Ecological Services for Hire
The Ecological Services team at the Kalamazoo Nature Center has been working with private and public landowners for over 20 years to improve habitats in SW Michigan. Our team of licensed pesticide applicators uses best management practices based on species and ecology to make a positive impact without endangering the health of surrounding beneficial plants and wildlife.
Stephanie Diep
she/her/hers
Conservation Analyst
(269) 978-6872
ecoservices@naturecenter.org
If you want to increase wildlife and native plant diversity and protect the health of your property, our Ecological Services team can help you find sustainable solutions for all of your land management needs.
All services require a consultation (starting at $200) to assess the site with the landowner and discuss the project. Ready to get started? Fill out the Project Request Form.
By choosing KNC’s Ecological Services, you support the broader conservation work of the Kalamazoo Nature Center.Proceeds from our client services ensure the sustainability of KNC’s longstanding bird observatory, programs that engage the community in wildlife research, and the stewardship of over 1,500 acres of natural areas entrusted to KNC’s care.
To further support stewardship efforts on KNC properties, consider donating or volunteering with our Land Management program. Learn more here >
All services require a consultation to assess the site with the landowner and discuss the project. From there, we will create a customized plan to your budget and priorities.
Getting Started
Site Consultation
$200 + travel fee ($100 discount for returning clients)
A scheduled time for one of our managers to walk your property with you and make recommendations for managing your property’s habitat. If it is work we can do within your budget, we will provide an estimate for our services or provide recommendations and resources.
Invasive Species Reports and Native Planting Plans
Starting at $500
After a consultation, our staff can write up recommended species for a native planting and/or provide a detailed write-up of invasive species and treatment methods to get you started doing the restoration work yourself.
Long-Term Projects
Invasive Species Management and Habitat Restoration
Starting at $500
After a consultation, our staff can write up recommended species for a native planting and/or provide a detailed write-up of invasive species and treatment methods to get you started doing the restoration work yourself.
Native Plant Restoration
Starting at $4k
Native plants provide habitat for pollinators, support a diversity of wildlife, mitigate erosion and flooding, and provide beauty. Whether you are looking for a natural shoreline, a small pollinator garden, or converting your lawn to prairie grass we can provide recommended plants, prep the site with herbicide or make recommendations for DIY prep without herbicide, and install seed or live plugs to give your property a touch of wild.
Note: We do not provide landscaping, turf installation, or hard infrastructure services such as coir log shoreline stabilization, fencing, rock work, terracing, etc.
LINK TO MAINTENANCE FLYER PDF
Biological Inventories (Invasive/Native Plants, Birds, Butterflies)
Starting at $500 per survey
Monitoring birds, butterflies, and plants over several years can reveal the health of an ecosystem and effectiveness of ecological enhancement activities. KNC biologists and contracted employees provide services such as avian surveys, butterfly surveys, and floristic surveys. Depending on the depth of data you desire, we will customize a survey methodology for your project area, conduct one or more field surveys, and write up the results with basic analysis of biodiversity and/or abundance of species.
Explore the following resources to learn more about land management on yoru property.
