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Seven-son flower tree
Published on October 11, 2022
If you are looking for a tree that flowers in the late summer to early fall, attracts butterflies and has interesting bark, look no further: the seven-son flower is an excellent addition to your landscape for a multitude of great qualities. -
Summer education in the dark: Night hikes
Published on September 16, 2022
Summer is a perfect time for some science, leadership and character-building education after dark during a night hike. -
Dangerous currents on the Great Lakes – know how to save your life
Published on July 15, 2022
Enjoy the Great Lakes, but also learn how to save yourself if you are ever caught in a rip or channel current. -
2022 Michigan 4-H State Award winners announced
Published on July 13, 2022
4-H members honored for their outstanding accomplishments in leadership, service and life skill development. -
Managing invasive species on your property may feel overwhelming – but your local Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (CISMA) can help.
Published on July 12, 2022
Free webinar July 27 will share identification tips and demonstrate treatment tricks for common invasives including garlic mustard, Japanese knotweed and several invasive shrubs. -
2022 Michigan 4-H Mark of Excellence award winners announced
Published on June 14, 2022
Mark of Excellence essays portray learning experiences of 4-H members. -
Enhancing STEM through art
Published on May 23, 2022
Alcona teachers come together to strengthen STEM place-based education through art. -
Eating bugs: Part 3 - Catch and eat them yourself
Published on April 21, 2022
Do you know there is an easy food that you can catch and eat without any special equipment? It is bugs! -
Eating bugs: Part 2 – Eating bugs around the world
Published on April 18, 2022
Do you think it is strange that some cultures eat bugs? In this Michigan State University Extension article series, we discussing just that – eating bugs! -
Eating bugs: Part 1 - You already have!
Published on April 14, 2022
Eating bugs is often seen as gross by some living in the United States, but you probably have already eaten them.