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March

StoryWalk® on the Preserves

March 13, 2026 from 12:00am to 12:00am

Take a walk. Read a book. Click to learn more about this springtime program!

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April

April Stewardship Day

April 11, 2026 from 10:00am to Noon

Join COL in controlling invasive shrubs and get a sneak peak at this newly protected property!

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Wanderlust Giveback Weekend

April 11, 2026 from 10:00am to 5:00pm

Stock up on Spring essentials and support COL!

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Spring Wildflower Walk - EVENT FULL

April 18, 2026 from 10:00am to 11:30am

Explore one of COL’s newest preserves during one of the most beautiful times of year!

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Earth Day Workday

April 22, 2026 from 10:00am to Noon

Celebrate Earth Day by supporting our continuing efforts to restore native habitat by planting trees.

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Hall Park Restoration: Tree Planting

April 29, 2026 from 10:00am to 2:00pm

Join the Berrien County Conservation District for Hall Park Restoration Plantings on April 29th and May 22nd!

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Historian Giveback Dinner

April 29, 2026 from 5:00pm to 11:30pm

Join us on Wednesday, April 29th for a special Giveback Dinner at The Historian benefiting Chikaming Open Lands!

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May

Volunteer Appreciation Party

May 7, 2026 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm

Our volunteers deserve appreciation all year long, but on May 7, we’re taking a moment to say a special “thank you.”

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May Stewardship Day

May 9, 2026 from 10:00am to Noon

Help us continue to restore native habitat at one of our newer preserves by fighting garlic mustard.

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River Valley Senior Center Presentation: Protecting the Land We Love

May 21, 2026 from 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Interested in connecting with nature? Looking for your new favorite hiking spot? Join Chikaming Open Lands (COL) Executive Director Ryan Postema at River Valley Senior Center as he discusses COL’s assortment of nature preserves in Berrien County.

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Hall Park Restoration: Tree Planting

May 22, 2026 from 10:00am to 2:00pm

Join the Berrien County Conservation District for Hall Park Restoration Plantings on April 29th and May 22nd!

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July

#10Trail Challenge

July 1, 2026 from 12:00am to 12:00am

During the month of July, Chikaming Open Lands is proud to partner with local organizations to feature 15 hiking trails located throughout Michiana. Hike the featured trails during July, take photos along the way, and earn prizes!

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#10Trail Fest 2026

July 16, 2026 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Join us for a fun evening celebrating hiking trails throughout Michiana! Meet fellow #10Trailers, share your hiking experiences, and talk with some of the organizations that help make the challenge possible year after year!

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