Join Sylvia and mentor Matthaei volunteers on HVC's last field trip of 2012 for trail maintenance, buckthorn removal and botanizing in this wildflower sanctuary and old forest. Meet at Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Road (west lobby), Ann Arbor for sign-in and carpooling to the site.
Michigan Botanical Society
The Michigan Botanical Club is the native plant society for Michigan. We are also home of the Michigan Big Tree Program.
The club was founded in 1941 and consists of five chapters.
The focus of the Michigan Botanical Club is:
Conservation of all native plants.
Education of the public to appreciate and preserve plant life.
Sponsorship of research and publication on plant life.
Sponsorship of legislation to promote preservation of Michigan native flora.
Establishment of suitable sanctuaries and natural areas.
Cooperation in programs concerned with the use and conservation of all natural resources and scenic features.