Events
Grappling with Mile-a-minute Weed
How local conservation groups are the primary defense against the rapidly spreading vine.
Register: https://shorturl.at/hRyKiScan
Faces of Conservation: Annual Meeting & Board Elections
Join us for our Annual Meeting, Director Election, Silent Auction, and Social Hour!
Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
Tree Sale Order Pick-Up
Visit Barrycd.org/trees to order bareroot tree seedlings online for pick-up at Barry County Parks Historic Charlton Park on Friday, April 25th between 9 am - 4 pm!
Tree Sale Order Pick-Up
Visit Barrycd.org/trees to order bareroot tree seedlings online for pick-up at Barry County Parks Historic Charlton Park on Saturday, April 26th between 10 am - 2 pm!
Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
BARRY COUNTY HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE, MEDICATION COLLECTION AND FREE TIRE DROP-OFF (LIMITED TO 10 TIRES PER VEHICLE)
Barry County Expo Center, 1350 N. M-37 Hwy.
Household Hazardous Waste Including aqueous acids and bases; oil-based paints; reactives; solvents; aerosol cans; automotive liquids; pesticides (liquids and solids); automotive batteries; alkaline, nickel-cadmium and/or silver oxide batteries; liquid cleaners; heavy metal solutions; electronics*
*Electronics - TVs and monitors will have a $10 suggested donation. All other electronics will be collected at no charge.
We Cannot Accept; freon containing appliances/electronics, asbestos, latex paint (when dry it can go to the landfill), propane tanks, commercially generated waste, radioactive material explosives, unknown wastes, tires heavily caked with dirt.
Medications need to be in their original containers with the name of the drug clearly. Cross out any personal information on the containers.
Tire Drop-Off FREE thanks to a grant from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). LIMIT OF 10 TIRES PER CAR, HOUSEHOLD TIRES ONLY (NO BUSINESS TIRES). First come, first serve until all trailers are full
Questions? Please Call (269) 798-4107
Sponsored by the Barry County Solid Waste Oversight Committee with thanks to the Barry County Fair Board, Waste Management, Barry Eaton District Health Dept., Barry County Substance Abuse Task Force, Barry County Sheriffs Dept., City of Hastings Police Dept., and local pharmacies.
Learn more at https://www.barrycounty.org/.../household_hazardous_waste
Learn and Pull - Mile-a-minute Weed
See this plant up close and learn about the management techniques we are implementing across Eastern Calhoun County.
Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
BARRY COUNTY HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE, MEDICATION COLLECTION AND FREE TIRE DROP-OFF (LIMITED TO 10 TIRES PER VEHICLE)
Barry County Expo Center, 1350 N. M-37 Hwy.
Household Hazardous Waste Including aqueous acids and bases; oil-based paints; reactives; solvents; aerosol cans; automotive liquids; pesticides (liquids and solids); automotive batteries; alkaline, nickel-cadmium and/or silver oxide batteries; liquid cleaners; heavy metal solutions; electronics*
*Electronics - TVs and monitors will have a $10 suggested donation. All other electronics will be collected at no charge.
We Cannot Accept; freon containing appliances/electronics, asbestos, latex paint (when dry it can go to the landfill), propane tanks, commercially generated waste, radioactive material explosives, unknown wastes, tires heavily caked with dirt.
Medications need to be in their original containers with the name of the drug clearly. Cross out any personal information on the containers.
Tire Drop-Off FREE thanks to a grant from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). LIMIT OF 10 TIRES PER CAR, HOUSEHOLD TIRES ONLY (NO BUSINESS TIRES). First come, first serve until all trailers are full
Questions? Please Call (269) 798-4107
Sponsored by the Barry County Solid Waste Oversight Committee with thanks to the Barry County Fair Board, Waste Management, Barry Eaton District Health Dept., Barry County Substance Abuse Task Force, Barry County Sheriffs Dept., City of Hastings Police Dept., and local pharmacies.
Learn more at https://www.barrycounty.org/.../household_hazardous_waste
Family Science Night at the Hastings Public Library
Barry Conservation District’s Barry County Recycling Coordinator and your BCK CISMA Staff (Barry, Calhoun, Kalamazoo Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area) will be there to answer questions and share a fun learning activity.
Visit the Hastings Public Library Website for more information on this event and other fun offerings for your family!
RESCHEDULED: Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
Board of Directors Meeting *Rescheduled*
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 5:30 pm on the second Wednesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
MiCorps ID Day
Join us as we identify macroinvertebrate samples collected for MiCorps in the Thornapple River Watershed.
You must register to attend.
Registration coming soon!
Outdoor Youth Day
The concept is simple: “get kids outdoors!” Local outdoorsman George Cullers proposed the idea. Offer kids a chance to get hands-on experience with outdoor activities, at no cost, and open the door to a lifelong interest. Held at Charlton Park in Barry County, the event is open to everyone.
Thornapple River Cleanup
Join us for the annual Thornapple River Watershed Cleanup, Saturday, September 21st
Cleanup Locations
Ada/Cascade
Alaska/Caledonia
Middleville
Hastings
Nashville
Register ASAP to secure a Cleanup T-shirt in your size!
Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Saturday, September 7, 2024 from 9 am - 1 pm at the Barry Expo Center/Fairgrounds. Barry county residents can properly dispose of and recycle household hazardous waste, unused and expired medications, sharps, scrap tires, and electronics.
Plant Sale Pickup
Fall is a great time to plant natives! Over winter these plants will focus on root growth to bring you beautiful blooms in 2025. Choose plants based on your properties available sun and soil moisture, bloom color and period.
Native plants require less watering, filter pollutants, provide habitat and food for wildlife and pollinators, and stabilize soil with their extensive root systems. You can read more about the benefits of native plants here.
Order your native grasses, wildflowers, and select shrubs now then schedule your pickup between August 22-23, 9am - 5pm and August 24, 9am - 12pm.
Questions? Email us!
Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
Forests, Wetlands, & Habitat
Cost: Free!
MAEAP Phase 1 Credits Available.
Just show up. Or it would help us prepare if you…
It’s free. It’ll show $0 and will not ask for payment info.
This event is designed specifically for landowners like you to explore various options for managing the natural resources on your property. Our dedicated experts will be there to share their knowledge and provide valuable insights:
Ben Savoie, District Forester: Ben has a B.S. in Forestry from Michigan State University and 8 years of experience as the District Forester for Barry, Allegan, and Ottawa conservation districts. He will discuss the benefits of forest management and public programs available for financial assistance, helping you make informed decisions about your land.
Sara Krieger, MAEAP Technician: Sara brings her extensive experience from working on her family’s farm and her deep knowledge of the Michigan Agricultural Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP). She will talk about the benefits of MAEAP for farmers and offer valuable insights into wetland protections and management, even if your property doesn’t include forested areas.
A representative from Wittenbach Center will also be present to discuss their work in wildlife and habitat conservation, providing additional resources for enhancing and protecting your land.
Conservation Friday
Join us on the first Friday of each month for a short presentation on Zoom from a local expert on conservation topics.
Zoom Details:
Topic: Conservation Friday
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Monthly: https://us05web.zoom.us/meeting/tZ0tf--rqzojHtyKxAn9mUYbLsdcCjf2QF22/ics?icsToken=98tyKuGhrjMsGdGUuR2PRpx5AoqgM-nwmH5EgrdEtwfEDXleVzr0GvFGMZF1Forh
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/89086351948?pwd=NHXGBzI8cTFajbMh5ppbY3pwZPtQX7.1
Meeting ID: 890 8635 1948
Passcode: BCD
Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
Learn and Pull - Mile-a-minute Weed
Join us at Whitehouse Nature Center to learn about the highly invasive Mile-a-minute weed. First detected at the Nature Center in 2020, we invite you to familiarize yourself with this plant and help us pull this species along the trails.
This plant has barbs, and we will be off-trail, so please wear closed-toed shoes and long pants; wearing long sleeves and gloves and water is recommended. Some gloves will be available to those who need it
Conservation Friday
Join us on the first Friday of each month for a short presentation on Zoom from a local expert on conservation topics.
Zoom Details:
Topic: Conservation Friday
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Monthly: https://us05web.zoom.us/meeting/tZ0tf--rqzojHtyKxAn9mUYbLsdcCjf2QF22/ics?icsToken=98tyKuGhrjMsGdGUuR2PRpx5AoqgM-nwmH5EgrdEtwfEDXleVzr0GvFGMZF1Forh
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/89086351948?pwd=NHXGBzI8cTFajbMh5ppbY3pwZPtQX7.1
Meeting ID: 890 8635 1948
Passcode: BCD
Electronics Collection
Saturday, June 1, 2024 from 9 am - 1 pm at Delton Kellogg High School, residents can properly dispose of and recycle electronics.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 9 am - 1 pm at the Barry Expo Center/Fairgrounds. Barry county residents can properly dispose of and recycle household hazardous waste, unused and expired medications, sharps, scrap tires, and electronics.
Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
Conservation Friday
Join us on the first Friday of each month for a short presentation on Zoom from a local expert on conservation topics.
Zoom Details:
Topic: Conservation Friday
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Monthly: https://us05web.zoom.us/meeting/tZ0tf--rqzojHtyKxAn9mUYbLsdcCjf2QF22/ics?icsToken=98tyKuGhrjMsGdGUuR2PRpx5AoqgM-nwmH5EgrdEtwfEDXleVzr0GvFGMZF1Forh
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/89086351948?pwd=NHXGBzI8cTFajbMh5ppbY3pwZPtQX7.1
Meeting ID: 890 8635 1948
Passcode: BCD
Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
Conservation Friday
Join us on the first Friday of each month for a short presentation on Zoom from a local expert on conservation topics.
Zoom Details:
Topic: Conservation Friday
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Monthly: https://us05web.zoom.us/meeting/tZ0tf--rqzojHtyKxAn9mUYbLsdcCjf2QF22/ics?icsToken=98tyKuGhrjMsGdGUuR2PRpx5AoqgM-nwmH5EgrdEtwfEDXleVzr0GvFGMZF1Forh
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/89086351948?pwd=NHXGBzI8cTFajbMh5ppbY3pwZPtQX7.1
Meeting ID: 890 8635 1948
Passcode: BCD
Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.
Conservation Friday
Join us on the first Friday of each month for a short presentation on Zoom from a local expert on conservation topics.
Zoom Details:
Topic: Conservation Friday
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Monthly: https://us05web.zoom.us/meeting/tZ0tf--rqzojHtyKxAn9mUYbLsdcCjf2QF22/ics?icsToken=98tyKuGhrjMsGdGUuR2PRpx5AoqgM-nwmH5EgrdEtwfEDXleVzr0GvFGMZF1Forh
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/89086351948?pwd=NHXGBzI8cTFajbMh5ppbY3pwZPtQX7.1
Meeting ID: 890 8635 1948
Passcode: BCD
Annual Meeting
Join us for an informal evening social and awards recognition of individuals and organizations conserving our natural resources.
7:00p - 8:00p Cash Bar Social
8:00p - 8:30p Annual Meeting
8:30p - 9:00p Conservation Awards
Come connect with conservation organizations, vote for new BCD board members, learn about BCD programming and upcoming events.
Board of Directors Meeting
The Barry Conservation District Board of Directors meets at 8 am on the second Tuesday of the month at the Tyden Center Conference Room, 121 S Church St, Hastings MI 49058, unless otherwise noted.