UP Native Plants

06/01/2026

We will be there opening day!

🍞💐 The Farmers & Artisans Market in Downtown Iron Mountain returns THIS SATURDAY!

Join us as we kick off the season on Saturday, June 6, from 8 AM–12 PM (CST) at the corner of East A St. & Iron Mountain St., across from the Dickinson County Library. A special thank you to our 2026 Season Sponsor, IncredibleBank, for helping make another market season possible!

Shop directly from 40+ local farmers, makers, and discover fresh produce, baked goods, kids' toys, handmade art, jams, honey, syrups, and so much more. Whether you're stocking up on local ingredients or searching for the perfect unique gift, there’s something for everyone. And while you’re downtown, be sure to explore our amazing local shops and restaurants just steps away!

🎟️ BONUS: At the first few markets of the season, we’ll be handing out FREE admission tickets to downtown's newest festival— Summer Roll Out in Downtown Iron Mountain on Saturday, June 20!

Don’t miss your chance to grab one while they last!

We can’t wait to see familiar faces and welcome new visitors for another fantastic market season in Downtown Iron Mountain! For full details and a list of vendors, visit downtownironmountain.com/farmers-artisans-market

06/01/2026

Meet us with the Dickinson Conservation District on Saturday June 6!

05/30/2026

If you haven’t stopped by lately, check it out! Especially during our plant sale today from 11 to 1. 😉

05/30/2026

Full-time, non-exempt position For a full list of requirements and responsibilities, see attached PDF

05/30/2026

On our way to MooseWood Nature Center!

05/30/2026

We're Hiring! Do you want to help conserve natural resources in the Upper Peninsula? We are now hiring a Conservation Coordinator for full-time employment!

05/30/2026

Is your tackle box prepped, clean and ready to go?

As we round the corner to summer, take a few minutes to go through your tackle and make sure you’re ready for some fun summer fishing adventures.

🎣Clean out any broken or degraded lures

🎣Swap out your lead tackle for lead-free alternatives like tungsten and tin to help keep our waters clean!

🎣Replenish easy-to-lose items like sinkers and flies — and make sure you check what they’re made of! Did you know most nymphs are tied with lead wire?

Remember, a little maintenance now goes a long way! Your future self will thank you.

05/28/2026

You order plants from the link in this post, I’ll drive them to Gladstone, the Delta Conservation District will package your order, and then you can shop the pop-up sale when you pick up your plants! How fun is that?

Do you love Cone Flowers? 🌸 How about Asters? 💜 Bergamots are the best! 🌱 And those Black-eyed Susans are an absolute tradition! 🌻

The Delta Conservation District has all of these and more available in our Native Plant Sale!

By adding these beautiful plants to your yard, you aren't just building a gorgeous home garden—you're also supporting conservation education right here in our community! 🤝💚

How to order:

💻 Online: Visit us at deltacd.org

🏢 In Person: Stop into our Gladstone office at 2003 Minneapolis Ave

📞 By Phone: Call us at 906-553-7700 and we’ll be happy to help!

Order your favorites today and help our local pollinators thrive! 🐝🦋

05/27/2026

A strong reason to eliminate lead ammunition and tackle, as well as resources for how to do it while still successfully hunting and fishing. Safeguard our loons.

The most heartbreaking cases are the ones that could have been prevented.

The loon passed away last night 😢Rest easy sweet loon.

Thanks to Loon Rescue Incorporated for guiding Tom who reached out for help for the loon. They provide a great service to people all over the country advising how to rescue these birds and doing many rescues throughout Wisconsin as well.

May this be a wake up call that there are loons dying in the UP from lead poisoning. Let’s not let his life end without honoring him and making the switch to non-lead fishing and tackle, to prevent further loss for this threatened species.

Sporting Lead-Free has a great guide on how to make the switch here⬇️
https://www.sportingleadfree.org/how-to-switch-tackle

They also have great info for making the switch to non lead ammunition as well.

Please share so we can spread this educational message.

05/27/2026

Whoo-hoooo! Pre-orders are open for the Escanaba area plant sale! Support the Delta Conservation District and all their hard work helping people improve their soil, water, and habitat 💚🌱🌼

Supporting local ecosystems and community education at the same time is a fantastic initiative! Buying native plants is one of the best ways to support local biodiversity, and backing the Delta Conservation District makes the impact even greater.

For anyone looking to purchase, you can head directly to their official website:
👉 deltacd.org

Why Support the Delta Conservation District?

When you purchase your trees, shrubs, and native plants through their seasonal fundraisers, the proceeds go right back into the community to fund vital initiatives:

School Education: Bringing hands-on conservation, forestry, and wildlife education directly to local classrooms.

Community Events: Hosting educational workshops, land-management seminars, and environmental events for the public.

Local Conservation: Supporting programs like the Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP) to protect local soil and water resources and Forest Assistance Program (FAP) a state initiative to help private landowners manage their forest natural resources.

Here is what we are offering:
Native Wildflowers (Quarts): Beautiful, locally suited flowers to add vibrant color and support native pollinators.

Grasses and Sedges (Quarts): Perfect for establishing natural textures, erosion control, and healthy root systems in your landscape.

Mixed Flats & Kits: All-in-one planting combinations complete with an included planting guide to make designing your garden effortless.

Plug Flats: Ideal for larger restoration projects or filling out a native garden economically.

All of our plants are pesticide-free and grown locally to ensure they are resilient and perfectly suited for our local ecosystem.

Don't wait—secure your plants through our online store today and play a vital role in funding local conservation, school programs, and community workshops!