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Our Mission: "Working with our community to protect, conserve and restore the natural resources of Kalamazoo County"

Through voluntary, science-based practices, we ensure our natural resources thrive for generations. Together, we’re building a healthier environment and stronger economy right here in Kalamazoo, with the vision of 'a county where community leaders and citizens work together to actively cultivate a culture of responsible natural resource stewardship and management.' 

Join us in making a lasting difference—explore how we can work with you.

Areas of Work

Upcoming Events

    Monthly Board Meeting
    Monthly Board Meeting
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Jan 16
    Portage
    Meetings are open to the public and are held at 8AM on the third Friday of each month.
    Cultivating Connections: Annual Meeting & Election of the Board
    Cultivating Connections: Annual Meeting & Election of the Board
    Thu, Feb 19
    AZO Venue, Lounge & Grill
    Come celebrate 80 years with the Kalamazoo Conservation District! Join us for an evening social, with games, a silent auction, music, and so much more!
    VOLUNTEER EVENT! Tree Bundling Day!
    VOLUNTEER EVENT! Tree Bundling Day!
    Tue, Apr 14
    Tree Packing Location
    Join the Kalamazoo Conservation District in a tree bundling day, to bundle bare root seedlings for our Annual Tree Sale Fundraiser! Help ensure these seedlings make it to their new home and in the ground - to grow the Kalamazoo County tree canopy, year after year.
    VOLUNTEER EVENT! Tree Packaging Day!
    VOLUNTEER EVENT! Tree Packaging Day!
    Wed, Apr 15
    Tree Packing Location
    Join the Kalamazoo Conservation District in a tree packaging day, to bundle bare root seedlings for our Annual Tree Sale Fundraiser and package them into orders! Help ensure these seedlings make it to their new home and in the ground - to grow the Kalamazoo County tree canopy, year after year.
    Annual Tree Sale Fundraiser (Tree Pick-Up!)
    Annual Tree Sale Fundraiser (Tree Pick-Up!)
    Fri, Apr 17
    Kalamazoo Conservation District Office
    Pick up your bare-root seedlings! Pre-order your preferred varieties today, or wait till sale day to grab a few bundles of tree seedlings.
    Annual Tree Sale Fundraiser (Saturday Tree Pick-Up!)
    Annual Tree Sale Fundraiser (Saturday Tree Pick-Up!)
    Sat, Apr 18
    Kalamazoo Conservation District Office
    Pick up your bare-root seedlings! Pre-order your preferred varieties today, or wait till sale day to grab a few bundles of tree seedlings.
    Wildlife Habitat Management and Hunting Collaborative
    Wildlife Habitat Management and Hunting Collaborative
    Fri, Sep 05
    Kalamazoo
    This event will discuss how NRCS and the Conservation District can help landowners/land managers enhance wildlife habitat and land stewardship. We will also be introducing the KCD’s partnership with Hunt Michigan Collaborative and how we will be connecting hunters to opportunities in our region.
    Local Work Group (LWG)
    Local Work Group (LWG)
    Fri, Aug 22
    Portage
    LWGs are formed to gather input from constituents and conservation leaders throughout each county to determine natural resource issues and priorities.
    NRCS Programs and Cropping Systems Enhancement
    NRCS Programs and Cropping Systems Enhancement
    Fri, Aug 15
    Kellogg Biological Station - Research
    This event will introduce how NRCS and the Conservation District can help agricultural producers enhance their cropping systems.
    Scrap Tire Recycling Event
    Scrap Tire Recycling Event
    Thu, Aug 07
    Kalamazoo
    FREE recycling for Kalamazoo County Residents!
    Scrap Tire Recycling Event
    Scrap Tire Recycling Event
    Sat, Jul 26
    Kalamazoo
    FREE recycling for Kalamazoo County Residents!
    E-waste & #6 PS Foam Recycling
    E-waste & #6 PS Foam Recycling
    Sat, Jul 26
    Kalamazoo
    FREE Drop-off for Kalamazoo County Residents!

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269-775-3368

5950 Portage Rd. Ste. B

Portage, MI 49002

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Office Hours:

Mon-Thurs       9AM-4PM

Fri                     Field Day - Please schedule an appointment

Sat-Sun            Office Closed​

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