Join OCPR Natural Resources Management staff as they discuss a new habitat restoration initiative called “Connected County Park” that seeks to motivate, support and empower private residences to transform parts of their own properties into sustainable and flourishing habitats. Based on Doug Tallamy’s “Homegrown National Park” model, Ottawa County residents will be able to expand our county park system (and therefore the vital ecosystems that they provide) by planting native species and removing invasive species at home. This initiative includes expanded educational programming and skill-building workshops, technical assistance with projects, and even provides homeowners with access to equipment and native plants. Join to hear more about the new initiative and how to get involved and support the efforts. Registration is below.
Speaker: Tyler Allyn-White, Stewardship Supervisor
Tyler is a proud graduate of Kalamazoo College where he obtained his B.A. in Biology. His role with Ottawa County Parks is to work with staff to implement and oversee day-to-day restoration, forest health and invasive species management field work. Prior to joining Ottawa County Parks, he was a Research Biologist with the Kalamazoo Nature Center where he studied the effects of varying management techniques on several natural communities and threatened and endangered species. Before that, he worked as a Conservation Technician where he managed invasive species, conducted prescribed burns, and installed native plantings throughout southwest Michigan.
This event was hosted by the Ottawa County Parks Foundation.
Want to learn how you can become involved with Connected County Park? Join us on April 4th at the Hemlock Crossing Nature Center for the program launch.
