Upcoming Events
The Grosse Ile Nature and Land Conservancy has many exciting programs for families, friends, and community members to enjoy throughout the year. All GINLC programs are free to the public, but your donations make them possible.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 - Caching Cousins with WBU 6-7:30 pm
John C. Jackson Resource Center. 8801 Macomb St. Grosse Ile, MI, 48138
Chickadees cache (store) seeds and other food by scatter hoarding – hiding items in a unique location to ensure a food supply during winter. Learn how you can help chickadees and other birds store food for the winter.
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Saturday, September 19th, 2026 – Bats: 7:30 pm-9 pm
Airport Natural Area - 28820 East River Rd, Grosse Ile, MI. 48138
Swoop in and see some bats as they start to come out for their first meal of the day!
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Tuesday, October 13, 2026 - Fall Migration Bird Feeding 101 with WBU 6-7:30 pm
John C. Jackson Resource Center. 8801 Macomb St. Grosse Ile, MI, 48138
Fall migration is one of the most exciting times of the year for bird lovers. Each autumn, millions of birds travel through southeast Michigan as they make their incredible journeys to wintering grounds across the southern United States, Central and South America. Thanks to Michigan’s location along two major migration flyways – the Mississippi and the Atlantic—we have the opportunity to witness an amazing diversity of species passing through our region. And if we’re really lucky—passing through our yards!
Finding reliable sources of food and water is essential for migrating birds as they rest and refuel for the next leg of their journey. Join us to discover how you can support birds in your own yard this fall, which species you can expect to see throughout the season, and how best to attract them to your space. Click here to Register
Saturday, October 17th, 2026 – Seed Collection 1 pm-2:30 pm
Airport Natural Area - 28820 East River Rd, Grosse Ile, MI. 48138
Come out and help harvest seeds for important native plant species. These seeds help bring the next generation of healthy plants in the coming Spring. Click here to register.
Saturday November 7, 2026. GINLC Annual Membership Meeting. 10:30 AM - Noon
Doors open at 10 am. Centennial Farms 25795 3rd St, Grosse Ile, MI, United States, Michigan
All members and non-members are welcome to join us in our review of: State of the Conservancy, Accomplishments & Projects, Awards Presentation, and Election of Board of Directors.
Special Guest Speaker: Jack Nissen, the host of FOX 2's "Brother Nature" weekly show that covers the environment, wildlife, and everything in between and across the Great Lakes.
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Sunday, November 8th, 2026 – Winter Adaptation/Hibernation: 1 pm-2:30 pm
Meridian Woods - Meridian Rd between Manchester & Rucker. Grosse Ile, MI, 48138
As plants and animals slow down for the winter, we will learn about how they respond differently to the changes of seasons. Click here to register
Saturday, December 12th, 2026 – Winter Seed Sowing: 1 pm-2:30 pm
John C. Jackson Resource Center. 8801 Macomb St. Grosse Ile, MI, 48138
In continuation with the Seed Collection hike, the seeds that were collected are now going to be planted so they are ready to sprout in the Spring.
We continue to add to our 2026 list of events.
We encourage you to sign up for our email list so you have the most up to date information.
All GINLC programs are free to the public, but your donations make them possible.
Dates, times, and locations are subject to change.
There are several stewardship volunteer opportunities throughout the year, including most on Monday mornings. To stay informed look for us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GINLC.GI or sign up for our email list.