Lady Lavender

04/25/2026

Are you and your mom ready for an adventure? Join us as we explore the For-Mar trails during a fun and exciting nature treasure hunt!

All ages, all abilities.
Cost: $5 per person

Pre-registration by 5/8/26
Register here: https://geneseecountyparks.org/calendar/ #/events/wjTFpYcaAl/instances/uhYEvyL7ef/

04/24/2026

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Next Friday!

Did you know each full moon has a name? This month is the Flower Full Moon. Join a naturalist for a full moon hike and see firsthand how beautiful and peaceful the park is after dark.

Hike Info: This hike is at least one mile long with some stops along the way. The trail has some small hills and exposed roots.

For all ages.
Cost: $5 per person

Pre-registration required by 4/30/26
Register here: https://geneseecountyparks.org/calendar/ #/events/OV8xOB1aC7/instances/DUF7oGXIKL/

04/21/2026

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Perfect for wedding showers, weddings or afternoon teas. Lavender Mimosas-yes please!

Lavender Mimosa Recipe: A Floral Twist on a Brunch Classic

MAR 10, 2025 BY SHANELLE FISHER

Ingredients You’ll Need
To make this lavender mimosa, you’ll need:
* 1 bottle of champagne or prosecco(chilled)
* Lavender simple syrup (see below)
* Fresh lavender sprigs (optional, for garnish)

How to Make a Lavender Mimosa
1. Prep Your Glasses: Chill your champagne flutes in the freezer for 10-15 minutes for an extra-refreshing mimosa.
2. Add Lavender Syrup: Pour 1-2 tablespoons of lavender simple syrup into the bottom of each flute. Adjust the amount to your preferred sweetness.
3. Top with Champagne: Slowly pour champagne or prosecco into the flute until it’s about ¾ full.
4. Garnish: Add a fresh lavender sprig for a beautiful finishing touch.
5. Serve Immediately: Enjoy your lavender mimosa while it’s bubbly and fresh!

Tips for the Best Lavender Mimosa
* Use High-Quality Ingredients: a good bottle of champagne or prosecco make all the difference.
* Don’t Overdo the Syrup: Start with a small amount of lavender simple syrup and adjust to taste. A little goes a long way!
* Experiment with Variations: Add citrus like orange juice, lemon juice or grapefruit juice. Try adding a splash of elderflower liqueur for a fun twist.

Lavender Simple Syrup

Ingredients
* 1 cup water
* ½ cup honey
* 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender
* Optional: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or lemon zest for extra flavor
* Optional: 3-5 blueberries or blackberries (if you want your lavender syrup to have a more vibrant purple color this is a natural hack).

Instructions
1. In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
2. Add the dried lavender and simmer for 2-3 minutes to let the flavor infuse.
3. Remove from heat and stir in the honey until fully dissolved.
4. Add the blueberries or blackberries and let them sit of 5 minutes for the color before removing
5. Allow the mixture to steep for 20-30 minutes to intensify the lavender flavor.
6. Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve to remove lavender buds.
8. Allow syrup to cool completely before storing your syrup in a glass jar or bottle (these jars work perfectly) in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

04/20/2026

I was in Paw Paw Mi on Saturday and the first thing I thought was, I need to plant some paw paw trees

If you want to attract Zebra Swallowtail butterflies to your yard, the key is planting their host plant: the Pawpaw tree (I have 2).

This is the only plant their caterpillars can eat, so without it, they won’t stick around. You’ll need at least 2 pawpaw trees to produce fruit, since they require cross-pollination.

Only plant pawpaws if they are native to your region—they are native to much of the eastern U.S. Once established, add native nectar plants like coneflower and milkweed, and avoid pesticides to keep the habitat healthy.

A dream of mine is to raise zebra swallowtails one day, but I’ve never had any in my yard yet. I remember seeing them as a child but sadly not anymore. Has anyone had any luck seeing them?

04/19/2026

04/19/2026

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