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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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May

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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June

Pride Paddle (Kayak & Brews - June)

June 12, 2026 from 3:00pm to 6:00pm

Join COL on a guided paddle as we explore the Galien River Marsh in this fun 3-part summer series!

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June Stewardship Day

June 13, 2026 from 10:00am to Noon

Help us control invasive Phragmites at Grand Beach Marsh Preserve!

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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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July Stewardship Day

July 11, 2026 from 10:00am to Noon

Help us control invasive shrubs at Trillium Woodlands Preserve to create a healthier habitat for wildflowers and native plants!

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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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Kayak & Brews - July

July 23, 2026 from 3:00pm to 6:00pm

Join COL on a guided paddle as we explore the Galien River Marsh in this fun 3-part summer series!

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August

2026 Annual Benefit: Boot Scoot at Deer Creek Ranch

August 8, 2026 from 5:00pm to 7:30pm

Join us on Saturday, August 8, 5-7:30 p.m. for Chikaming Open Lands' Annual Benefit: Boot Scoot at Deer Creek Ranch!

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August Stewardship Day

August 15, 2026 from 10:00am to Noon

Join COL in controlling invasive shrubs at Robinson Woods Preserve!

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September

Kayak & Brews - September

September 10, 2026 from 3:00pm to 6:00pm

Join COL on a guided paddle as we explore the Galien River Marsh in this fun 3-part summer series!

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September Stewardship Day

September 12, 2026 from 10:00am to Noon

Help us collect & distribute seeds at Burns Prairie Preserve. This is an especially kid-friendly workday!

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