist Events with our partners. Join our naturalists during hikes and paddles! Learn about the world around you- plants, animals, insect, environments, and so much more. Ask questions, learn interest facts, and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors! Our first naturalist event is coming soon, and we’ll add more as the year goes on. We hope you’ll join us!  2 March 2024 | Winter Walk with a Naturalist | Partnering with Van Buren District

Farming for the Future 2024 – Brochure 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 13, 2024 at the Van Buren Conference Center from 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM. This year, we will have Dr. Alan Franzluebbers as our keynote speaker. His research focuses on soil ecology and management for development of more sustainable agricultural systems. Alan has a Ph.D. and is a research ecologist for the

Events

Events in May 2023

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April 30, 2023
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Category: General 1:00 pm: Volunteer Stream Monitoring Program - Insect Collection


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Category: General 3:00 pm: Passenger & Semi Tire and Electronics Collection: Hartford


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Category: General 10:00 am: VBCD May 24, 2023 Regular Board Meeting


May 24, 2023

May 25, 2023

Category: General 8:00 am: VBCD Board Director Nominating Petition(s) Due


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Category: General All day: Memorial Day

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  • 6:00 pm 7:00 pm, March 26, 2024 – "Gardening With Native Plants" Presentation
  • 10:00 am 12:00 pm, March 27, 2024 – VBCD March 27, 2024 Regular Board Meeting
  • March 31, 2024 – Tree Sale Pre-orders Due
  • 9:00 am 1:00 pm, April 6, 2024 – Volunteer Opportunity: Tree Seedling Wrapping
  • 9:00 am 4:00 pm, April 8, 2024 – Volunteer Opportunity: Tree Seedling Wrapping
  • 9:00 am 4:00 pm, April 9, 2024 – Volunteer Opportunity: Tree Seedling Wrapping
  • 9:00 am 4:00 pm, April 10, 2024 – Volunteer Opportunity: Tree Seedling Wrapping
  • 1:00 pm 6:00 pm, April 11, 2024 – 2024 Tree Seedling Sale
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