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Buy It Where You Burn It - Leave The Firewood At Home

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Buy It Where You Burn It - Leave The Firewood At Home

Moving firewood when you camp, hunt or head out for a weekend getaway means you risk carrying tree-killing insects and diseases inside the firewood. Bugs can crawl out, infesting trees and carrying diseases that can forever change the landscape of the places you love.

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Pollinator Garden to be Established in Rapid City

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Pollinator Garden to be Established in Rapid City

With funding from the State of Michigan, the Kalkaska Conservation District (KCD) has granted an award to the Clearwater Community Marketplace to establish a permanent pollinator garden near Rapid City.

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Funding Available for Conservation Practices on Your Land

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Funding Available for Conservation Practices on Your Land

Do you have a conservation project on your property that you have been wanting to do, but need just a little financial help to get started? Read more about our new Conservation mini-grant!

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What’s the Difference Between Antlers and Horns?

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What’s the Difference Between Antlers and Horns?

The words “antlers” and “horns” on deer and other animals are often used interchangeably. But there are distinct differences. Horns are not just antlers on a different animal, or vice versa. However, there are many similarities between the two.

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Farmers’ Market Seeking Vendors

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Farmers’ Market Seeking Vendors

With the first official day of spring right around the corner, it means that Kalkaska Farmers Market activities will be ramping up very soon. The first official day of the season will be May 2nd, 2023 in the Pavilion Downtown Kalkaska at Railroad Square. 

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District volunteers Honored at State Conference

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District volunteers Honored at State Conference

Two Kalkaska Conservation District volunteers were honored for their outstanding service at the Michigan Association of Conservation Districts (MACD) Fall Convention held at Shanty Creek Resort on December 5, 6, and 7th.

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More Animals That Migrate: Who Knew?

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More Animals That Migrate: Who Knew?

During the winter months, amidst the piles of snow, we notice a few animals missing from the environment. Some are sleeping during the coldest days, emerging on sunny, warm days, and some are true hibernators. Other animals, such as hummingbirds, warblers and monarch butterflies are migrators, leaving the snow and cold behind for warmer climes.

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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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Be Aware of Invasive Plants

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Be Aware of Invasive Plants

About a month ago, I happened to glance at the riverbank on my property, and then took a second look. Something was not quite right. There was a viney plant that was choking out some of the other vegetation, and the more I looked, the more…