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Milkweed to Market Project

Art Borups Corners Apr 2, 2026
A simple seed bomb—made from soil, clay, and milkweed seeds—held in hand, representing a small but meaningful way communities in Melgund Township are coming together through the Milkweed to Market project to restore pollinator habitat, support the Monarch butterfly, and connect art, ecology, and local action from planting to paper-making.

How to Make Seed Bombs

Art Borups Corners Apr 2, 2026
This article explores the importance and overlooked beauty of milkweed, highlighting its essential role in supporting the Monarch butterfly and broader pollinator ecosystems. It connects this ecological value to the community-led Milkweed to Market project in Melgund Township, where residents participate in planting, seed bomb making, and habitat restoration through arts and recreation programming. The piece also reflects on how these small, local actions contribute to a deeper understanding of the land, including informal baseline observations tied to the nearby Deep Geological Repository impact assessment, while extending into creative practices like papermaking and youth entrepreneurship.

Milkweed Matters

Art Borups Corners Apr 1, 2026
Ribbons of green and purple aurora stretched across a star-filled night sky.

Understanding Draft Tailored Impact Statement Guidelines

Art Borups Corners Mar 30, 2026