# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Year of the River Speaker Series - Native Garden Walk & Talk
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 29 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Wed, 29 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Celebrate 85 years of conservation during The Year of the River with the Grand Traverse Conservation District’s Speakers Series. Throughout the year, this series will feature engaging talks from professional speakers covering a wide range of topics, including the Boardman–Ottaway River, conservation efforts, GTCD history, natural resources, and more. Each program offers an opportunity to learn, reflect, and deepen our connection to the river and landscapes that shape our community.

Featured Speaker: Shelly Stusick, Invasive Species Network

When: Wednesday, July 29th from 5:00 - 6:00pm

Where: Boardman River Nature Center, 1450 Cass Rd., Traverse City MI 49685

Registration: $5/person. Registration is required. Visit www.natureiscalling.org/events to register.

Audience: Adults and teens
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/traverse-city/year-of-the-river-speaker-series-native-garden-walk-and-talk/200029923409225
- **Event Categories**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 21

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Traverse City
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1450 Cass Rd, Traverse City, MI, United States, Michigan 49685
- **lat**: 44.70763
- **long**: -85.62494
- **full address**: 1450 Cass Rd, Traverse City, MI, United States, Michigan 49685

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Year of the River Speaker Series - Native Garden Walk & Talk being held?
  - **A:** Year of the River Speaker Series - Native Garden Walk & Talk takes place on Wed, 29 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Wed, 29 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 1450 Cass Rd, Traverse City, MI, United States, Michigan 49685.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Year of the River Speaker Series - Native Garden Walk & Talk?
  - **A:** Year of the River Speaker Series - Native Garden Walk & Talk is organized by Grand Traverse Conservation District.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Year of the River Speaker Series - Native Garden Walk & Talk is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Traverse City, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Year of the River Speaker Series - Native Garden Walk & Talk sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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