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THE JOURNEY (Mary’s Blog)

BOOKS

PUBLIC SPEAKING

VIDEOS

CONTACT

ABOUT

MEDIA

A BENCH AND A TREE

Public Speaking

Inspiring Action and Connection

Mary McKSchmidt captivates audiences with heartfelt stories and thought-provoking insights inspired by her journey as an author, environmental advocate, and caregiver. Her public speaking events blend powerful storytelling with stunning photography, inviting audiences to reflect on their connection to nature, the Great Lakes, and each other. Whether discussing themes from her books or sharing lessons learned along the way, Mary’s presentations spark meaningful conversations and inspire action.

A Bench, a Tree and a Flower: Making Nature More Accessible to Seniors

  • May 13, 2024 South Haven Garden Club, South Haven MI
  • March 19, 2024 Freedom Village, Holland MI
  • November 28, 2023 Hope Academy of Senior Professionals Holland MI
  • November 9, 2023 Thornapple Garden Club, Hastings MI
  • October 27, 2023 Saugatuck Womans Club, Saugatuck MI
  • October 18, 2023 Three Rivers Club of Little Gardens, Three Rivers MI
  • September 14, 2023 Carnegie Garden Club, Paw Paw, MI
  • May 4, 2023 Village of Appledorn Retirement Community, Holland MI
  • March 17, 2023 Wedel’s Annual Spring Expo, Kalamazoo MI
  • October 12, 2022 Petal Pushers Garden Club, Kalamazoo MI

A Lake Michigan Love Song and other talks on cleaning up and protecting Michigan’s water

  • April 24, 2024 Portage Progressive Church Collective and Hope for Creation
  • October 10, 2019 Holland Area Senior Professionals, Holland MI
  • April 13, 2019 Lake Michigan Catalina Association, Spring Lake MI
  • November 13, 2018 Hope College Freshman Science, Holland MI
  • October 1, 2011 Muskegon Nature Association, Muskegon, MI
  • August, 2007 PEO, Holland MI
  • April, 2007 Hope Church, Holland MI
  • March, 2007 Sierra Club, Holland MI
  • January, 2007 St. Frances Catholic Church, Holland MI

Spirituality of Water Retreat

  • February 21-23, 2020       First Presbyterian Church of Holland, MI

Tiny Treasures: Discovering Michigan’s Wildflowers

  • April, 2012 American Association of University Women, Holland MI
  • October, 2011 Muskegon Nature Center, Muskegon, MI
  • October, 2011 Wild Ones, Grand Rapids, MI
  • October, 2011 United Methodist Church of the Dunes, Grand Haven MI
  • August, 2011 Counterpart Women’s Organization, Spring Lake MI
  • July, 2011 Oak Crest Communities, Holland MI
  • May, 2011 Saugatuck Women’s Club, Saugatuck MI
  • May, 2011 Gillette Nature Center, Muskegon MI

Invite Mary to Speak or Host a Signing

Bring Mary’s inspiring message to your next event! Contact her today to schedule a speaking engagement or book signing in your community.