Eating the Plants We Love to Hate Workshop

Join AFFEW and Wildcrafting Guide, Lea Sevigny at Cartier Park for delicious treats created from pervasive plants such as Garlic Mustard and Dame’s Rocket. After learning to identify and harvest several species, we’ll make easy, healthful recipes to enjoy together.
About our Speaker: Lea Sevigny connects with nature in many ways, but she especially enjoys foraging for items to make food, herbal remedies, and artistic creations. Through her business, Joyful Wildcrafting, Lea guides others to embrace the natural world as well. As a Wild Ones member, Master Naturalist, Certified Environmental Educator, and Place-based Educator, Lea has years of land stewardship experience behind her. She is a member of the Native Plant Guild and the West Michigan Conservation Network.
Space is limited to 20 participants and registration is required.
Cost: $10 AFFEW Members/$15 Non-members. Learn more if you’re interested in becoming a member of AFFEW!

    Invasive Plant Workshop

    Invasive Knotweed

    The public is invited to come and learn about invasive species in the City of Ludington. Invasive species professionals will give a big picture presentation, followed by breakout sessions on specific topics. Guests will have the opportunity to ask questions and discover resources throughout the event. No registration or fee is required to attend.

    This workshop will focus on Invasive Bittersweet, Knotweed and Tree of Heaven found in the City of Ludington.

    Representatives from North County Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (NCCISMA) will cover a variety of topics during this event including the 2024 survey and future plans to address invasive species in the city.

    Click on the flyer below for more information.