Michigan's Native Conifers

Description

Harbor Country Hikers are always curious about what they see. So on our next HCH adventure we are going to talk about Michigan’s conifers and broadleaf evergreens. Some are native this far south, some are mysteriously here. And believe it or not, some are still finding their way here. Join us and learn about the awesome nature around us – with us.
 
Jens Jensen Preserve contains a high quality beech-maple forest featuring towering oak, maple, beech, black gum and tulip poplar along with seasonal wetlands. An adjacent natural area owned by the Michigan Nature Association is called Pepperidge Dunes Nature Sanctuary. Together, these nature areas preserve 45 acres and are critical in maintaining a corridor of forest canopy for migratory birds that stretches from Warren Dunes State Park to Cherry Beach Road.
 
HCH has an All-Terrain Rollator which may be reserved for use on our hikes. Reservations are made by Emailing harborcountryhikers@gmail.com on a first-come first-served basis. This will be a perfect hike to try our rollator.
 
In case of inclement weather, check our website/ FB page the day of hike for cancellation/ rescheduling notice. Dress in layers, a warm cap, and sturdy boots and bring plenty of water. Depending on the weather, there may be some muddy or icy areas. HCH hikers observe federal and state guidelines so mask wearing is optional.

Theme: Michigan's Native Conifers
Venue: Jens Jensen Preserve and Pepperidge Dunes Nature Sanctuary
When: Saturday, March 4, 2023 @ 1 pm eastern time
Estimated Presentation Time: 15 minutes
Hike Leader: Pat Fisher, President HCH
Estimated Time: 2 hours
Hiking Distance: 1.5 miles
Physical Difficulty: Easy
Location: 6851 Parkway Dr., Sawyer, MI  49125
Parking GPS: 41.880663, -86.616525 (DD)
 
Directions: From Red Arrow Highway, head west on Parkway Drive and follow it to the preserve sign. Park along the road. Parkway Drive is ½ miles south of the Sawyer Road traffic light.