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.
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Tuesday, January 13th, 2026 – Crazy for Cardinals Time: 6-7:30 pm
John C. Jackson Resource Center. 8801 Macomb St. Grosse Ile, MI, 48138
Cardinals can be found in your backyard year-round. Known for their vibrant colors, loud songs, and symbolism, once you spot them, you won’t forget them! Join us to learn everything cardinal, you may become crazy for cardinals too!
This event is presented by Wild Birds Unlimited
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Saturday, January 17th, 2026 – Winter tree ID Time: 1 pm-2:30 pm
Meridian Woods Trails. Meridian Rd between Manchester & Rucker. Grosse Ile, MI, 48138
Picture this! Walking along the trail, enjoying the crisp air, and learning how to identify trees in the winter.
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026 – Secret Love Life of Birds Time: 6-7:30 pm
John C. Jackson Resource Center. 8801 Macomb St. Grosse Ile, MI, 48138
Have you ever noticed the courtship and nesting behavior of birds in your yard? Birds have almost as many strategies for getting together as people do! Information on the love life of birds has surfaced that was “secret” for some time. Find out about the courtship styles of different birds, and why they behave as they do.
This event is presented by Wild Birds Unlimited
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Saturday, February 21st, 2026 – Tracks & Scat Time: 1pm-2:30pm
Airport Natural Area - 28820 East River Rd, Grosse Ile, MI. 48138
Who’s there? Come along to find evidence of the wildlife that tough out the winter seasons here on the Island.
Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 – Signs of Spring Time: 1 pm-2:30 pm
Meridian Woods - Meridian Rd between Manchester & Rucker. Grosse Ile, MI, 48138
Let your knowledge blossom and find the first signs of Spring on Grosse Ile!
Sunday, April 19th, 2026 – Invasive Species & Control Burns Time: 1pm-2:30pm
Airport Natural Area - 28820 East River Rd, Grosse Ile, MI. 48138
Spotting invasive species can be tricky, but after this hike, you will have no problem finding and disposing of these pesky plants.
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Sunday, April 26th, 2026 - PROPOSED Earth Day Celebration
John C. Jackson Resource Center. 8801 Macomb St. Grosse Ile, MI, 48138
Sunday, May 17th, 2026 – Birds Time: 1 pm-2:30 pm
Meridian Woods - Meridian Rd between Manchester & Rucker. Grosse Ile, MI, 48138
Spread your wings and look for the birds that call Grosse Ile their home.
Saturday, June 20th, 2026 – Wildflowers Time: 1 pm-2:30 pm
Meridian Woods - Meridian Rd between Manchester & Rucker. Grosse Ile, MI, 48138
Start off the first day of Summer by searching for all the various flowers in bloom on Grosse Ile.
Saturday, July 25th, 2026 – Butterfly & Insects Time: 1pm-2:30pm
Airport Natural Area - 28820 East River Rd, Grosse Ile, MI. 48138
With Summer in full swing, bug activity will be abundant. So, let’s buzz around and find as many bugs as we can!
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Saturday, August 8th, 2026 - Kayak Downriver Wetlands.
Time & Location TBD. This is a collaboration between GINLC, Friends of Detroit River, and Downriver Linked Greenways.
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Sunday, August 23rd, 2026 – Seasonal Hike/American Lotus Time: 1 pm-2:30 pm
Airport Natural Area - 28820 East River Rd, Grosse Ile, MI. 48138
Let’s go on a hike! Explore a variety of habitats and observe special features of plants and animals that live in Grosse Ile.
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Saturday, September 19th, 2026 – Bats Time: 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!
Saturday, October 17th, 2026 – Seed Collection Time: 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.
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Sunday, November 8th, 2026 – Winter Adaptation/Hibernation Time: 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.
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Saturday, December 12th, 2026 – Winter Seed Sowing Time: 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.
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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.
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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.
