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2021
KND Schools SEEDS Programs aim to ensure students feel supported
Manistee News Advocate, January 15, 2020
SEEDS students engage in nature art projects, gardening, cooking and other activites.
2020
Our Region's Biochar Movement Takes Root
The Ticker, December 7, 2020
The Grand Traverse Conservation District kicks off National Biochar Week with a virtual meeting of the minds.
SEEDS EcoCorps Improves more than 80 miles of North Country Trail
Manistee News Advocate, December 2, 2020
The SEEDS EcoCorps improved more than 80 miles of North Country Trail during the 2020 season. Crew members worked as far south of White Cloud and as far north as Lake Superior.
Downtown TC To Expand Farmers Market Into Winter
The Ticker, November 30, 2020
The Traverse City Downtown Development Authority is preparing to bring back the virtual Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market starting in January.
Partnership Spotlight: SEEDS
North Country Trail Association, November 22, 2020
SEEDS EcoCorps worked with the NCTA to improve Trail in both the Manistee National Forest and on private land.
Sugar Shack Brought Back to Forest Area School by Nonprofit SEEDS
9&10, November 13, 2020
The nonprofit SEEDS brought back a sweet part of Forest Area School's curriculum - maple sugaring.
Sugar Shack makes a Sweet Return at Forest Area Community Schools
The Kalkaska Review, November 5, 2020
Kids at Forest Area Community Schools will again be making maple syrup with the return of the new sugar shack, a project spearheaded by SEEDS Site Coordinator Joe Kreider
EcoCorps makes impact in Manistee National Forest
Manistee News Advocate, October 9, 2020
Natural areas in Manistee County are now more accessible than ever, thanks to SEEDS EcoCorps
Tiny Traverse City Farm Provides Food and Education for All
9&10 News, September 8, 2020
The Poesis Farm at the SEEDS Community Garden provides fresh food and an opportunity to gain farming skills.
For the Community, By the Community Podcast - SEEDS
9&10 News, September 4, 2020
9&10 News' Courtney Hunter interviews SEEDS Executive Director Sarna Salzman. Listen to the podcast here!
Learning with Doodle Stones
Learning to Give, September 2020
Marion Elementary SEEDS students rocked another project. Watch the video here!
SEEDS Students Learning about Water Testing
Learning to Give, August 2020
Marion Elementary SEEDS students learn about water testing from Ms. Erin Guesno. Watch the video here!
Kudos - Letter to the Editor
Northern Express, July 27, 2020
SEEDS manages superb paradign shift at farmers market during a very difficult time.
College Students Help Install Irrigation System in Community Garden
9&10 News, July 11, 2020
Northwestern Michigan College and Michigan State Univeristy students got hand-ons oppurtunities at the SEEDS Community Garden.
Marion SEEDS Program Offering Activity Boxes During the Pandemic
Cadillac News, July 8, 2020
SEEDS After School is working hard at keeping young minds engaged over the summer
Little Fleet, Loma Farm Owners Partner to Open Farm Club
The Ticker, July 4, 2020
SEEDS has partnered with Farm Club to build a boardwalk off the TART trail
Nonprofits Team Up to Build Parklets on Front Street
9&10 News, July 2, 2020
More updates are popping up on Front Street!
Father Fred Foundation partners with SEEDS for 'Seeds of Love Giving Garden'
9&10 News, July 1, 2020
The Father Fred Foundation has partnered with SEEDS to create a community garden to provide fresh produce to those in need. See the video here.
Virtual Veggies: Farmers Markets Opens, Offers Online Options
Traverse City Record Eagle, May 16, 2020
The Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market has moved virtual for ordering.
Virtual Famers Market Sees Overwhelming Results
The Ticker, May 6, 2020
The Traverse City Downtown Development Authority and Taste the Local Difference partnered with SEEDS to launch of the virtual Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market
School is Out for the Year - Now What?
Traverse City Record Eagle, April 16, 2020
Sarna Salzman the Excutive Director of SEEDS, explains how SEEDS is continuing to provide daily academic and cultural enrichment for it's 11 rural sites.
SEEDS Rebrands Youth Corps Program to EcoCorps
The Ticker, March 4, 2020
SEEDS Ecology & Education Centers announced it is rebranding its Youth Conservation Corps program to SEEDS EcoCorps, reflecting an expanded focus that welcomes participants of all ages into the career exploration program.
SEEDS Ecology and Education Centers Celebrate 20 Years
The Review, February 27, 2020
SEEDS Ecology & Education Centers unveils their 20-year report and announces the new name of the Youth Conservation Corps.
Reaching Its Capacity, Cherry Capital Airport Eyes Expansion
The Ticker, February 3, 2020
The first phase of the study about the future needs of the airport was an open house facilitated by SEEDS, when attendees were asked to weigh-in on everything from airport processes to recycling on-site to potential building materials.
Big Year Ahead at Historic Barns Park
The Ticker, January 4, 2020
The 56-acre Historic Barns Park at the Grand Traverse Commons consists of three nonprofit organizations: the Botanic Garden, the TC Community Garden, and SEEDS.