Nature's Best Hope Book Discussion

Name: Nature's Best Hope Book Discussion
Start: 2026-07-12T14:00:00-04:00
Location: 705 Seminole Rd, Norton Shores, MI, United States, Michigan 49441

Schedule

Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 02:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

705 Seminole Rd, Norton Shores, MI, United States, Michigan 49441 | Muskegon Heights, MI

Join the Muskegon Area Parks and Greenways Coalition (MAPGC) for a discussion of Doug Tallamy’s “Nature's Best Hope: A New Approach to Conservation That Starts in Your Yard” to learn how you can help improve our ecosystems!
One of the most critical challenges to the social and ecological health of our communities is the loss of biodiversity. Locally (as well as globally) plant and animal species are under stress and in decline. However, the good news is that there are a lot that people our community can do to make a difference and increase biodiversity through landscaping with native plants. To raise community awareness of this issue and how each of us can help, the Muskegon Area Parks and Greenways Coalition (MAPGC) is partnering with the Muskegon Area District Library to host a book discussion of Nature’s Best Hope by Doug Tallamy. Events will include presentations by local nature experts from our community.
Attendees will receive a Native Planting Action Kit and seedling starter plant, as well as other resources, and ways to get more involved. And if you have any seeds or plants to swap, feel free to bring your treasures to share! Registration required.
Ch. 10 “Will It Work?”
Guest Presentation:
Katie McLaren, Community Engagement & Volunteer Coordinator, Muskegon County Parks
Rory Thibault, Land Partnerships Manager, Land Conservancy of West Michigan
Aaron Bodbyl-Mast, Chair, Muskegon County Parks Commission
“The Past, Present, and Future of Dune Harbor Park" Speakers will discuss the acquisition story of the property, the current amenities and natural features, and future recreation and restoration plans for the park. Come and learn more about this truly unique gem of a park along the Lake Michigan lakeshore.