Natural Resources Manager - Mike Losey
Phone: 248-846-6508
Email: mlosey@springfield-twp.us
Some 10,000 years ago, as glaciers receded from a place we now call Springfield Township, a unique landscape began to emerge, one which would evolve into an intricate ecosystem from which rivers would trace their source and

Long appreciated by natural resource scientists for its complicated topography, this narrow landscape band running across Springfield Township and northern Oakland County is dramatically different from the topography that characterizes areas to its north or south and is unmatched in both its diversity and beauty. It is the beauty and diversity of these remnant landscapes from so long ago that today draw people to Springfield Township and add so much value to the community’s quality of life. Detailed information is shown on the Native Landscape of Springfield Township Map.

Springfield Township's unique ecosystems provide habitat to a wide variety of wildlife, including several extremely rare species - many of whose populations are in serious decline. One of those is the Poweshiek Skipperling, a small butterfly that depends on high quality prairie habitats like our fen for its survival. Learn more here!

Upcoming Events & Notices
- 2019 Burn Unit Locations Map
- Clinton River Watershed Council - Events
- Huron River Watershed Council - Events
- North Oakland Headwaters Land Conservancy - Events
- Six Rivers Regional Land Conservancy - Events
MDEQ Pollution Emergency Alert System: (800) 292-4706
Oakland County Water & Sewer 24-Hour Emergency Line: (248) 624-6366
- Guide to Cutting and Spading Phragmites
- Healthy Lawn Care Tips
- Click here to see if you located in a flood plain or call FEMA at (800) 358-9616
- Read about the environmental benefits of trees. Included are great tips on tree planting and maintenance guidelines
- Rain Garden Resources
- Rain Barrel Resources
- Michigan Water Stewardship Program
- PREVENT THE SPREAD OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
- Springfield Township Native Vegetation Project
- Great Lakes information