Smoke & Sheep

smoke & sheep on the land This page is under construction.Please check back again soon! Why would we set the preserve on fire? Fire was once so common that entire landscapes evolved alongside it. In southwest Michigan, prairies, prairie fen wetlands, oak savannas, and...

Garlic Mustard Pull

Garlic Mustard Pull Armintrout-Milbocker Nature PreserveMonday, May 1110 am – 12 pm This event is being hosted in partnership with Allegan Conservation District, Allegan County Parks and Recreation, and Outdoor Discovery Center Garlic Mustard Pull...

Spring Wildflower Walk

Spring Wildflower Walk Black River PreserveThursday, April 306 – 7:30 pm Spring Wildflower Walk Black River PreserveThursday, April 306 – 7:30 pm Sorry, this event is full and we are no longer accepting registrations. Sorry, this event is full and we are...

Portage BioBlitz

Portage BioBlitz In partnership with Portage Parks & Recreation and Portage District Library Portage Parks & Recreation’s West Lake Nature PreserveSaturday, June 2810 am – 12 pm please register to attend on our partner's website Embark on an...

Firefly Hike

Firefly Hike In partnership with Kalamazoo Area Wild Ones Chipman PreserveMonday, July 7 Due to a scheduling conflict, we’ve had to change the times for this event. 8 – 10 pm NEW TIME: 9 – 11 pm This event is free, but limited to 30 participants....

Wild Wanderers

Wild Wanderers Marvelous Moss: The Secret Life of Tiny Green Wonders Saturday, March 22, 20251 – 3 pm Join us on a fun and educational adventure hike as we explore the fascinating world of moss! We’ll investigate how these tiny green plants grow, thrive, and...

Preserves Map

View the locations of SWMLC preserves and protected areas on this map. Green dots mark preserves with public access including parking and trails.  Gold dots mark protected areas with limited access. For details about visiting those contact our office. Clicking on the...