Kid Friendly Activity

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Bird Feeding 101: The Basics

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Bird Feeding 101: The Basics

The temperature is dropping, and any day now, snowflakes will be in the air. Very soon the ground will be covered. Our feathered friends could use your help! Whether you are new to bird feeding, or a seasoned pro, there are many things to consider as you set up or add to your feeding stations. Here are just a few tips…

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Bee Blitz is On for Kalkaska County

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Bee Blitz is On for Kalkaska County

It’s National Pollinator Week! Almost everyone knows that bees are one of our most important pollinators. But did you know that there are about 4,000 species of bees in North America? And of these, 1 in 4 species is at risk of extinction?

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Farmers’ Market Grand Opening is May 3rd

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Farmers’ Market Grand Opening is May 3rd

Spring is springing all around us and that means the Kalkaska Farmers' Market is getting ready for their Grand Opening for the 2022 season on Tuesday, May 3rd in the Railroad Square Pavilion. The summer Market will occur weekly, every Tuesday from 2-6pm.

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Tree Seedling Sale is Surely a Sign of Spring

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Tree Seedling Sale is Surely a Sign of Spring

Finally, FINALLY, I see patches of bare ground in the woods, the melting snow is dripping off the rooftops, red-winged blackbirds are back, and I’ll add one more thing to that list: The Kalkaska Conservation District has its Tree Seedling Catalog out so you can get ready for spring planting!

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Frog Watch 2020

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Frog Watch 2020

Have you ever stopped by a wetland at dusk and listened to the frogs and toads calling out to find their prospective mates? I have been captivated by these songs for as long as I can remember. The chorus of spring peepers that starts in mid-April is always a harbinger of the longer days and warm weather to come.

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Planting Seeds with Children

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Planting Seeds with Children

There are many benefits to gardening with children. They will develop a connection to the earth and to nature; they will learn patience while waiting for their seeds to sprout and they gain responsibility as they take care of their plants. Read on to learn our favorite seed starting methods!