Mott Community College Prahl Center, Genesee Room (1401 E Court St Flint, MI)

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The board meeting at 6pm, followed by the general meeting. rowing plants in the city has it's challenges. In post industrial cities like Flint and Detroit the available vacant land is in the urban core. In redefining the local food system what role does urban land have? What policies currently stand in the way from producing food in the city? In Genesee County where 1.1 billion dollars are spent on food why is such a small percentage of it locally grown? What are the opportunities for economic Light refreshments will be served

Buckham Fine Arts Project (134 1/2 W 2nd St Flint, MI)

Contact: 810-686-6354 thaley@gfn.org

Meet other Sierra Club members at Buckham Gallery to enjoy a fun night enjoying art and the company of others. Contact: Mike Haley 810-686-6354; thaley@gfn.org

Flint Farmer's Market (420 E Boulevard Dr Flint, Michigan)

Contact: 810-686-6354 thaley@gfn.org

Start your morning at the Flint Farmer's Market and join our walkers for a nice urban walk through trails that connect to parks. Contact Mike Haley 810-686-6354, thaley@gfn.org Be there 10 minutes before start time

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We will hike 6 miles through rolling terrain looking for the first signs of the coming Spring. Come prepared for March weather with good boots, water and snacks. Meet in Bloomfield Township in the Costco parking lot near McDonalds on Telegraph (east side) north of Square Lake Rd. Optional restaurant stop after. John Herrgott, 248-766-9575

Matthaei Botanical Gardens (1800 N Dixboro Rd Ann Arbor, MI)

Contact: 734-665-0248 doug.cowherd@michigan.sierraclub.org

Brent Lofgren of the Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory will discuss the degree of certainty associated with various claims about climate change, and the implications for Great Lakes water levels and other aspects of the region's ecology. Free. HVG Monthly Public Program; 3rd Tuesday of every month. Non-members welcome; refreshments provided.

Foster Community Center (200 N Foster Lansing, MI)

Contact: 248.321.4579 lfifelski@gmail.com

Join the Michigan Chapter Sierra Club Legislative Director to learn more about the ReEnergize Michigan! campaign which is working to pass comprehensive legislation that will raise the renewable energy standard, increase energy efficiency and more. The program will begin promptly at 6:30 and may end early. Open to everyone!

Ortonville Recreation Area (State Park Rd Ortonville, Michigan)

Contact: 810-732-9902

Hike Bloomer #3with us, part of the Ortonville Recreation Area. This is considered a moderate hike about 4.5 miles long. There are beauiful rolling hills which are also used for X-country skiing in the winter. There is also a sledding hill. Take M-15 to Ortonville. Go East on Oakwood Rd. about 1 mile. Go North on Sands Rd. about 1 mile. East on State Park Rd. about 1/4 mile north and left at the fork to parking area. Contact: Terry Lemmer 810- 732-9902.

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Belle Isle Hike. Noon. Let's warm up from the winter chill by circumnavigating the island. We will hike at a moderate to brisk pace, stopping to observe the resident whitetail deer, the ducks swimming and any freighters on their first runs up the Detroit River. Meet in front of the (old) Belle Isle Casino (on Belle Isle); call if weather is ? Restaurant stop after. JoEllen, 586-431-3104.

Just south of Pickerel Lake access road (Hankerd Road Pinckney, MI)

Contact: 734-477-5715 jayhschlegel@comcast.net

Four-mile "Secret Hike" around Peace Lake in the Pinckney Rec Area to learn about watersheds w/ guest hike leader Barry Lonik. Either meet at picnic table in front of Zingerman's Roadhouse at 1:00 pm to carpool or 1:45 pm at the trail. Take Dexter-Ann Arbor Rd west through Dexter; continue west on Island Lake Rd 3 miles to Dexter Townhall Rd; turn left, go west 1.5 miles to Hankerd Rd; turn right, go north 1mile; park along Hankerd Rd just south of Pickerel Lake access road. See "P" on map. Free. Open to the public.

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Maybury State Park Hike. 11am. Let's enjoy the rolling hills, mature beech and oak tree woodlands and the historic TB sanatorium sites as we hike 3-4 miles at a moderate pace. Hike goes rain or shine; dress accordingly. Entrance fee. Meet at the park concession bldg., Eight Mile Rd. entrance, 1.5 miles west of Beck Rd. (and Northville); 5 miles west of I-275. Restaurant stop after. Tom Griebe, 248-349-8782

Grange Hall Rd (Grange Hall Rd Groveland, Michigan)

Contact: 810-348-8664

A moderate hike approx. 5 miles long. Meet in parking lot behind Groveland Twp. Hall on Grange Hall Rd, 5-6 miles E. of Dixie Hwy. and just west of Wildwood Rd; between Mt. Holly & Ortonville. (Not to be confused with fire & police dept. buildings at corner of Dixie Hwy. & Grange Hall Rd.). Contact: Linda Berker 810-348-8664.

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Cass Benton Arboretum Hike. 10am. A 4-mile, somewhat hilly walk in this historic arboretum alongside Hines Drive (near Northville) with both wooded and open terrain. 400 species of trees were planted here. This is Palm Sunday, but we probably won't find many palm trees. The spring buds should be breaking out. Meet in the picnic area parking lot on the northwest corner of Northville Road at 6 Mile, near the new foot bridge. Optional restaurant stop after. Phil Crookshank, 248-797-2885.

Zingerman's Roadhouse or trailhead (Corner of Jackson Rd and Maple , )

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Hike 5 miles through hilly terrain of deciduous and conifer woods, includes 90-year-old white pine stand and view from Peach Mountain. Either meet at picnic table in front of Zingerman's Roadhouse at 1:00 p.m. to carpool or 1:30 p.m. at the trail. Take Dexter Ann Arbor Rd west thru Dexter, turn right/north onto Dexter Pinckney Rd, turn left/west onto N Territorial Rd. Park in the office building lot, on the south side just west of Dexter Pinckney Rd. Contact Nancy Shiffler (734) 971-1157

Ortonville Recreation Area (5767 Fox Lake Rd Goodrich, Michigan)

Contact: 810-732-9902

Join us hiking to Lake Algoe and back. This is considered a difficult hike about 5 miles long and there are a lot of hills to climb. The trailhead is on the north sideof Fox Lake Rd, between Washburn and Hadley Roads, about 1/2 mile east of Washburn Rd. Click on map below for more details. Parking lot on North side of road across from tree farm. Contact: Terry Lemmer 810-732-9902.

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Independence Oaks Hike. Noon. This Oakland County park is the site of great hiking - hilly, wooded trails lined with spring wildflowers - with a possible beaver spotting if we take the lake-front segment. We'll do 5-6 miles at a moderate-to brisk pace, rain or shine. Restaurant stop after. Meet in Bloomfield Hills behind the CVS pharmacy on the S.E. corner of Woodward & Square Lake Rd. (northeast end of lot). Inge, 248-338-0906.

Nicola's Books (Westgate Shopping Center, 2513 Jackson Ave Ann Arbor, MI)

Contact: Nancy Shiffler 734-971-1157

Book: Reflections from the North Country, by Sigurd Olson -- classic nature writing from Minnesota and the Boundary Waters Contact: Nancy Shiffler (734) 971-1157

Mott Community College Prahl Center, Genesee Room (1401 E Court St Flint, MI)

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The Nepessing Group meets monthly and features a board meeting at 6pm, followed by the general membership meeting at 7:30 pm. Sue Lossing of the Flint River Watershed Coalition and Sierra Club will present tonight's program describing the storm drain stenciling program and how to become a volunteer activist. Light refreshments will be served

3000 millington rd, millington, mi (Millington Rd East Millington, MI)

Contact: 989-624-5038

Murphy Lake Hike is considered a moderate level hike about 6.5 miles long. Take M-15 to Millington to the stop light. Go East 4 miles on Millington Rd. to trailhead. Trailhead is across from Mt. Kotarski sign. Contact: Denny Crispell 989-624-5038. $1

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Proud Lake Hike. 11am. Hike about 5-miles at a moderate pace in this fairly level, wooded park along the Huron River. Bring water & boots; goes rain or shine. Interesting bogs and river views with chance for skunk cabbage and early wildflower sightings. Spring Beauties should have arrived! Optional restaurant stop after hike. From I-96 exit 159, follow Wixom Rd. north 7 miles; use the parking lot beyond the H.Q. ranger station. Tom Griebe 248-349-8782.

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Bald Mountain North Hike. Noon. A 5-6-mile, moderately-paced hike in a nearby area with rolling terrain, ponds, wetlands, and dense woods (and maybe mud). We'll stop to admire (and ID) any early spring wildflowers, too! Restaurant stop after. Meet in Bloomfield Hills behind the CVS pharmacy on the S.E. corner of Woodward & Square Lake Rd. (northeast end of lot). Cindy Gunnip, 248-336-2984.

trailhead (Guinan Road Waterloo, Mi)

Contact: 734-477-5715 jayhschlegel@comcast.net

Hike to the top of Sugarloaf Hill then through mature woods to the north shore of Crooked Lake in the Waterloo State Rec. Area, four miles in all on this "Secret Hike" w/ guest hike leader Barry Lonik. Either meet at picnic table in front of Zingerman's Roadhouse at 1:00 pm to carpool or 1:45 pm at the trail. Take I-94 west to Pierce Rd exit; go north to Bush Rd; turn left, west, follow Bush Rd to Waterloo Rd; turn left, west, one-half mile to Guinan Rd; turn left, 1/4 mile to the trailhead.

Matthaei Botanical Gardens (1800 N Dixboro Rd Ann Arbor, MI)

Contact: 734-665-0248 doug.cowherd@michigan.sierraclub.org

A look at the balance of native/non-native plants: Our speaker will help us to examine our assumptions on how we use space, what "belongs" in a garden, and how it "should" look. A look at the shift in mindset related to your property and how you live there. David Michener has gone lawnless, but not because he's anti-turf. Find out how and why! Dr. David C. Michener, author and Assoc. Curator, UM MBGNA, focuses on development, planning, and use of academic living collections. HVG Monthly Public Program; 3rd Tuesday of every month. Non-members welcome; refreshments provided.

Township of Davison: Hall (1280 North Irish Road Davison, MI)

Contact: 810-658-6408 suecmar1@aol.com

An easy level hike approx. 5 miles long. Meet @ Davison Township Hall in the back left corner, 1280 N. Irish Road. Take I-69 to Irish Road exit, north on Irish Road to the township hall on your right approximately 1 mile. Contact: Sue Carr 810-658-6408; suecmar1@aol.com $1

riverview park, flushing (230 south mill st flushing, mi)

Contact: 810-767-9491 slossing@flintriver.org

CELEBRATE THE EARTH PADDLE: Flushing Riverview Park to Flushing Township Nature Park. Join Flint River Watershed Coalition Board Member Linda Berker in a celebration paddle for Earth Day. If you are interested in participating you need to contact Sue Lossing so shuttle and inclement weather planning can be made. $10 cost includes MTA-Your Ride Shuttle and ACA insurance and is payable when arriving for the event. Contact: Sue Lossing @ 810-767-9491, slossing@flintriver.org Call To Confirm time and location. $10

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Humbug Marsh represents the last mile of natural shoreline on the Detroit River. Unique fish and wildlife habitat. Great habitat for waterfowl, birds, deer, and humans. Walk slowly on the nature trails, through upland forest, and waters edge cat-tails, scan for ducks floating in Humbug Bay. Bring binoculars and a picnic lunch to have after the walk. Meet at 10 behind Dearborn Centennial Library, Or meet at 10:45 at Humbug Marsh. Phil Crookshank, 248-797-2885

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from New York to North Dakota. This time we will hike only a small Michigan section of it: from White Cloud (SW of Big Rapids) to Nichols Lake, total 25 miles. It might scare you - it is a long walk - but keep in mind that there is no elevation gain along this segment and there is a reward along the way: the lovely White River, small isolated lakes and a visit to an old schoolhouse, not to mention the charm of spring. Details = Ewa Roszczenko at 734-756-5362 or ewarosz@yahoo.com

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Are you ready for the great vistas of Spring? Join us on this 6-mile moderate paced hike. A very visual hike, observing the landscape turning green, and wildflowers shooting up. Bring water and good footwear for hilly trails. Restaurant stop after. Meet in Southfield at Tel-12 Mall, S.E. corner of Telegraph and 12 Mile Rd. Park facing Telegraph, S. of the Marathon station. Mike Scanlon, 313-884-2214.

dauner martin nature sanctuary

Contact: 810-658-6408 suecmar1@aol.com

DAUNER-MARTIN NATURE SANCTUARY HIKE Join Sierra Club members on this easy, approx. 4 mile hike. Take I-75 to Grange Hall Road (exit 101), then west to Fenton (Grange Hall Rd. is called Mann Rd. when in Fenton). Turn North (at Fenton Hotel) onto Leroy St. (a.k.a. Fenton Rd.) past Dauner Rd. Turn East at the next drive immediately after VG's parking lot. Follow drive to Sanctuary parking lot or park at VG's in heavy snow. Contact: Sue Carr 810-658-6408; suecmar1@aol.com $1

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Bring your binoculars and field guide for a very slow, quiet birding hike concentrating on identifying common birds by sight and sound. There may be an opportunity to look inside bluebird nest boxes to see nests of tree swallows, bluebirds, chickadees and wrens. Optional restaurant stop after the hike. Trip goes rain or shine. Meet at the park concession bldg., Eight Mile Rd. entrance, 1-1/2 miles west of Beck Rd. (and Northville), 5 miles west of I-275. Tom Griebe, 248-349-8782.

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at a moderate pace, with stops for items of natural interest (i.e.: wild turkeys), so bring alert eyes and ears! We'll come back to the parking lot for those who wish to drop off at 4 miles. From there, we'll leave the parking lot and venture onto the East Lake Trails and hike another couple of miles. Optional restaurant stop after. Meet in the Park Nature Center by 11am (come a few minutes early to enjoy the displays). Weather inclement?, hike is canceled. Call if doubt. Bonnie, 248-589-2251

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walk (2 hours) to usher in Spring and honor our Mother Earth and Earthly Mothers! 17 species of blooming wildflowers guaranteed as we explore the forest trails. We will be stopping often to I.D. them. Bring cameras, magnifiers, field guides, and meet near Northville at the Maybury State Park concession bldg, Eight Mile Rd. entrance, 1-1/2 miles west of Beck Rd. 5 miles west of I-275. Restaurant stop after. Phil Crookshank, 248-797-2885.

Meet at 1:30 p.m. at the Mitchell field parking lot farthest east, at Mitch

Contact: 734-677-0823

We'll hike amongst the beautiful Arboretum for about 3 miles. Beginning at Mitchell Field, walking through Gallup Park and then through the Arb and back. Lovely for Mother's Day and a Sunday outing. Contact Kathy Guerreso at 734-677-0823 for more details. afternoon

Mott Community College Prahl Center, Genesee Room (1401 E Court St Flint, MI)

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The Nepessing Group meets monthly and features a board meeting at 6pm, followed by the general membership meeting at 7:30 pm. Stephen C. Riley, U. S. Geological Survey fishery research biologist, will discuss the health of the Great Lakes and the effects of invasive species in the GL; as well as the new threats from Asian Carp and other species, with some Q & A afterwards about solutions. Light refreshments will be served

Grayling, MI

Contact: 810-632-7766 Lorne.Beatty@michigan.sierraclub.org

Using backpacks and canoes with canoe carts, we'll walk our gear a half of a mile into a quiet, remote, no motors lake to our rustic campsites under towering white pines. Loon, osprey and bald eagle sightings are common. In addition to canoeing plus hiking (or biking) on the trails around the lake, we will travel to the South Branch of the beautiful Au Sable River to hike on the Mason Tract trails. All campers will bring their own food with a group potluck on Saturday evening. There is no fee for this weekend outing except for the National Forest parking fee. Members and nonmembers are welcome.

Buckham Fine Arts Project (134 1/2 W 2nd St Flint, MI)

Contact: 810-686-6354 thaley@gfn.org

Meet other Sierra Club members at Buckham Gallery to enjoy a fun night enjoying art and the company of others. Contact: Mike Haley 810-686-6354; thaley@gfn.org

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We will hike 13 miles total on rolling terrain through the area's hardwood forests, around the inland lakes, camping at wilderness backpack sites. Spring wildflowers and a fresh leaf canopy will greet us in this true wilderness area, just 25 miles northwest of Tawas City. Email John Herrgott at aka_hiker@yahoo.com for more complete details.

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Contact: 734-756-5362 ewarosz@yahoo.com

as they fly north to their breeding grounds. The whole park seems to awaken with animals and plants emerging from their winter rest. It is a place of breathtaking beauty and extreme fragility. There are many hiking and biking trails, and ... the sunset over Lake Huron. We can witness it all when we go there. *NOTE: a passport or other acceptable identity document is required, especially for the return to the US. For details please contact Ewa at 734-756-5362 or ewarosz@yahoo.com

E Division St (E Division St Leonard, Michigan)

Contact: 586-795-1678 redwingnut1@gmail.com

POLLY ANN TRAIL BIKE RIDE Moderate. Join others in riding the Polly Ann Trail, approx. 15 miles. Riders meet at the parking lot in Leonard off E. Division St just east of Rochester Rd. We'll ride East towards Oxford for 5-6 miles and return to Leonard. The trail is paved with small pebbles. Bring your bike and helmet. Rain date: Sunday, May 16th Contact: Lynn Livingston, 586-795-1678 $1

State of Michigan: Holly Recreation Area (8100 Grange Hall Rd Holly, MI)

Contact: 248-627-3587, 248-736-9378/cell fhtownsend@aol.com

BIRD HIKE: HOLLY STATE RECREATION AREA Join Genesee Audubon Society & Sierra Club member Fred Townsend on this bird hike. A very easy stroll (approx. 2.5 miles) through woodlands and along lakeshore watching and listening for spring birds. Bring binoculars & field guides if available. No dogs. About 1.5 hours long. Contact: Fred Townsend 248-627-3587, 248-736-9378/cell; fhtownsend@aol.com; or Terry Lemmer 810-732-9902 $1

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then take the rails to trails walk to the Heron rookery, and down to the Orchard Lake Preserve. We pass wetlands that should hold some migrating birds, and herons fishing. This will be a 5-mile walk at a moderate pace, with stops to look at wildflowers along the way. Restaurant stop after. Meet at noon in Bloomfield Township in the Costco parking lot near McDonalds on Telegraph (east side) north of Square Lake Rd. Inge, 248-338-0906.

Gerald E. Eddy Discovery Center (Bush Road Waterloo, MI)

Contact: 734-477-5715 jayhschlegel@comcast.net

Hike five miles around Mill Lake on marked trails, gravel roads and unmarked trails in the Waterloo State Recreation Area on a "Secret Hike" with guest hike leader Barry Lonik. Either meet at picnic table in front of Zingerman's Roadhouse at 1:00 pm to carpool or 1:45 pm at the trail. Take I-94 west to Pierce Rd exit; go north past Cavanaugh Lake Rd to Bush Rd; turn left (west) and follow Bush Rd to the Gerald E. Eddy Discovery Center entrance road. Turn left and park at the first (lower) lot.

Matthaei Botanical Gardens (1800 N Dixboro Rd Ann Arbor, MI)

Contact: doug.cowherd@michigan.sierraclub.org

Alan Richardson will take us along with him on a photographic trip above the Arctic Circle to Axel Heiberg Island. Free. HVG Monthly Public Program; 3rd Tuesday of every month. Non-members welcome; refreshments provided.

ADLEY-METAMORA STATE PARK

Contact: 810-732-9902

HADLEY-METAMORA STATE PARK HIKE Join Sierra Club members on this easy, approx. 6 mile hike. Take M-15 to Hill Rd., Go East on Hill Rd. (changes to Pratt Rd.) for 7 miles to Hurd Rd. Go South 0.5 miles to park. Meet in camp store parking lot. Contact: Terry Lemmer 810-732-9902 $1

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We return to these native, historic trails w. of Ann Arbor for a great spring hike. A 10-mile hike at a quick/moderate pace. These are beautiful hilly trails, winding around several lakes en-route. Many wildflowers and birdlife will be observed en-route. Wear sturdy boots, bring a trail lunch and drink for the halfway point, and good humor. Meet in Southfield at Tel-12 Mall, S.E. corner of Telegraph and 12 Mile Rd. Park facing Telegraph, S. of the Marathon station. Cindy Gunnip; 248-336-2984

Richfield Park BMX Track (6550 N. Irish Road Davison, MIchigan)

Contact: 810-658-6408 suecmar1@aol.com

RICHFIELD PARK RIVER WALK -Join us at the parking lot behind the BMX parking area at the Irish Road entrance. Easy, moderate hike, approx. 4 miles, on nicely maintained trails of grass, dirt and a unique old bridge. Plenty of pavilions are available, so plan to bring lunch. If you like to ride bikes, this is a choice location for many riders. Park entrance is at 6550 N. Irish Road, about 6 miles North of I-69. Contact: Susan Carr, 810-658-6408. $1

North Manitou Island, Glen Arbor, MI

Contact: 734-677-0823

Carpooling Friday evening and Monday. Camping, ferry and food fees. Adults 21+. Trip limit. Moderate backpacking. Deadline May 1, 2010. Unique and scenic. Contact Kathy Guerreso at 734-677-0823 for reservations and details.

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We have planned a moderately-paced 5-mile hike through the nature area hiking trails and the park perimeter on the lakeshore. Dress for May weather, call if weather is questionable. Optional restaurant stop after. Meet in Clinton Township at Metro Beach MetroPark, entrance is on Metropolitan Pkwy. (16 Mile Rd), east of Jefferson Ave. Meet at 11am in the Nature Center. (It's on the west/right edge of the parking lot.) JoEllen, 586-431-3104.

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We'll do about 6-miles of moderately-paced hiking in this rolling, wooded park. The many sunny meadows will help us appreciate the cool shade of the woods. There may be occasional wildflower ID stops. Optional restaurant stop after. Meet in Bloomfield Township in the Costco parking lot on Telegraph (east side) north of Square Lake Rd. (in the area behind McDonald's). Joanne, 248-932-5370.

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We'll hike 5-miles at a medium pace in this level, wooded park, partially following the Huron River. Bring water & boots; hike goes rain or shine. Interesting bogs, stone piles and river views as summer begins. Optional restaurant stop after. Meet in the trail head parking lot at 11am: From I-96 exit 159, follow Wixom Rd. N. 7 miles; use parking lot beyond H.Q. ranger station. Tom Griebe, 248-349-8782

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This will be a moderate 5-mile hike observing the resident deer and waterfowl as we explore the forested nature trails in the cool shade of the woods. Our hike will take us out of the forests and around Wildwing Lake on our way back. Bring binoculars, water, call if weather is ? Restaurant stop after. Meet in Southfield at Tel-12 Mall, S.E. corner of Telegraph and 12 Mile Rd. Park facing Telegraph, S. of the Marathon station. Inge Bricio, 248-338-0906.

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stretch of the river - west of Ann Arbor. The livery will bus us upriver to Hudson Mills Metropark; then a 4-hour moderate paddle down to Delhi Metropark. We stop halfway for our picnic lunch. Some canoe experience required, (instructions provided). Reservations of $21, your address and phone number must be sent to Phil Crookshank, 33802 Fountain Blvd. Westland, MI. 48185 by 6/10. Bring a river lunch, dry clothes, a smile and meet at 8:45 (see map below) Phil Crookshank, 248-797-2885

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Enjoy a 5-mile hike on easy flat terrain through meadows, woods and over boardwalks. We will stop to view wildlife that includes nesting bald eagles, herons, egrets, a wide variety of waterfowl, and perhaps a muskrat. Hike goes in light rain, or shine. No sticker required for this County park. Bring trail snack, water and bug repellant. Meet in Flat Rock behind the Rite Aide on Telegraph and Gibraltar road. Or meet at 12:30 at Crosswinds parking lot. Joanne Cantoni, Mary Slumpff, 734-558-8797.

Pickerel Lake (Hankerd Road Pinckney, MI)

Contact: 734-477-5715 jayhschlegel@comcast.net

Hike 2.5 miles around Pickerel Lake in the Pinckney State Rec. Area w/ guest "Secret Hike" leader Barry Lonik; swim afterward. Either meet @ picnic table in front of Zingerman's Roadhouse at 1:00 pm to carpool or 1:45 pm @ the trail. Take Dexter-Ann Arbor Rd west thru Dexter; continue west on Island Lake Rd 3 miles to Dexter Townhall Rd; turn right, north, to N Territorial Rd; turn left, go west 1.5 miles to Hankerd Rd; turn right, go north 1 mile; turn right onto the Pickerel Lake access road.

Gates Au Sable Lodge & Pro (471 South Stephan Bridge Road Grayling, MI)

Contact: 810-632-7766 Lorne.Beatty@michigan.sierraclub.org

Sierra Club volunteers will assemble with the Anglers of the Au Sable and Cedars of the Au Sable volunteers at the Gates Au Sable Lodge on Stephan Bridge Road, east of Grayling, to organize our teams, trees and equipment before proceeding to our designated stretches on the river. Bring work gloves, shovels, insect repellent, sun screen, canteens, etc. and plan to spend a few hours along the river planting trees. An enjoyable afternoon picnic at the Gates Au Sable Lodge will follow. Free and open to both Sierra Club members and nonmembers.

State of Michigan: Ralph MacMullen Conference Center (104 Conservation Drive Roscommon, MI)

Contact: 810-632-7766 Lorne.Beatty@michigan.sierraclub.org

Basic First Aid certification and Outdoor Leadership Training 101 (OLT 101) are required for all outings leaders by the National Sierra Club. Outdoor Leadership Training 201 (OLT 201) and CPR are required for more advanced outings leaders that lead outings that are more than an hour's hike away from the car. Lunch included. Taught by Cheryl McConnell. Deadline for registration: October 20th. Cost: $35.00 each.