Chikaming Open Lands’ Executive Director reviews the history of native prairies on the Midwest, discusses current efforts in the region to protect and restore prairie communities and explores what the future holds for these ecological gems. He will also share examples of local preserves you can visit which demonstrate the diversity in our area.

Presenter: Ryan Postema, Executive Director, Chikaming Open Lands. Ryan’s deep knowledge of our local environments and the plants and animals that populate them offer a terrific insight into the diverse nature of Southwest Michigan.