On May 1, the Southwestern Chapter of the Michigan Botanical Club eld a field trip to Trillium Ravine Plant Preserve, near Niles, MI. Ken Kirton from the Michigan Nature Association led the walk through the mature forested preserve, and attendees were treated to beautiful displays of spring ephemerals, including Trillium recurvatum,
The Michigan Botanical Club
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.