Kalkaska Conservation District

06/17/2026

Our neighbors are hosting an autumn olive workshop! Check out the details and register with them directly if your interested in attending and learning more autumn olive treatment.

🌿 Autumn Olive taking over your property? We can help with that.
MCD and North Country CISMA are hosting an Autumn Olive Removal Workshop on Monday, August 10 from 9:00 to 11:00 am at Jamieson Nature Education Center, 7327 S Morey Road, McBain.

Learn hands-on identification and removal techniques from invasive species expert Zach Peklo -- then put those skills to work on the Jamieson property. Registration is appreciated but not required, and there is no cost to attend. Visit missaukeecd.org or call (231) 839-7193 to sign up.

06/17/2026

Tick Update for Northern Michigan 🕷️

We are currently in the heart of tick season, and activity remains elevated throughout our region. The good news is that a few simple precautions can significantly reduce your risk of tick bites and tick-borne illnesses.

Before heading outdoors:
• Apply an EPA-approved tick repellent
• Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes when possible
• Check yourself, children, and pets for ticks after outdoor activities
• Remove attached ticks promptly

Don't let ticks keep you from enjoying Northern Michigan's beautiful trails, parks, and shorelines. Awareness and prevention are your best defense.

Have you spotted more ticks than usual this season? Share your experience in the comments. 👇

06/11/2026

🥾Woot! Woot! Three Free Weekend is here! 🐟

Now get on out there and enjoy!🌲

For more info: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/about/newsroom/releases/2026/06/02/three-free-weekend

Mark your calendars! June 13–14 is "Three Free" Weekend!

*No ORV license or trail permit required for you to ride on 4,000 miles of state-designated routes and trails and in the state’s six scramble areas (other ORV rules and laws still apply).
*No fishing license required for you to fish for all in-season species (other fishing regulations still apply).
*No Recreation Passport required for you to visit any of Michigan’s 100+ state parks, 1,000+ boating access sites, and many other outdoor recreation areas.

So...where are you going to explore?

(Check the comments for more details.)

06/05/2026

Our forester, Marshall, can answer your Qualified Forest Program questions! Schedule a site visit and meeting with him today by calling the office at (231) 258-3307.

🌲Marshall's service area covers 3 counties: Kalkaska, Wexford (Wexford Conservation Districtt), & Missaukee (Missaukee Conservation District). 🌳

WOOD you like an exemption on certain taxes?​

Don't forget to enroll your private forestland in MDARD's Qualified Forest Program. Application materials must be submitted by September 1, 2026 for the 2027 tax year.​

See the comment below for more information.