Join Green Ribbon Initiative partners in a celebration of the region’s rare Oak Openings habitat during Blue Week, scheduled for May 13-19. This globally unique region is home to a wide variety of blue plants and animals, such as wild blue lupine, Karner blue butterflies, blue spotted salamanders, big and little bluestem, blueberries, bluebirds and more.
The event features family-friendly events, indoor and outdoor activities, workshops, lectures, tours, and stewardship opportunities across Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan.
Activities will take place at The Nature Conservancy’s Kitty Todd Preserve and other sites throughout the region, such as Irwin Prairie State Nature Preserve, Oak Openings Preserve, Tomahawk Archers, Petersburg State Game Area and more.
Highlights include:
- Guided hikes
- Native plant sale
- Bike tour
- Archery lesson (fee required)
There are many events planeed over the span of seven days, so please visit the Oak Openings Region Green Ribbon Initiative web site for the most accurate, up-to-date information.