Winter Workday at Martha Mott Sanctuary

A former farmstead and woodlot, this 80-acre sanctuary has a fine stand of oaks, hickory, and walnut. There are open and shrubby fields along with some low swamplands. This little-known preserve near Kalamazoo is a great place to spot birds, even during the winter. Help us protect this nature preserve and improve accessibility to visitors by helping us maintain the trail, remove invasive woody shrubs, and improve native habitats. Please come prepared for outdoor work, dressing for the weather; wear non-cotton layers, long pants, long sleeves, close-toed boots (hiking boots, snow boots, or rubber boots work well), and a warm hat and gloves. Bring water and snacks, although we will have some on hand to share. This event is weather dependent. If an event is canceled, all those who RSVP will receive an email by 5 p.m. the evening before. No experience is necessary, and we will provide all tools. Contact Linnea Rowse at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org or 517-580-7364 with any questions or to RSVP.

Please note there are no restrooms on-site.

Location and Directions: 44th Ave, Mattawan, MI 49071. There is a parking area just east of the intersection of 24th Street and 44th Ave. 

GPS coordinates: 42.259064, -85.783092