Sustainability

Virginia Spring Beauties at Sora Meadows Preserv

Birders’ viewing platform, boardwalk, and more are coming to nature preserve in Paw Paw

Soon birders will have a new spot near Paw Paw to check out the avian wildlife, thanks to the conservation efforts of Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy.

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Michigan to join Confluence of States bolstering outdoor recreation industry

Leaders from across sectors and around the state joined Governor Whitmer recently to advance Michigan's outdoor industry. 

Stewards of community gardens tend plants and people in Kalamazoo’s Vine

With Oak Street Community Garden and Fruit of the Vine Garden residents in the Vine are growing community along with their produce.

Vine residents help launch Southwest Michigan Extinction Rebellion to tackle climate emergency

Vine residents will tell you that political activism is part of what they are about. Meet some of those fighting to save the planet.

Business development bumps heads with Mother Nature in Kalamazoo

How will Asylum Lake Preserve be changed if a car wash and other commercial developments that want to locate next to it are allowed to proceed? 

Grant to protect Barry County’s High Bank Creek Property goes to Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy

This is how they are conserving the High Bank Creek, which meanders through the property’s high-quality oak-hickory forest. The property’s diverse topography also includes wetlands and restored prairie.

Earth Day Workday and Unveil the Trail: Great ways to celebrate spring at Bow in the Clouds

Work is underway to make the trail at Bow in the Clouds open to all and you are invited to see what that means.

Evolution of Bow in the Clouds: Kalamazoo’s Eastside urban oasis

Where can you find wild turtles in the city? They are at Bow in the Clouds. 

New plan sets goals for City of Battle Creek to provide service to the public in sustainable ways

Energy, water, transportation, waste, government management practices, land use, and public outreach are all part of a new Environment Sustainability plan adopted by the City of Battle Creek.

Tomme Maile and Dale Abbott have been sowing seeds of community on the Eastside for the past 12 years.
Reviving the Tribe: Kalamazoo Eastside couple cultivates community through home, gardens, and music

Tomme Maile and Dale Abbott have been sowing seeds of community on the Eastside of Kalamazoo for the past 12 years.

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