CLARE CONSERVATION DISTRICT
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  • Home
  • Habitat Education Property & Trails
  • 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
    • Planting Instructions
  • Spongy Moth
    • Spongy Moth News
    • FAQ'S
    • Spongy Moth Identification & Life Cycle
    • Natural Enemies
    • Foray 48b Bacterial Insecticide
    • Landowner Management >
      • Spongy Moth Traps
      • Removal Guide
    • Links For More Information
  • MAEAP
  • Tool Crib Rental
  • About Us
    • FOIA
    • Staff & Board Members
    • Board Meetings & Minutes
    • Our Partners
    • Donate
  • NRCS
  • Annual Report
OUR MISSION:
"TO ENCOURAGE THE WISE USE
 OF OUR NATURAL RESOURCES THROUGH PROMOTION AND EDUCATION."
Est. 1947

Upcoming Events & Announcements

NEW LOCATION!!!
​The next regular scheduled board meeting

 August 18, 2026 @ 6:30pm
Pere Marquette District Library Clare, MI
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Gift Card

$25.00 - $100.00
Surprise someone special with a Gift Card! Gift Cards are delivered to the recipient by email and include instructions on how to redeem them at checkout. Our Gift Cards have no additional processing fees. Gift cards can also be redeemed at all native tree and plant "cash and carry" sales. Sale starts February 2026
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FAP Logo Hats

$20.00 - $25.00

Show your support for the Forestry Assistance Program (FAP) with these logo embroidered hats

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Clare CD Logo Shirt

$12.00 $10.00

Show your support of the Clare CD with out new logo screen printed on Gilden Soft Style 64000 t-shirt in 3 colors.

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Have an environmental concern?  You can report them directly to Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) here.  Please note that emergencies should be reported by phone to 1-800-292-4706.

2026 Spongy Moth Survey Information

It's that time of year again, and our survey crews will be out visiting parcels all around Clare County  performing an analysis of the spongy moth population densities beginning in September, and throughout October.  The population of this invasive species appears to be in a state of decline, but it is imperative that we find any concentrations of nests so that we can have the appropriate areas aerially sprayed to keep the populations controlled to prevent widespread outbreaks and defoliation.

Please contact our office at (989) 539-6401 if you believe your property has active nests, as pictured:


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The Clare Conservation District (Clare CD) is a local unit of government that utilizes resources from public and private sectors to bring diverse groups together to solve local resource problems. As stewards of the land, we strive to protect watersheds by conserving forests and reforesting open spaces. We encourage stewardship responsibilities of landowners, and are the prime local source of environmental education.

The Clare Conservation District operates off of grants awarded, county contracts, tree sales, and donations from the community. 

Your generous contributions will help to ensure the health and beauty of Clare County's natural resources both for today and for future generations to come. Every dollar invested in the District goes directly into implementation of hands on conservation projects which will build an environmental legacy we can be proud of. To promote our conservation efforts in the community, consider donating today. 



Volunteer Opportunities ​ Clare Conservation District offers several volunteer opportunities throughout the year, including our spring native tree & plant sales,  September Adopt‑A‑Highway cleanup, scheduled clean up & recyling days, and ongoing projects at the Habitat Education Property & Trails.

We also welcome community members interested in serving as Directors or Associate Directors. 
Our board meets at 6:30 PM on the third Tuesday of each month at the Pere Marquette District Library, Clare, MI.

To join our volunteer list or learn more, email [email protected] or call (989) 539‑6401 ext. 4.
District Information
Clare Conservation District 
225 W. Main Street (Clare Co Building)
  PO Box 356
​Harrison Michigan 48625

​Telephone: 989-539-6401

Habitat Education Property & Trails

5000 E. Gladwin Rd.
Harrison, MI 48625


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 ​OFFICE HOURS
Located in the Clare County Courthouse open Monday-Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm
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The Conservation District is a field office. Call to verify someone will be in the office.



​OFFICE STAFF
  Christiane Rathke
​District Administrator
Soil Erosion Sedimentation Control (SESC) Agent
[email protected]
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Mike Dittenber
​ District Forester
​[email protected]

Brandi Mitchell
MAEAP Technician
[email protected]

Cameron Lewis
​Program Support Specialist
[email protected]


Monthly Board Meeting 
**New Location**
Pere Marquette Public LIbrary, Clare, MI
3rd Tuesday of every month @ 6:30pm 
Any change to this schedule will be posted on this website



Board of Directors
Matt Jones-Chair
Darren Murray-Vice Chair

Benjamin Brown-Treasurer
Lacey Badelt-Secratary
Cole Schell-Director