Get Involved
Spend a day making Mason County greener
AFFEW is a fully volunteer organization. Every program you see, from the Native Plant Sale to invasive species removal at Cartier Park, runs because neighbors show up. Pick what works for you.
5+
annual events
No commitment
required
All skill levels
welcome
Where you can help
Year-round opportunities
Every spring
Earth Day Celebration
Booth coordinators, kids’ activity helpers, food prep volunteers, setup and teardown. A full day of workshops, family hikes, and community connections.
Multiple times a year
Beach Sweeps
Family-friendly clean-ups along the Ludington shoreline. We provide gloves and bags; you bring water and good shoes. Usually two hours, with green drinks (BYO, no glass) after.
May through October
Invasive Plant Removal
Treat and remove Garlic Mustard, Japanese Knotweed, Barberry, and Oriental Bittersweet at Cartier Park. Long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toe shoes required.
3rd Saturday in August
Hazardous Waste Day
Traffic directing, sorting, and check-in for the annual household hazardous waste collection. Free to Mason County residents — a big logistical lift that needs many hands.
Growing season
U Dig It Community Garden
Bed maintenance, watering, harvest days for the Lakeshore Food Club, and helping with the Dig It youth summer program for ages 9–12.
How it works
No commitment
1
Tell us what interests you
Fill out the form below. Pick one event, several, or just say you want to hear about everything.
2
We'll be in touch
You’ll get an email a week or two before each event you said you’re interested in, with the details and a quick yes/no.
3
Show up when you can
No minimum hours, no annual commitment. Come to one event a year or every one, both are great.
Sign up
Tell us how you'd like to help
We’ll keep your info on file and reach out a week or two before events you’re interested in. No spam, no minimum commitment.