Moss Around and Find Out: Ecology and Identification Walk
Note: Due to the popularity of this event, we are looking into the possibility of scheduling additional hikes. If you would like to be notified via email if additional hikes are added, please click on the “Signup for Waiting List” button below.
May 9, 2026
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
or 1 - 3 p.m.
Eddy Discover Center
17030 Bush Rd
Chelsea, MI 48118
There are hundreds of moss species in Michigan! In this workshop hosted by the Michigan Conservation Stewards Program, attendees will learn the basics of moss field identification using a hand lens and the general patterns of moss ecology - such as which species grow in upland or wetland habitats, and which species are likely to be found on wood, soil, or rocks. Led by Jeremy Hartsock, MSU Fisheries and Wildlife and MSU Extension Center for Lakes and Streams.
This walk will take place on the Bog Trail head located near the Eddy Discovery Center. This hike is about a mile each way (2 miles total).
Cost: FREE
Registration is required and space is limited. Participants can register for either the 10 a.m. hike or the 1 p.m. hike.
Completion of the Michigan Conservation Stewards Program (CSP) is not required in order to participate in the moss walk. This event is open to anyone interested in mosses and who would like to learn more about CSP.
Registration for Moss Around and Find Out: Ecology and Identification Walk is open.
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on May 6, 2026.
There are no openings available.
Accommodations
Michigan State University Extension programs, services events, and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, or veteran status. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Bindu Bhakta at bhaktabi@msu.edu or 248-396-9777.