"Over the next few years, [Keweenaw residents] would partner with The Nature Conservancy to preserve one of the least-fragmented stretches of forest in the Midwest, a place that’s globally valuable for its role in climate resiliency and in keeping the world’s largest freshwater system pristine. They would get to protect everything they love about their home, while building a brighter future for a community that has seen more than its share of hardship." Read about the Keweenaw Peninsula, from geologic formation to future management, and our partnership with the local community to preserve the Keweenaw Heartlands in the new cover feature from Nature magazine: https://lnkd.in/gy8gF4sF
The Nature Conservancy in Michigan
Non-profit Organizations
Lansing, Michigan 1,112 followers
Conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends – globally, and in Michigan.
About us
For decades, TNC in Michigan has worked with the people of this Great Lakes state to protect the rivers, lakes and lands that are its natural heritage. We continue to pursue strategies that will help ensure the vitality of Michigan’s people, places and wildlife for generations to come.
- Website
-
https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/where-we-work/united-states/michigan/
External link for The Nature Conservancy in Michigan
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Lansing, Michigan
- Specialties
- Great Lakes and Conservation
Updates
-
Baby birds are abundant this time of year. If you find one outside of the nest, here are some tips to help you determine the best way to approach the situation. The actions you take (if any) will depend on the bird's age, condition and surroundings. Remember: When it comes to wildlife, the best course of action is usually to leave them be. But there are some situations where taking action can help. If you find an animal in need of advanced assistance, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources keeps a list of licensed wildlife rehabilitators on their website. Local rehabilitators are likely your best resource to help resolve a bird encounter.
Have you ever found a baby bird out of its nest and didn’t know what to do? We’ve got your back! First, check if the baby bird is visibly injured. If it is, contact a local, licensed wildlife rehabilitator right away. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources maintains an up-to-date list of rehabilitators on its website. If the bird seems okay, then you need to determine what stage of development it is in. If the baby is mostly naked or only has a few rough feathers, you've found a nestling (pictures 1 and 2). Nestlings need to be returned to their nest immediately. Once it’s back in the nest, mom and dad will continue caring for it. Having your scent on the baby will NOT cause them to abandon it. If you can't find or reach the nest, don't worry. Take a basket or small container and line it with soft material like straw or grass to create a comfortable makeshift nest. Attach this nest as high as possible to a tree near where you found the nestling and carefully place the baby in your nest. The parents are likely to continue caring for the baby in the new nest. However, keep a watchful eye for about an hour—if the parents don't return, it's time to call a wildlife rehabilitator. If the baby bird you’ve found has all its feathers and can’t fly (like picture 3), then it's a fledgling. It's supposed to be out of the nest, even if it's hopping or fluttering on the ground. Its parents are caring for it and teaching it to survive independently. Only interfere with a fledgling if it is in immediate danger, such as in the middle of a road or there is a predator nearby. In those cases, move it to a safer nearby location and leave it there. Photo 1 Description: Three newly hatched Carolina wren nestlings in a nest. Their eyes are closed and they have very little fuzz on their bodies. Photo by Weber/Getty Images Photo 2 Description: Two older Carolina wren hatchlings in a nest. Their eyes are open and they have a few spindly feathers sticking up. Photo by risbychich/Getty Images Photo 3 Description: A Carolina wren fledgling on a low branch. The bird has full feathers, but a short tail. Photo by Nataliya Zozulya/Getty Images
-
-
Nothing says Saturday morning like hiking a rare coastal ecosystem. Spend yours with us at Ross Coastal Plain Marsh Preserve this Saturday, May 11th 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM to enjoy a guided hike with a TNC naturalist. This hike will showcase our red pine plantation restoration, the rare coastal plain marsh ecosystem, successional backdune habitat, and some history of the preserve itself. Come learn about the ecosystem, our forest restoration work and future restoration plans. This hike is 3.75 miles and it covers moderate to difficult terrain, including some hilly and steep terrain. Prepare for possible wet and uneven ground by wearing waterproof boots with ankle support. Registration is required at nature.com/events . Read more about this event at https://nature.ly/3QBoeRd
-
-
Last week, chief scientist for The Nature Conservancy @Katharine Hayhoe visited Michigan to speak at the University of Michigan's Peter M. Wege Lecture Series. Her talk, now available to view online, focused on the importance of hope in climate conversations. If you weren't able to attend the event (or you want to be inspired by Katharine's words one more time), you can find the recording here: https://nature.ly/4aZT4uV
-
-
Happy Earth Day, Michigan! Today is a great reminder that we're all in this together—and that means we all have a part to play. “We each have opportunities everyday to make simple decisions to reduce our carbon footprint, from using reusable grocery bags and water bottles to composting and recycling,” says TNC in Michigan State Director Helen Taylor. “From extreme weather events to diminished ice cover on the Great Lakes, there’s no denying climate change is having an impact here in Michigan. We are all essential to the solution, and I hope Earth Day is an opportunity for us to reflect on how our personal choices today can help head off this crisis before it gets worse. Our actions today are vital to ensuring a sustainable future for next generations, so they can enjoy everything the Great Lakes state has to offer.” We're better equipped to help protect a place when we feel connected to it. TNC manages and maintains tens of thousands of acres of preserves and reserves throughout Michigan, from the tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula to a birder’s paradise, Erie Marsh Preserve, tucked away in the southeast corner of the state. Visit https://nature.ly/3w3f0Gn for ten ways to engage with the places we protect in Michigan: Take an audio tour, become a photo ambassador, contribute to community science, and more.
-
"Kiyi was one of those fish that used to be abundant in most of the Great Lakes. They likely moved in big schools, twitching to the right and left all in unison. They were the perfect meal for top predators, like lake trout. But like a lot of native fish, kiyi got hit too. For the last 50 years, they’ve only been found in Lake Superior. And a lot of people forgot about them. But not Matt." Matt Herbert is a Senior Conservation Scientist and fisheries expert for TNC in Michigan. Matt has been working with partners including Bay Mills Indian Community, Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians, Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) to determine if it's possible to restore lake kiyi to the Great Lakes—and restore the Great Lakes food chain along with it. Check out this recent Interlochen Public Radio 88.5 88.7 91.5 & 100.9 Fm story from Points North about the quest to bring back this small fish. https://nature.ly/3Q24K8k
The Quest for Kiyi
interlochenpublicradio.org
-
Curious about how you can make a difference for conservation right from your own backyard? The Nature Conservancy and Ohio State University Extension are bringing conservation home with an exciting webinar series that will run from April through September. Learn about ways you can take action and have a positive impact on nature from your own backyard including gardening for pollinators, growing your own food, identifying and removing invasive plants and composting. Join us for our first session—Homegrown Conservation: Gardening for Bees, Butterflies and Birds—on April 24th at 6pm ET. All webinars are free and open to the public. Registration required. See the full schedule of webinars and register at: https://nature.ly/3PZ8dV9.
-
-
Looking for guided experiences at one of our preserves? TNC is a proud sponsor of the 2024 Aldo Leopold festival, which celebrates the wonders of nature and the importance of conservation. Along with foraging workshops, wildflower tours, paddling excursions, and more, the festival is offering activities at three TNC preserves: 🌱 Tour the Maxton Plains Preserve: Wednesday, May 29, 8:40 AM - 1:00 PM 🐦 Birding at the John Arthur Woollam Preserve: Thursday, May 30, 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM 🌳 TNC guided hike at The Carl A. Gerstacker Preserve: Saturday, June 1, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Review the full schedule and register for events at https://nature.ly/3vJL5CW
Aldo Leopold Festival - Eventeny
eventeny.com
-
Ready to hear about climate solutions? Join Katharine Hayhoe, Chief Scientist for The Nature Conservancy, for a solutions-oriented talk about local and national-level climate actions in this latest installment of the Peter M. Wege Lecture Series. Dr. Hayhoe is best known for her work on understanding the impacts of climate change on people and the planet. Mark your calendars for Wednesday April 24, 2024 at 5:00 pm in Rackham Auditorium, 915 E. Washington St., Ann Arbor, MI 48109. This in-person event is free and open to the public. Reserve your tickets here: https://nature.ly/4cDdCuN
Katharine Hayhoe: New Climate Solutions and Galvanizing for Action 22nd Peter M. Wege Lecture on Sustainability | University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability
seas.umich.edu
-
We share some of our most important freshwater resources, like the Great Lakes, with our Midwest neighbors. Tune in to this free webinar from our colleagues at The Nature Conservancy in Illinois to hear from freshwater experts at TNC as they explore how our freshwater challenges are connected and what we're doing to address them.
Declining fisheries. Harmful algae blooms. Extreme flooding and droughts. These and other challenges are threatening our lakes, rivers and other freshwater systems, which we in Illinois depend on for drinking water, food, transportation, recreation and jobs. But with innovative science, governance solutions and collaboration, we can protect these vital freshwater ecosystems. Join us for a free virtual event on Tuesday, March 26 to hear from experts Scott Sowa and Nicole Silk about the on-the-ground and in-the-water solutions that The Nature Conservancy and our partners are pursuing to ensure the health of our freshwater systems. Register for the Solving Our Freshwater Challenges Webinar to learn how we're working to safeguard the fresh waters that connect us all: https://nature.ly/4a2KM5g
Webinar: Solving Our Freshwater Challenges
nature.org