Find upcoming events below or view our list of 2026 events.
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Native Seedling SaleOrder period: August 13, 2026 through September 17, 2026.
Product pickup: October 2, 2026 Order online or with a paper form; pick up behind the Benzie Conservation District office. Plant native, preserve nature! By planting native trees, grass, and wildflowers from our sale, you directly support the lands, waters, and wildlife of our region. |
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Platte Paddle Tour: North BranchThursday, August 20, 2026 from 9:00am-1:00pm
Meet at Platte River Park, paddling the North Branch and Little Platte Lake. Registration required: this event is limited to 15 attendees Explore the Platte River Watershed with us in our summer paddle series! Together, we’ll paddle the North Branch of the Platte River. |
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Paddle for the Platte: Protect the Waters We Love
Cohosted with Riverside Canoes
Friday, August 28, 2026, 9:00am - 12:30pm. Riverside Canoes (map) Registration required Enjoy a beautiful ride along the Platte River with family-friendly activities along the way! 50% of all kayak/canoe rental proceeds will be donated to the Benzie Conservation District by Riverside Canoes. |
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Benzie Audubon Club meetingHosted by Benzie Audubon Club
Thursday, September 3, 7:00pm-8:00pm Mills Community House, Benzonia (map) At the upcoming Benzie Audubon Club meeting, we're sharing a special presentation on how we engage our community to protect our region's invaluable natural resources. |
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Benzie Neighbor Network MixerCohosted with Michigan Forest Association
Wednesday, September 9, 6:00pm-8:00pm Five Shores Brewing, Beulah (map) Registration required Meet fellow tree planting enthusiasts over food and friendship! Come network with like-minded community members conducting their own tree planting projects, and learn how you can assist others or receive help yourself. |
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Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Management WorkshopHosted by Northwest Michigan Invasive Species Network
Thursday, September 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm Mills Community House, Benzonia (map) Registration required Join the Invasive Species Network and Leelanau Conservation District's District Forester Jake Bournay to learn about how you can prepare for, protect from, and manage your property for hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA). |
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Lake Ann Gravel RideCohosted with Michigan Outdoor Summit
Wednesday, September 30, 2:00pm-4:00pm Meeting in Lake Ann (map) Registration required: tickets are $23.18 Join the Benzie Conservation District on a ~20-mile gravel bike ride through the scenic forests near Lake Ann. |