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- Since 1941, the Grand Traverse Conservation District has served as a knowledge base for the natural resource needs of the local community. A critical, action-oriented organization, the GTCD has responded to current environmental issues with the manpower, educational and technical tools necessary to keep our forests healthy, water clean, and parklands vibrant. The District also provides exciting nature education programs for children and families. Read more...
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The Michigan Farm Bureau Sponsors a Giveaway for MAEAP Farmers
Do you own or operate a MAEAP (Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program) certified farm? If you do, you could be on your way to an exciting getaway to one of Northern Michigan’s most luxurious retreats! The Michigan Farm Bureau is … Continue reading
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SwingShift and the Stars Dance-off for Charity
Putting the fun back in fundraising, SwingShift and the Stars Dance-off for Charity provides unequalled philanthropic opportunity by creating a partnership between local charities and the community through high quality entertainment and friendly competition. The Grand Traverse Conservation District is … Continue reading
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Nurture Your Child’s Connection to Nature
It’s time to hit the trails at our Trailblazer programs this summer! Children ages 10 – 14 will engage with experts in their field and embark on a variety of fun and educational adventures on the Natural Education Reserve. All … Continue reading
Survival Skills
Ages 10-14 Wednesday, August 10 / 1-4pm $15 per session or $50 for a season pass ($10 savings!) Can you survive in the wild? Come and test your skills outdoors! Learn about shelter and fire building, how to use a … Continue reading
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GPS Geocaching Adventure
Ages 10-14* Wednesday, August 3 / 1-4pm $15 per session or $50 for a season pass ($10 savings!) Spend an afternoon learning the science behind Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and use your new skills to explore the trails on the … Continue reading
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Fishing Adventures
Ages 10-14 Wednesday, July 27 / 1-4pm $15 per session or $50 for a season pass ($10 savings!) Come explore Jack’s Creek and Sabin Pond with a fisheries biologist! Learn some basic fishing techniques, discover what makes prime habitat for … Continue reading
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Reptiles & Amphibians
Ages 10-14 Wednesday, July 20/ 1-4pm $15 per session or $50 for a season pass ($10 savings!) The Natural Education Reserve is full of frogs, turtles, snakes, and all those other hopping, slithering, and crawling creatures. Spend an afternoon with … Continue reading
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Boardman River Fly Rod Raffle
Win: R.W. Summers 6’4″ 4wt Fly Rod R.W. (Bob) Summers is world renowned for his bamboo fly rods. R.W. Summers bamboo fly rods are highly sought after by avid fly fisherman across the globe. And despite the fact that there … Continue reading
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2011 Boardman River Fly Rod Raffle
Win: R.W. Summers 6’4″ 4wt Fly Rod R.W. (Bob) Summers is world renowned for his bamboo fly rods. R.W. Summers bamboo fly rods are highly sought after by avid fly fisherman across the globe. And despite the fact that there … Continue reading
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Join us at the Boardman River Nature Center for this day of fun-filled activities designed to celebrate the wonders of nature in the Grand Traverse region. This celebration will bring together a variety of area organizations devoted to environmental education, … Continue reading
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