Manistee Conservation District

08/31/2026

We are currently accepting applications for a Conservation Specialist. Please share this with anyone who may be interested!

More details can be found on our website at www.manisteecd2.org/employment

08/27/2026

Tonight's Autumn Olive Workshop with ISN has been cancelled.

Good morning! Due to low registrations, we'll be cancelling our Manistee Autumn Olive Workshop. If you were thinking about coming, don't fret! You can join us in Leelanau County on Wednesday, September 2nd, or you can watch our recorded workshop from 2020 on our YouTube page (link below). Some of the information is out of date, including FAP Forester Josh Shields' ready-to-use herbicide study, and current EQIP rates for woody invasive management. If you'd like that information, feel free to email Audrey at [email protected].
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We'll be hosting this workshop again next year, but in the meantime you can always reach out to ISN to ask any questions you might have about your specific project. Apologies for the cancellation!
Link to ISN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/

08/25/2026

Got old tires lying around your property or taking up space? Bring them to our annual tire recycling events! There are two opportunities this year:

Wednesday, September 16 and Saturday, September 19

See flyer for details or give us a call at 231-399-9030.

We're also looking for volunteers to help out at the events! Sign up at the following link: https://forms.gle/xNxhfKK5CCntnxG67

08/24/2026

There is still time to place an order for our fall sale. Don't miss out on the opportunity to get some native plants in the ground this fall!

Fall is a great time to add native plants to your landscapes! The pre-order window for our fall sale is now open. Get your orders in by August 28 for pickup in October.

Shop online at www.manisteecd2.org/store. Give us a call at 231-399-9030 with any questions!

08/19/2026

The Manistee County HWA Management workshop is tomorrow! Register online via ISN's website at www.HabitatMatters.org/Events.

Don't forget! Our first workshop will be taking place *next week* in Manistee County! Reserve your space today - not only can you learn how to protect your hemlocks, but you might be able to get some free tree tubes! Register on our website at www.HabitatMatters.org/Events.
See you there!

08/13/2026

Our forester Josh recently did an interview about white-tailed deer management on the Rewilding Life Radio podcast. Check out the episode here -

A podcast and field journal exploring nature, gardening, foraging, seasonal living, and rewilding practices. Listen, learn, and reconnect with the wild.

08/11/2026

Our partners at Little River Band of Ottawa Indians, U.S. Forest Service Huron-Manistee NFs and SEEDS are hosting a field day on August 20 for those interested in careers in natural resources. See flyer for RSVP info!

Updated start time 10am.

08/05/2026

MIFarmLink is hosting an Open Hour featuring GreenStone Farm Credit Services this Friday, Aug. 7th.

Whether you are just beginning your farming journey or preparing to expand your operation, understanding the lending process is an important step toward success. This free educational session will provide an overview of the agricultural loan process, from the initial application through approval and closing.

During this Open Hour, GreenStone will cover:
- The key steps in the loan application process
- Required financial documents and information
- How lenders evaluate credit and financial readiness
- What to expect throughout the approval and closing process
- Tips for building and maintaining a strong relationship with your lender after closing

🌱 Join us this Friday for MIFarmLink Open Hour!

Thinking about financing your farm or preparing for your next agricultural loan? Join us this Friday for a free Open Hour with GreenStone Farm Credit Services to learn what lenders look for and how to set yourself up for success.

We'll cover:
🚜 The loan process from application to closing
📄 What documents you'll need
💰 How lenders evaluate credit and financial information
🤝 Building a strong relationship with your lender after closing

Whether you're a beginning farmer or planning your next step, this is a great opportunity to ask questions and gain valuable insights from agricultural lending experts.

📅 Friday, August 7
⏰ 11:00 AM (ET)
🔗 Register today: https://macd-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/TeEBkhVQQXCzPjA7sOAQjw

Bring your questions—we look forward to seeing you there!

08/05/2026

Our forester, Josh, is teaming up with ISN for a new HWA Management Workshop on August 20 at Orchard Beach State Park! Pre-registration is required at the following link: https://northwestisn.wufoo.com/forms/m1q5n271tlngft/

Thank you to ISN for bringing these important events to our area!

🎉New workshop opportunity alert 🎉
ISN is teaming up with our FAP Foresters to help educate landowners about how to identify and manage hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) and how to consider the long-term effects of hemlock woolly adelgid on your forests. Additionally, landowners can sign up to receive a free property survey from your local FAP Forester, and qualifying landowners could receive up to 60 free tree tubes to help protect forest regeneration!
Registration is required for these events. You can register on our website at www.HabitatMatters.org/Events. Many thanks to Manistee Conservation District and Leelanau Conservation District for joining us for these events!