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SUMMARY:WLAC Summer Speaker Series: Wine\, Geology\, and the Walloon Lake Watershed
DESCRIPTION:Join WLAC and Koffi Kpachavi of Wine and Geology Tours for a lecture and tasting focused on wines from the Tip of the Mitt American Viticultural Area. Learn how the geology of the Walloon Lake watershed influences soil composition\, drainage\, and growing conditions that shape local wine production. This event combines education and tasting to highlight the connection between landscape and flavor.\n \n\nTickets are $20 per person. Click the button below to purchase your tickets.\n \n\nThe WLAC Summer Speaker Series brings together experts and community members to explore conservation topics affecting the Walloon Lake watershed. Each event offers practical insights into topics impacting land use\, water quality\, natural habitats\, and the long-term health of the watershed. Join us to learn\, ask questions\, and deepen your connection to the place we all care about.\n \n\n    \n        Purchase Tickets Here
URL:https://www.walloon.org/event/wlac-summer-speaker-series-wine-geology-and-the-walloon-lake-watershed/
LOCATION:The Talcott Event Venue\, 4078 M-75\, Walloon Lake\, MI\, 49796\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="Walloon Lake Association and Conservancy":MAILTO:wlac@walloon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260901T100000
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SUMMARY:WLAC Summer Speaker Series: Choosing Native Plants for Your Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join Monica Gruler of Gruler Gardens for a presentation on incorporating native plant species around your property. \nAre you curious about native plants but don’t know how to use them in your garden? If so\, this presentation is for you! Fall is a perfect time to get your plants in the ground\, as they’ll have plenty of time to establish deep\, healthy roots from fall through winter. Then\, when spring arrives\, much of your work will have been done\, and you can enjoy your new plants as they emerge from the soil when the temperature rises. \nIn this presentation we’ll talk about: \n\nWhat native plants are and why they are important\nHow native plants can make gardening easier with lower maintenance than lawns and ornamental plants\nHow native plants bring both beauty and ecological function to your garden\nWhich native plants work well in home gardens\n\nYou’ll come away inspired and eager to get started with native plants in your garden this fall! \nRegister online or contact us at wlac@walloon.org or 231-535-6112 \n  \nThe WLAC Summer Speaker Series brings together experts and community members to explore conservation topics affecting the Walloon Lake watershed. Each event offers practical insights into topics impacting land use\, water quality\, natural habitats\, and the long-term health of the watershed. Join us to learn\, ask questions\, and deepen your connection to the place we all care about. This event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.walloon.org/event/wlac-summer-speaker-series-choosing-native-plants-for-your-garden/
LOCATION:The Talcott Event Venue\, 4078 M-75\, Walloon Lake\, MI\, 49796\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Summer Speaker Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Walloon Lake Association and Conservancy":MAILTO:wlac@walloon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260912T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260912T110000
DTSTAMP:20260824T215434Z
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UID:4438-1789203600-1789210800@www.walloon.org
SUMMARY:Wander Walloon: Guided Wildlife Viewing Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Join WLAC for a guided wildlife viewing paddle of Schoof’s Creek Nature Area launching from Jones Landing Township Park Boat Launch. Paddle through this quiet waterway while looking for birds\, fish\, beavers\, and other wildlife while learning how the creek supports the broader Walloon Lake watershed. This is a relaxed\, on–the–water opportunity to explore a unique habitat and gain a better understanding of local ecology. This event is free and open to the public. \nRegister online or contact us at wlac@walloon.org or 231-535-6112
URL:https://www.walloon.org/event/wander-walloon-guided-wildlife-viewing-paddle/
LOCATION:Jones Landing Township Park\, 1193 W Gruler Rd\, Petoskey\, MI\, 49770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kayaking/Paddleboarding
ORGANIZER;CN="Walloon Lake Association and Conservancy":MAILTO:wlac@walloon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260915T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260915T190000
DTSTAMP:20260824T221843Z
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UID:4476-1789493400-1789498800@www.walloon.org
SUMMARY:WLAC Summer Speaker Series: The Walloon Lake Fishery
DESCRIPTION:Join WLAC for a presentation on the Walloon Lake fishery featuring Heather Hettinger\, Fish Biologist with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Learn about fish populations\, habitat conditions\, and current management efforts that support a healthy and balanced lake ecosystem. This session offers a closer look at the science behind fisheries management and what it means for the future of Walloon Lake. \nThe WLAC Summer Speaker Series brings together experts and community members to explore conservation topics affecting the Walloon Lake watershed. Each event offers practical insights into topics impacting land use\, water quality\, natural habitats\, and the long-term health of the watershed. Join us to learn\, ask questions\, and deepen your connection to the place we all care about. This event is free and open to the public. \nRegister online or contact us at wlac@walloon.org or 231-535-6112
URL:https://www.walloon.org/event/wlac-summer-speaker-series-the-walloon-lake-fishery/
LOCATION:The Talcott Event Venue\, 4078 M-75\, Walloon Lake\, MI\, 49796\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Summer Speaker Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Walloon Lake Association and Conservancy":MAILTO:wlac@walloon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261001T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261001T150000
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UID:4444-1790859600-1790866800@www.walloon.org
SUMMARY:Fineout Creek Stream Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:Join WLAC staff and volunteers for seasonal monitoring of Fineout Creek and learn how stream conditions can affect the health of Walloon Lake. Participants will help collect information about stream conditions and water quality while gaining hands-on experience with WLAC’s ongoing watershed monitoring efforts. A limited number of waders will be available for volunteers to use. This monitoring opportunity is free and open to the public. \nMeet on the shoulder of M-75 at the Cedar Valley Preserve
URL:https://www.walloon.org/event/fineout-creek-stream-monitoring/
LOCATION:Cedar Valley at M-75\, M75\, Boyne City\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workday (Volunteering)
ORGANIZER;CN="Walloon Lake Association and Conservancy":MAILTO:wlac@walloon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261002T130000
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UID:4446-1790946000-1790953200@www.walloon.org
SUMMARY:Schoof's Creek Stream Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:Help WLAC monitor Schoof’s Creek and learn more about one of the Walloon Lake watershed’s important tributaries. Volunteers will assist with field observations and water quality monitoring while learning how conditions in the watershed and its streams can ultimately affect Walloon Lake. A limited number of waders will be available for volunteers to use. This monitoring opportunity is free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.walloon.org/event/schoofs-creek-stream-monitoring/
LOCATION:Fields Preserve\, 4083 Resort Pike Rd\, Petoskey\, MI\, 49770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workday (Volunteering)
ORGANIZER;CN="Walloon Lake Association and Conservancy":MAILTO:wlac@walloon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261015T130000
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SUMMARY:Woody Invasive Species Removal Workday
DESCRIPTION:Pitch in with WLAC staff and volunteers to remove woody invasive species and improve wildlife habitat at Wildwood Harbor Nature Area. Participants will learn basic invasive species identification and removal techniques while making a direct contribution to the health of the preserve. No previous experience is necessary\, and this workday is free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.walloon.org/event/woody-invasive-species-removal-workday/
LOCATION:Wildwood Harbor Nature Area\, 3899 Wildwood Harbor Rd\, Boyne City\, MI\, 49712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workday (Volunteering)
ORGANIZER;CN="Walloon Lake Association and Conservancy":MAILTO:wlac@walloon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261017T120000
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UID:4454-1792231200-1792238400@www.walloon.org
SUMMARY:Wander Walloon: Guided Mushroom Foray
DESCRIPTION:Explore Wildwood Harbor Nature Area during a guided fall mushroom foray and discover the diverse fungi found throughout Northern Michigan’s forests. Participants will learn about the important role fungi play in healthy ecosystems while exploring the forest floor with a knowledgeable WLAC guide. This event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.walloon.org/event/wander-walloon-guided-mushroom-foray/
LOCATION:Wildwood Harbor Nature Area\, 3899 Wildwood Harbor Rd\, Boyne City\, MI\, 49712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Guided Hike
ORGANIZER;CN="Walloon Lake Association and Conservancy":MAILTO:wlac@walloon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261023T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261023T190000
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UID:4457-1792774800-1792782000@www.walloon.org
SUMMARY:SpOoOoky Hike
DESCRIPTION:Bring the kids to Postle Farm Preserve for a fun\, family-friendly Halloween evening on the trails. Explore the preserve while stopping at candy stations along the way\, then enjoy a warm fire and pumpkin painting back at the preserve historic red barn. This event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.walloon.org/event/spooooky-hike/
LOCATION:Postle Farm Preserve\, 1383 Country Club Rd\, Boyne City\, MI\, 49713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community & Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="Walloon Lake Association and Conservancy":MAILTO:wlac@walloon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261025T143000
DTSTAMP:20260824T220232Z
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UID:4461-1792933200-1792938600@www.walloon.org
SUMMARY:Wander Walloon: Guided Fall Color Hike
DESCRIPTION:Experience the beauty of Northern Michigan’s fall colors on a guided hike through Postle Farm Preserve. Join WLAC staff to learn about the forest and natural communities that make the preserve special while enjoying the changing landscape and one of the Walloon Lake watershed’s most scenic seasons. This event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.walloon.org/event/wander-walloon-guided-fall-color-hike/
LOCATION:Postle Farm Preserve\, 1383 Country Club Rd\, Boyne City\, MI\, 49713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hike
ORGANIZER;CN="Walloon Lake Association and Conservancy":MAILTO:wlac@walloon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261106T150000
DTSTAMP:20260824T220428Z
CREATED:20260824T220428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T220428Z
UID:4463-1793970000-1793977200@www.walloon.org
SUMMARY:Woody Invasive Species Removal Workday
DESCRIPTION:Help WLAC continue its stewardship work at Fields Preserve by removing woody invasive species and improving wildlife habitat. Volunteers will work alongside WLAC staff to reduce the spread of invasive plants and contribute to the long-term health and restoration of the preserve. No previous experience is necessary\, and this workday is free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.walloon.org/event/woody-invasive-species-removal-workday-2/
LOCATION:Fields Preserve\, 4083 Resort Pike Rd\, Petoskey\, MI\, 49770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workday (Volunteering)
ORGANIZER;CN="Walloon Lake Association and Conservancy":MAILTO:wlac@walloon.org
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