Natural-Area-Preservation-News-February-2022
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Protecting and restoring Ann Arbor's natural areas and fostering an environmental ethic within the community.
Volume 28, Number 2
February 2022
In this issue:
- Annual Report 2021: NAP by the Numbers
- NAPpennings
- Staff Updates
- Events
Annual Report 2021: NAP by the Numbers
Download the report as a PDF here.
NAPpennings
The Stewardship Network's Stewards' Circle: February 2022
Tuesday, February 8, 2022, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. (Followed by happy hour nearby!), Veterans Memorial Park Meeting Room
The Stewardship Network offers this monthly discussion group where local stewards (like you!) gather to ask and answer questions, swap stories, and share knowledge in an informal setting. We look forward to chatting with you about how you “do" stewardship! This month's topic: Measuring progress. A Stewards' Circle member recently asked: How do we measure progress? Progress in restoration can feel elusive sometimes – how can we tell when we are making an impact? After the discussion group, join us for a happy hour just up the street at HOMES Brewery to further connect with other land stewards!
Staff Updates
Farewell…
Dave Borneman
Deputy Manager - Volunteerism and Natural Area Preservation
What an honor it's been to lead NAP these past 28+ years! A huge “Thank You" to the hundreds of NAP staff and volunteers who have given so much of themselves to the program. I'll miss you all! See last month's newsletter for my longer “Farewell" message. I hope you can join us for my Online Retirement Party, or stop by to say “Good-bye" during my final few days in the office. See details below… After Feb. 24th, I'll be turning my attention to my own prescribed burn business, but will still be around Ann Arbor, enjoying the parks, and keeping an eye on the good work y'all are doing!
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Events
Controlled Burn Crew Training
Wednesday, February 16, noon to 5 p.m.
Become a part of NAP's Volunteer Burn Crew! This is the required training session for anyone interested in assisting with NAP's controlled burns. Burns typically take place Monday through Friday between noon and 7 p.m. Registration through VolunteerHub is required by February 15. Register here. (http://tinyurl.com/BurnCrew2022) Call 734.794.6627 or email NAP@a2gov.org for more information. If held in-person, some portion of training may be outdoors.
Virtual Retirement Party for Dave Borneman
Friday, February 18, 2 to 4 p.m.
Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/DBRetirement2022
Meeting ID: 965 5346 0209
Passcode: 147903
Farewell Drop-Ins for Dave Borneman
- Tuesday, February 22, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Wednesday, February 23, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Thursday, February 24, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
You're invited to call or drop by the NAP office (3875 E. Huron River Drive) (734.794.6627) to say farewell in person anytime between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday, February 22, 23, or 24.
Winter Nature Walk at Oakwoods Nature Area
Sunday, February 27, 2022, 1-2 p.m.
A winter walk can be just the thing to lift our spirits and access the healing power of nature. Join us for the second of three winter walks. Oakwoods is a 55-acre woodland with upland forest, ponds, and wetlands where a wide variety of plant and animal species. The park has an impressive diversity of trees, such as oaks, hickories, ironwood, beech, and basswood. Make sure to dress for the weather (we recommend layered clothing in winter) and bring a water bottle. Registration is required as space is limited! Register here, (https://tinyurl.com/OakwoodsWalk022722)
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Volunteer Stewardship Calendar
Check out our volunteer opportunities and other events at a2gov.org/NAPEvents, and/or view and register at vhub.at/NAP.