Upcoming Events
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!
Read more...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.
Read more...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!
Read more...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!
Read more...June Stewardship Day
June 13, 2026 from 10:00am to Noon
Help us control invasive Phragmites at Grand Beach Marsh Preserve!
Read more...#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!
Read more...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!
Read more...#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!
Read more...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!
Read more...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!
Read more...August Stewardship Day
August 15, 2026 from 10:00am to Noon
Join COL in controlling invasive shrubs at Robinson Woods Preserve!
Read more...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!
Read more...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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