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Upcoming Events
Nature Exploration Classes
Step into discovery with the River Raisin Watershed Council! From muddy-boot adventures and family nature nights to hands-on workshops for curious adults, our events make learning about the natural world fun and unforgettable. Dig into local agriculture, explore wildlife up close, and find out how everyday choices can protect the waters that flow through our communities.
Join us for an upcoming event. Learn, explore, and be part of the change!
Beekeeping 101​
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Date: Tuesday, December 16th
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: RRWC Headquarters - 804 N. Evans St, Tecumseh, MI 49286
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This introductory class provides a comprehensive overview of beekeeping, its responsibilities, and requirements, helping you make an informed decision before committing to a full course. You’ll learn what it takes to manage hives, what equipment you’ll need, and what the first year of beekeeping typically looks like.​
Basics of Beekeeping
Dates: Thursdays, January 15th – February 19th
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: RRWC Offices – 804 N Evans St, Tecumseh, MI
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This comprehensive six-week course is designed for new and aspiring beekeepers looking for hands-on knowledge. Each week builds your foundational skills, covering bee biology, hive setup, maintenance, pest prevention, honey harvest, and seasonal hive management.
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Graduates will also be invited to join a local beekeeping club and continue learning from experienced beekeepers in the community.
Owl Prowl​
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Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
Time: Five Sessions, starting at 4pm
Location: Stubnitz Environmental Center, Adrian, MI
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Few creatures inspire wonder like owls on a winter night. Join the River Raisin Watershed Council and our special guests from Michigan Avian Experience for an evening of discovery, learning, and nighttime adventure!
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During this year’s Owl Prowl, participants will take part in a guided night-time nature walk, listen for local owl calls, and learn how these fascinating birds contribute to the health of our watershed ecosystem. You’ll also get hands-on with an owl pellet activity, a fun and educational way to explore what owls eat and how they hunt.
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The highlight of the evening? A meet-and-greet with a live owl up close, led by experts from Michigan Avian Experience.
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For more information and to sign up for a session:
Nature Narratives - Book Club​
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Date: Thursday, January 8th
Time: 6pm
Location: Musgrove & Company, 135 E Chicago Blvd, Tecumseh, MI 49286
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The River Raisin Watershed Council invites you to join Reading the River Book Club. A space for community, conversation, and curiosity. Together, we’ll explore books that deepen our connection to the natural world and inspire stewardship within our local watershed and beyond. Each gathering offers a chance to share perspectives, learn from one another, and reflect on how stories can shape the way we care for our environment.
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Our first selection, Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer, invites readers to experience the wisdom of reciprocity between people and the earth. All are welcome, whether you join in person or virtually, to be part of this growing circle of readers and river caretakers.
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To sign up for this exciting event, register below:​​
Become a Master Rain Gardener – Live Online! ​
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LIVE VIRTUAL Classroom with In-Person Tours
Dates: Five Thursdays, Feb 26, March 5,12,19,26, 2026.
Time: 10am – Noon. Optional office hours 9-9:45am.
Tour Dates:
Washtenaw Tour: Saturday, February 28, 1:00-2:00.
More tours TBD.
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Design your own rain garden step-by-step during class. Become the neighborhood expert!
Protect your home against flooding & help birds, & butterflies with a RAIN garden! We teach you *everything* you need to know to create your own rain garden. That includes lessons learned from more than 2,000 rain gardens built by homeowners just like you! Learn what works and what doesn't. Ask questions in our live class! Visit a rain garden in person! Neighborhood virtual breakout rooms and Facebook group for discussion/homework. Earn your certification – including a t-shirt and sign - by building your own rain garden or adopting a public rain garden.
Register For the Class Here: https://www.hrwc.org/masterraingardener
Co-hosts: Washtenaw County Water Resources, Clinton River Watershed Council, Friends of the Rouge, Huron-Clinton Metroparks, Huron River Watershed Council, Oakland County Water Resources, and the River Raisin Watershed Council.
More information: www.MasterRainGardener.org
Questions about the class? Contact Susan Bryan bryans@washtenaw.org
Questions about registration? Contact Marisa Thomas mthomas@hrwc.org.