Volunteer stewardship group for Eberwhite Woods. Provides woods-related educational opportunities for Eberwhite students and staff. Organizes workdays twice yearly. seldin@comcast.net, ganesh.physics.lsa.umich.edu/~diehl/woods

Environment Michigan

662–9797

Environmental advocacy arm of the Public Interest Research Group in Michigan. info@environmentmichigan.org, www. environmentmichigan.org

Huron River Watershed Council

1100 N. Main, suite 210 [map]
769–5123

Coalition of residents, businesses, and local governments works to protect, rehabilitate, and sustain the Huron River and its tributary streams, lakes, wetlands, and groundwater. Dues $35 & up. lrubin@hrwc.org, www.hrwc.org V

Michigan Botanical Club (Huron Valley Chapter)

663–5667

Promotes enjoyment, conservation, and preservation of Michigan plant life. Meets Jan.–June & Sept.–Nov., third Mon. 7:45 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro. Illustrated lectures are free and open to the public, as are field trips, offered spring through fall. Dues $30, students $20 (includes state and chapter newsletters and The Michigan Botanist). snooden@umich.edu, www.michbotclub.org

Sierra Club

1117 Brooks St [map]

Works to protect and enjoy nature. Conservation projects to promote land preservation, energy efficiency, alternative transportation, and parks and recreational facilities. Local activities include canoeing, hiking, camping, cross-country skiing, and bicycling. Public welcome at monthly meeting with featured presenters, third Tues. 7:30 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro. National dues: $25 introductory, $40 annual renewal (not required for local activities). doug.cowherd@michigan.sierraclub.org, www.michigan.sierraclub.org/huron V

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Superior Land Conservancy

P.O. Box 981024, Ypsilanti 48198
482–7414

Division of the Southeast Michigan Land Conservancy. Preserves land in Superior Township; organizes events, speakers, and meetings to promote awareness of land use issues. Publishes Superior Update Newsletter. Dues $25, students & seniors $15, families $50. wpellerito@smlcland.org, www.smlcland.org V

Washtenaw Audubon Society

Sherri Smith, 994–6287

Presents speakers and slide shows on birds and natural history, emphasizing local area. Sponsors field trips (some international). Meets Jan.–June & Sept.–Nov., third Wed. 7:30 p.m., U-M Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro. Dues $10–$20. www.washtenawaudubon.org S

Washtenaw Land Trust

1100 N. Main, suite 203 [map]
302–5263

Protects natural areas, farmland, and open space in Washtenaw and Jackson counties. Provides information about private conservation options, estate planning, government land protection programs, and the benefits of preserving open lands. info@washtenawlandtrust.org, www.washtenawlandtrust. org V

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