Wild Ones Red Cedar Chapter 2023 Calendar of Events
To see events offered by all the Wild Ones chapters, follow this link.
In addition to the current WORCC programs, you can scroll down to see videos of past Zoom meetings. Enjoy!
In addition to the current WORCC programs, you can scroll down to see videos of past Zoom meetings. Enjoy!
Summer programs will include field trips to member gardens and other native plant sites. See details below!
Native FlowersBendy Stem Farm
Sunday, June 11, 2023, 4:00 pm EDT
Visit to Bendy Stem Farm
Bendy Stem Farm, 10715 Bishop Hwy, Dimondale, MI 48821 USA
Bendy Stem Farm is a small, Michigan native plant nursery located near Lansing, MI. Owners Ben and Maddy purchased the property in 2018 and immediately began incorporating native trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials into the landscape. Together they built extensive native pollinator gardens, which continue to expand each year.
Ben dove into running the nursery full-time in 2022 and is excited to help increase access to native plants for homeowners. He also gives talks on designing native plant gardens and creating biodiversity in your landscape. More details can be found on our "Nurseries that Grow Native Plants" page.
On Sunday June 11th, at 4:00 pm, we will visit the nursery to get a tour and meet the owners. This event is open to the public and all are welcome to attend.
Visit to Bendy Stem Farm
Bendy Stem Farm, 10715 Bishop Hwy, Dimondale, MI 48821 USA
Bendy Stem Farm is a small, Michigan native plant nursery located near Lansing, MI. Owners Ben and Maddy purchased the property in 2018 and immediately began incorporating native trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials into the landscape. Together they built extensive native pollinator gardens, which continue to expand each year.
Ben dove into running the nursery full-time in 2022 and is excited to help increase access to native plants for homeowners. He also gives talks on designing native plant gardens and creating biodiversity in your landscape. More details can be found on our "Nurseries that Grow Native Plants" page.
On Sunday June 11th, at 4:00 pm, we will visit the nursery to get a tour and meet the owners. This event is open to the public and all are welcome to attend.
Monarch Caterpillar on Butterfly Weed
Sunday, July 9, 2023, 1:30 - 4:30 pm EDT
Tour of Okemos Landscape with Pond
Address will be provided directly to WORCC Members
It is always nice to see what other native plant enthusiasts are doing with their landscapes. On July 9th a long time WORCC member will host a garden tour from 1:30 - 4:30 pm at her Okemos area property. Learn how she has controlled various invasive species including garlic mustard. See how she has reduced mowed lawn areas and added beds planted with native trees, shrubs and wildflowers. Get tips on what will grow in challenging conditions such as along a heavily salted road or the wet soil at the edge of a pond. These efforts have been rewarded with an increase in birds, butterflies, pollinators, frogs and other wildlife. Come see it for yourself! Directions will be Emailed to WORCC members.
This event is available exclusively to Wild Ones members. Sign up or renew your membership today by following this link.
Tour of Okemos Landscape with Pond
Address will be provided directly to WORCC Members
It is always nice to see what other native plant enthusiasts are doing with their landscapes. On July 9th a long time WORCC member will host a garden tour from 1:30 - 4:30 pm at her Okemos area property. Learn how she has controlled various invasive species including garlic mustard. See how she has reduced mowed lawn areas and added beds planted with native trees, shrubs and wildflowers. Get tips on what will grow in challenging conditions such as along a heavily salted road or the wet soil at the edge of a pond. These efforts have been rewarded with an increase in birds, butterflies, pollinators, frogs and other wildlife. Come see it for yourself! Directions will be Emailed to WORCC members.
This event is available exclusively to Wild Ones members. Sign up or renew your membership today by following this link.
Backyard Pond by Terry Ballard Flickr.com
Saturday, August 5, 2023, 1:30 - 4:30 pm EDT
Tour of Williamston Landscape with Pond
Address will be provided directly to WORCC Members
On August 5th from 1:30 - 4:30 pm, we will have a second opportunity to visit a WORCC member's landscape with a pond. Learn how the owners have worked to control garlic mustard and other invasive species. See how they used native plants to cover the clay soil left after their pond was renovated. Learn about how to incorporate edible plants and those that can be used for dye.
Using native plantings in place of mowed grass has helped provide habitat for birds, butterflies, pollinators and more. Come see it for yourself! Directions will be Emailed to WORCC members.
This event is available exclusively to Wild Ones members. Sign up or renew your membership today by following this link.
Tour of Williamston Landscape with Pond
Address will be provided directly to WORCC Members
On August 5th from 1:30 - 4:30 pm, we will have a second opportunity to visit a WORCC member's landscape with a pond. Learn how the owners have worked to control garlic mustard and other invasive species. See how they used native plants to cover the clay soil left after their pond was renovated. Learn about how to incorporate edible plants and those that can be used for dye.
Using native plantings in place of mowed grass has helped provide habitat for birds, butterflies, pollinators and more. Come see it for yourself! Directions will be Emailed to WORCC members.
This event is available exclusively to Wild Ones members. Sign up or renew your membership today by following this link.
Beal Gardens by VasenkaPhotography Flickr.com
September Date to be Determined
Tour of one of MSU's Gardens or Natural Areas
Check back for specifics
Carolyn Miller, Botanical Technologist and Plant Recorder at the W. J. Beal Botanical Garden at Michigan State University, will take us on a tour of one of the MSU gardens or natural areas. First, she has to select just one from all the wonderful options! Check back for more details.
Tour of one of MSU's Gardens or Natural Areas
Check back for specifics
Carolyn Miller, Botanical Technologist and Plant Recorder at the W. J. Beal Botanical Garden at Michigan State University, will take us on a tour of one of the MSU gardens or natural areas. First, she has to select just one from all the wonderful options! Check back for more details.
Ledges in Fitzgerald Park by LadyDragonflyCC Flickr.com
Sunday, October 1, 2023, 1:30 - 4:30 pm EDT
Guided Tour of Geological Formations at "The Ledges"
Fitzgerald Park, 133 Fitzgerald Park Dr., Grand Ledge, MI 48837 USA
Understanding Climate Change Through a Geological Lens
Join the Wild Ones Red Cedar Chapter for a guided hike at “The Ledges” at Fitzgerald Park and Lincoln Brick Park in Grand Ledge Michigan. Ian Winkelstern, Ph.D., Department of Geology, Grand Valley State University will discuss the unique geology of the area.
We usually hear about the geological past of this area in terms of the history of glaciation. The Ledges are unique in lower Michigan for being a rare exposure of much older bedrock (300+ million years old) along the banks of the Grand River. There, sedimentary rock formed along the shore of an ancient sea during a time when local climate was warmer. Studying the exposed rock, full of fossils of ancient plants and animals, reveals details of this ancient environment and helps us understand how Earth’s climate has changed over time – including perhaps implications for current climate change.
There will be an optional second segment at Lincoln Brick Park for those who want to stay longer. Wear your hiking boots and bring a boot brush! Fitzgerald Park is full of invasive Lesser Celandine (Ficaria verna) that you will not want to trek home to your garden. Note that portions will cover steep, uneven terrain and may be muddy. This event is open to the public.
Guided Tour of Geological Formations at "The Ledges"
Fitzgerald Park, 133 Fitzgerald Park Dr., Grand Ledge, MI 48837 USA
Understanding Climate Change Through a Geological Lens
Join the Wild Ones Red Cedar Chapter for a guided hike at “The Ledges” at Fitzgerald Park and Lincoln Brick Park in Grand Ledge Michigan. Ian Winkelstern, Ph.D., Department of Geology, Grand Valley State University will discuss the unique geology of the area.
We usually hear about the geological past of this area in terms of the history of glaciation. The Ledges are unique in lower Michigan for being a rare exposure of much older bedrock (300+ million years old) along the banks of the Grand River. There, sedimentary rock formed along the shore of an ancient sea during a time when local climate was warmer. Studying the exposed rock, full of fossils of ancient plants and animals, reveals details of this ancient environment and helps us understand how Earth’s climate has changed over time – including perhaps implications for current climate change.
There will be an optional second segment at Lincoln Brick Park for those who want to stay longer. Wear your hiking boots and bring a boot brush! Fitzgerald Park is full of invasive Lesser Celandine (Ficaria verna) that you will not want to trek home to your garden. Note that portions will cover steep, uneven terrain and may be muddy. This event is open to the public.
Past Programs
 Spring Beautiesby khteWisconsin Flickr.com Wednesday, March 16th, 2022 7:00 pm EST
Spring Beauties: Native Wildflowers for the Woodland Garden Tired of tulips? Find daffodils dull? How about trying out some of Michigan's native spring ephemerals! From trout lilies to trillium, from the exotic to the familiar, explore some native alternatives for the spring garden with Cheryl M. English, Advanced Master Gardener and owner of Black Cat Pottery. Hope you can join us! To watch a recording of this webinar follow this link, or click on the following window. |
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 Bath in the Lightby Martin Gommel Flickr.com Wednesday, February 16th, 2022 7:00 pm EST
Forest Bathing: A Nature Boost We all know we feel better after a walk in the woods. The Japanese call this Shinrin-yoku, or "forest bathing," simply spending time in nature to relax, rejuvenate, and reduce stress. Join us for this Zoom program to learn more about how and why immersion in nature increases our sense of well-being. Our virtual guest speakers will be Maureen Stine, Certified Environmental Educator with Natureology.me and Georgia Peterson, Ph.D., Adjunct Assistant Professor, Department of Forestry, Michigan State University. Hope you can join us! To watch a recording of this webinar follow this link, or click on the following window. |
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 Asian Jumping Wormby Tom Potterfield Flickr.com Wednesday, January 19th, 2022 7:00 pm EST
Exotic Invasive Earthworms in Michigan: Asian Jumping Worms Asian Jumping Worms have recently been found in the Greater Lansing area. They are much more destructive to plants and soil than other earthworms. Our virtual guest speaker will be Scott Tiegs, Ph.D. Professor of Biological Sciences at Oakland University. He and his colleague, Holly Greiner-Hallman, first found Jumping Worms in the Oakland University Biological Preserve in 2008 and can help us learn what to look for and how to avoid moving them around. Join us for this interesting and important talk. To watch a recording of this webinar follow this link, or click the following window. |
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