Throughout April, we were proud to host a series of free Earth Month Speaker Events designed to inspire action and deepen our community’s connection to the land and water we all call home. From restoring watersheds to composting in your backyard, these conversations sparked meaningful ways to make every day feel like Earth Day.
If you missed an event or want to explore more, we’ve gathered all the resources below from our featured organizations and speakers. Read on, learn more, and take action.
The Watershed Center Grand Traverse Bay
Mission: Protect, restore, and connect.
The Watershed Center is the only organization solely dedicated to protecting the waters that feed into Grand Traverse Bay. Whether you’re a lakeshore homeowner or just love our freshwater ecosystems, their work ensures our region’s waters stay clean and healthy for future generations.
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Waterfront Guide – Practical Tips for Shoreline Protection
Upcoming Events and Volunteer Opportunities
SEEDS Ecology & Education Centers
Mission: Building resilient communities through ecology, education, and sustainable design.
SEEDS is doing vital work in the region, from youth programs to community composting efforts. Their composting guide offers a simple and powerful way to reduce waste and nourish the soil.
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Start Composting with SEEDS
Traverse Area District Library (TADL)
Mission: Inspire lifelong learning and community connections.
TADL offers more than books. This Earth Month, they shared their favorite children’s literature picks to help young readers connect with nature. Plus, they recommended a few fun, earth-loving kids music artists like Caspar Babypants and Recess Monkey.
Children’s Book Picks:
- Linh’s Rooftop Garden by JaNay Brown-Wood
- Plant the Seed by Christie Matheson
- If You Plant a Seed by Kadir Nelson
- Wonder Walkers by Micha Archer
- Planting a Rainbow by Lois Ehlert
- We Planted a Tree by Diane Muldrow
Northwest Michigan Invasive Species Network (ISN)
Mission: Protect native habitats through collaborative action.
ISN helps landowners, volunteers, and communities identify and remove invasive species—protecting biodiversity across Northern Michigan. Their site is packed with hands-on guides, species info, and ways to get involved.
Explore Resources & Get Involved
Keep the Momentum Going
Caring for our planet doesn’t end when April does. Whether you attend a cleanup, start composting at home, read a nature book with your child, or simply stay curious—every small action adds up. Thank you to all who joined our Earth Month events. Let’s keep showing up for the Earth, together.
