Plant a garden. Grow the future.
The Connected County Park initiative is a regional movement created by Ottawa County Parks to create healthier, more resilient landscapes by bridging the gap between people and nature. It empowers individuals to take simple, meaningful actions that restore ecosystems and strengthen biodiversity across private properties.
By offering practical tools, native plants, design guidance, hands-on training, and more, the program removes barriers and makes stewardship accessible to all.
- Mission: To inspire and empower individuals to take simple steps that heal local landscapes, connecting people and nature in a shared mission of restoration.
- Vision: A future where people and nature thrive together – clean air, clean water, and vibrant ecosystems sustained by communities for generations.
Get Involved:
Join us for a Program
Participate in a native landscaping basics workshop offered throughout the spring and summer.
Volunteer
Give back and help us keep Ottawa County’s parks beautiful! Find volunteer opportunities here.
Stay Connected
Sign up for our monthly e-newsletter to receive tips, resources, and more!
Partner Organizations
Thank you to the following organizations for supporting the Connected County Park initiative: Ottawa County Parks Foundation, Ottawa Conservation District, ODC Network, Careerline Tech Center Environmental Field Studies, Land Conservancy of West Michigan, River City Wild Ones, MSU Extension, Holland Board of Public Works, Restoration Earth, and Countryside Greenhouse.
