White Pine Chapter
Grand Rapids & West Michigan
Three white pines, each over 100 ft tall, near Muskegon
Next meetings -
April 7, Saturday, 2:00-4:00 PM—GVSU Room 164, Ontario Hall. Judge Edward Post will
present “Adventures in Nature”. Since Judge Post retired, he has been able to produce more of
his outstanding illustrated botanical programs. You may remember some of his past programs for
their exceptional photography. Don’t miss this program which includes plants, animals and
landscapes.May 25-28—MBC State Spring Foray, at Shanty Creek resort, Bellaire, Michigan. Our WPC is hosting this Foray!
June 9, Saturday, 10:00 AM to Noon—Craig Elston, Naturalist and Director of the Hudsonville
Nature Center, will lead our first field trip this year through this diverse nature center. This
nature center has been evolving into many beautiful ecological areas under the planning and
protection of Craig. You will see a large prairie, woodland, wetland, stream, pond and much
more.July 20, Friday 6:00-7:30 PM—A visit to a Michigan Wildflower Farm is tentatively planned
August 11, Saturday, 1:00-3:00 PM—Bill Martinus will lead us through a private, small
vineyard and the wine making process. This facility tour will include a free wine tasting! He
will talk about the history and botany of grapes, wine, and wine making. The location will be
south of Holland.August 25, Saturday, 11:00 AMOur WPC members are invited to attend this field trip with
the Southwest Chapter which will be led by Bill Martinus. He will take us to the Allegan State
Game Area and go along the Kalamazoo River on an excellent, very scenic trail of about 2 miles.September 15, Saturday, 10:00 AM-NoonChip Schaddelee and Bill Martinus will lead us on
a special botanical field trip to the Allegan State Nature Area. You may be sure to see many
unusual plants, trees and wildlife with these two remarkable botanists.
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Do you wish to join the White Pine Chapter of the Michigan Botanical Club? Then click here to access the membership form.
General Information About Meetings
- Members of the public are welcome to attend meetings which are held on Saturday, September through April.
- Unless otherwise noted, meetings start at 2:00 pm and are held at Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI.
- Contact person: Dorothy Sibley, Phone 231-652-2036
2016 Officers
President - Dorothy Sibley 231-652-2036
Vice President - Janet Skeberdis 231-924-0387
Treasurer - Robert Riepma 616-847-0751
Membership - Jelanie Bush 231-652-7046
Director at Large - Dave Chambers 231-652-6146
Director at Large - Craig Elston 616-822-4303
Director at Large - Arlene Obetts 616-874-8847