Trip Leaders: Neal Billetdeaux and Robert Ayotte
Join Neal and Robert for a review of the winter features of trees, shrubs, and vines in their winter condition. There will be a focus on buds, bus scars, bark, and fruit (with special attention to “lines of dehiscence”). This is a Joint field trip with the Stewardship Network.
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.