Become a member today and…

Get involved.

The Chapter encourages members to get involved with environmental issues in our West Michigan area. This includes monitoring the streams for insect life. Promoting the investigation of water pollution by both industries and agriculture operations. Youth Programs Promoting education about conservation, sustainability, and wildlife for school children through Strong Roots.

Get rental access.

We have a community building, or lodge, where we hold dinners and meetings. And can be rented by members for events such as family gatherings, a birthday or graduation party, or craft-night with friends. It has a fireplace, full kitchen, indoor restrooms as well as plenty of space.

Get outside.

As a member of our Michigan chapter you have access to almost 40 acres of nature’s wonders! Along the trails there’s Armstrong Creek, a pond, woods, and native wildflower garden. Two pavilions with campfire area, great for picnics and outdoor get-togethers, including an abundance of space for tent camping.

Get kids INVOLVED.

Our Youth Conservation Education Programs are geared toward children 5 to 12 years old. Our goal is to get the younger generation off the couch and outside. We want today’s youth to become interested in and learn about conservation issues, experience nature and all the wonder it has to offer.

Check out Strong Roots for more information

Popular Annual Events include:

WINTERFEST & SUMMERFEST, open to the public with many activities for kids!

We have Free Kids’ Fishing at our pond. Check calendar and facebook for dates.

Get Membership Benefits.

  • Gate key access to 40 acres of Wilderness to enjoy

  • Pavilions for Picnics

  • Nature Trails

  • Pond for Fishing & Canoeing

  • Lodge Rental with Full Kitchen and Restrooms

  • Special Seminars on Nature & Conservation

  • Monthly Potlucks & Dinners

  • Community of Fellow Conservationist

  • Dog Friendly

  • A Place to Belong

get a Membership!

Open to all Members, 8am to 8pm

(Or sunset, when earlier)


Find out more about Izaak Walton League of America on a national level, learn how you can use your membership throughout the United States of America!

note: Get your membership through your local chapter, you can use your Michigan one throughout the country. But start by signing up with us today!

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Since 1950, we have participated in nearly every major public lands victory.