Stewardship
To preserve and enhance the region’s native biodiversity and ecological health through active community engagement, and collaborative, science-driven management practices among partner agencies.
Invasive Species Management Plan
Developed by members of the Oak Openings Cooperative Weed Management Area (CWMA) and the Stewardship Committee. This plan contains 6 appendices intended to help land managers effectively and efficiently combat invasive plants in the Oak Openings.
The Invasive Species Management Plan includes:
- Oak Openings Plant Assessment Protocol
- Oak Openings Threat Matrix
- Ecological Niche Model
- Train-The-Trainer Modules
- Best Management Practices
- Oak Openings Rapid Assessment Method (OORAM)
Volunteer Workdays
GRI Partners and the Stewardship committee regularly host volunteer opportunities across the Oak Openings region. From brush-cutting, to seed collection, to plucking flower heads, there’s something for every budding steward or long-time volunteer.
Stay updated on upcoming Volunteer Workdays by subscribing to the GRI e-newsletter mailing list, by following Oak Openings on Instagram & Facebook.
Looking for help with your own private Oak Openings property? Check out our Landowner Working Group! Likeminded landowners in the area exchange volunteer time for help restoring their Oak Openings properties – we organize the workday, put out a call for volunteers, and bring along tools!
Our Mission Statement:
The Green Ribbon Initiative is a shared vision of public and private organizations, landowners, and individuals working to preserve enhance and restore critical natural areas in the Oak Openings region of Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan.