Beaver-Human Coexistence: Dam Worth It!

Join us May 7 for an engaging talk on beavers, nature’s original ecosystem engineers!

Once gone from Lower Michigan, beavers are making a comeback, bringing powerful environmental benefits like improved water quality, increased biodiversity, carbon storage, and resilience to fire and drought. But their return also raises important questions about how we coexist with these landscape-shaping animals.

Hear from University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS) graduate researchers as they share science-based strategies for balancing beaver activity with human land use. Learn how tools, policy insights, and community engagement can help reduce conflicts and support thriving ecosystems.

📍 In person: BELFOR Office, 28400 Schoolcraft Rd, Livonia
⏰ Doors open at 6:30 PM (meet & greet), presentation starts at 7 PM
💻 Virtual option available (Zoom link sent after registration)

Hosted by the Sierra Club Southeast Michigan Group — free and open to the public!

Please register on the Sierra Club portal at the link below:

https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00001eetBFIAY

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