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    • Upcoming Events
  • Tree & Plant Sale
  • Gypsy Moth
    • Gypsy Moth News
    • Population Maps
    • FAQ'S
    • Gypsy Moth Identification & Life Cycle
    • Natural Enemies
    • Foray 48b Bacterial Insecticide
    • Landowner Management >
      • Gypsy Moth Traps
      • Removal Guide
    • Links For More Information
  • Soil Erosion
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Permit Fee Schedule
    • Permit Application
    • Best Management Practices >
      • Silt Fence
  • Forestry
    • Qualified Forest Program
    • Find a Professional
    • Oak Wilt
    • Forestry Project Referrals
  • About Us
    • FOIA
    • Programs >
      • Farm Bill Programs
      • MAEAP
    • Planting Instructions
    • Staff & Board Members
    • Board Meetings & Minutes
    • Our Partners
    • Donate
  • NRCS

DISTRICT BOARD MEMBERS

Board Member Contact information
CHAIR- John Kennedy
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If you would like to email John K, please click here



TREASURER- Scott Peterson 
​

Scott Peterson is a Director for the Clare Conservation District.  Scott has owned and operated a farm in Clare County for over 15 years.  He is familiar with a lot of programs offered by the District and feels that Conservation practices and programs are important.

If you would like to email Scott, please click here.


DIRECTOR- Debbie Mason

DIRECTOR- Clint Colosky   
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Director- Matt Todd
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR- Robert (Bob) Mussel 



 



Staff Members 

Misty Hayes, District Administrator 
Christiane Rathke, Soil Erosion 
​Christiane joined the District August 2020 as our Soil Erosion Agent.
Christiane is a born and raised county girl that has lived in the area her
entire life. She has had a love for the natural environment since a very
young age. Christiane comes to us with a Bachelor’s degree from Spring
Arbor University in Organizational Management. Christiane is an avid
houndswomen. She also enjoys hunting, fishing, camping, gardening,
reading and crafting.
Toni Maize, Spongy Moth (Gypsy Moth) Coordinator
Joe Nash, District Forester 
​Joe joined the District July 2022 as our District Forester.
Joe is a Michigan native. He has a Bachelor's degree in Forestry from Michigan Technological University and a Master's in Forest Resource Management from SUNY ESF in upstate New York. Joe has always had a passion for forest ecosystems and in promoting the wise use of forest resources. He is also an avid outdoorsman and loves to hike, camp, and forage in our native forests. 
District Information
Located in the 2nd Floor
Clare County Courthouse
PO Box 356
225 W. Main Street 
​Harrison Michigan 48625


​Telephone: 989-539-6401


 ​OFFICE HOURS
Monday-Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm
The conservation is a field office. Call to verify someone will be in the office.

​OFFICE STAFF
  Christiane Rathke -Interim Administrator
ClareCD@macd.org

Christiane Rathke-Soil Erosion Agent
christiane.rathke@macd.org
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Toni Maize - Spongy Moth Coordinator
ClareGMCO@macd.org​​


Joe Nash - District Forester
​joe.nash@macd.org


​OUR MISSION
"To encourage the wise use
 of our natural resources through promotion and education."