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Project GreenER

Project GreenER is an adult educational program that fosters understanding and builds agency for watershed care. With Plaster Creek as a backdrop, participants learn the knowledge and practical skills to implement creek- and climate-friendly projects within their communities.Ìý

Project GreenER learners tour the Plaster Creek Watershed

Participate in the watershed community

Tour the Plaster Creek Watershed from its headwaters in Dutton all the way north to where Plaster Creek flows into the Grand River in Southeast Grand Rapids. Meet the unique communities that call this watershed home and learn how nature-based solutions can bring about environmental justice.

Project GreenER Team works in the greenhouse

Learn nature-based solutions using native plants

Native Plants are one of the keys to Plaster Creek Stewards’ restoration efforts. Because they have lived in Michigan for hundreds of years, these plants provide important habitat as well as help to keep our water clean. Participants will receive hands-on training in identifying native plants, identifying their benefits, and designing vibrant native landscapes.

Project GreenER member plants a rain garden

Create your own project

Those who complete Project GreenER will have the opportunity to design and implement their own restoration project. This may be anything from planting a rain garden to hosting an education event to planning a letter writing campaign. Participants will receive personal assistance from our staff and partners as well as up to $500 in funds for their project.

Project GreenER certification badge

Get certified

Â鶹Çø offers an Ecological Restoration badge for those who complete Project GreenER. This badge recognizes your continuing education and skills learned, and it may be helpful when applying for ecological restoration positions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Project GreenER meets weekly for eight evening sessions from February to April.Ìý

This program is currently FREE for all participants.
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This program is for adults with any knowledge or experience level.
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If transportation assistance is required, please communicate with leadership to receive bus passes for transportation to and from sessions.

Plaster Creek Stewards is dedicated to making Project GreenER accessible and relevant of all who participate. Connect with us at PlasterCreekStewards@calvin.edu with any questions or concerns.

Apply Today

Apply today to be considered for our next Project GreenER cohort. Preference will be given to those who live, work, and/or worship in the Plaster Creek Watershed.

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