City Guide
Ecology
Eberwhite Woods Committee
Pam Bennett-Baker, 930-0935
Volunteer stewardship group for Eberwhite Woods. Provides woods-related educational opportunities for Eberwhite students and staff. Organizes workdays twice yearly. bennett@umich.edu
Environment Michigan
662-9797
Statewide environmental advocacy organization. info@environmentmichigan.org, environmentmichigan.org
Friends of the Border-to-Border Trail
706 Dwight, Ypsilanti 48198 [map]487-9058
Dedicated to completing, expanding, and enhancing this non-motorized, 35-mile trail across Washtenaw County. wolverbob@gmail.com, bordertoborder.org V
Huron River Watershed Council
1100 N. Main, suite 210 [map]769-5123
Coalition of residents, businesses, and local governments working to protect, rehabilitate, and sustain the Huron River and its tributary streams, lakes, wetlands, and groundwater. Contributions $35 & up. lrubin@hrwc.org, hrwc.org V
Legacy Land Conservancy
1100 N. Main, suite 203 [map]302-5263
Protects natural areas, farmland, and open space in Southeastern Michigan, especially in Washtenaw and Jackson counties. Provides information about private conservation options, government land protection programs, and the benefits of preserving open lands. info@legacylandconservancy.org, legacylandconservancy.org V
Michigan Botanical Club (Huron Valley Chapter)
663-5667
Promotes education, enjoyment, conservation, and preservation of Michigan plant life through illustrated lectures, field trips, and service projects. Meets Jan.-Apr. & Sept.-Nov., 3rd Mon. 7:45 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro. Free and open to the public. State-wide meetings and forays are available to members. Dues $30, students $20 (includes The Michigan Botanist). snooden@umich.edu, michbotclub.org V
National Wildlife Federation (Great Lakes Regional Center)
213 W. Liberty, suite 200 [map]769-3351
Dedicated to protecting and restoring the Great Lakes. Connects kids to nature and advocates for climate and energy legislation. Projects include fighting sulfide mining in the UP and stopping invasive species such as the Asian carp. Membership $30 & up. janssenj@nwf.org, nwf.org/greatlakes
Sierra Club
2877 Sorrento [map]Conservation projects to promote land preservation, energy efficiency, alternative transportation, and parks and recreational facilities. Activities include canoeing, hiking, camping, cross-country skiing, and bicycling. Public welcome at free monthly meeting with featured presenters, 3rd Tues. 7:30 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro. National dues: $15 introductory, $39 annual renewal (not required for local activities). nancy.shiffler @michigan.sierraclub.org, michigan.sierraclub.org/huron V
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Stewardship Network
416 Longshore [map]996-3190
Individuals, organizations, and businesses join to protect, restore, and care for Michigan-s natural lands and waters. Offers workshops, hands-on stewardship events, discussion groups, and more. Dues $30 & up. info@stewardshipnetwork.org, stewardshipnetwork.org V
Superior Land Preservation Society
P.O. Box 130041, AA 48113482-7414
Preserves and protects land in Superior Township; organizes events, speakers, and meetings to promote awareness of land use issues. Publishes Superior Update Newsletter. Meets 3rd Tues. 7:30 p.m., Old Superior Township Hall, 3040 N. Prospect, Ypsilanti. Dues $25, students & seniors $15, families $50. slpsociety@gmail.com, slps-mi.org V, S
Washtenaw Audubon Society
Sherri Smith, 994-6287
Speakers and slide shows on birds and natural history, emphasizing local area. Sponsors field trips (some international). "Safe Passage" program works with owners and residents of tall buildings to minimize risks to migrating birds. Meets Jan.-June & Sept.-Nov., 3rd Wed. 7:30 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro. Dues $20 family, $10 students and seniors. washtenawaudubon.org V, S
Wild Ones
424-1477
Promotes native plants to preserve biodiversity in natural landscapes and to establish native plant communities around homes and businesses. Meets Nov.-Mar., 2nd Wed. 6:45 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro. Activities in other months include garden visits, plant rescues and exchanges, field trips. Meetings free and open to the public. Membership includes quarterly newsletter. for-wild.org/chapters/annarbor
