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The Nature Conservancy in Michigan works to protect and preserve the Great Lakes State for future generations, and our conservation work is grounded in strong science. Meet some of the experts who help us protect nature and preserve life.
The new chair of Michigan’s board of trustees does more than give lip service to conservation. From leading top executives in understanding the connection between our economy and ecology to hiking 460 miles across the UP in 2006, Tom Cook talks the talk and walks the walk.
Great Lakes climate change ecologist Dr. Kim Hall is focused on preserving biodiversity in the face of uncertainty.
Director of Coastal Conservation Rachel Franks Taylor shares her vision for protecting the health of coastal systems in the Great Lakes.
Dr. Patrick Doran, Director of Science for Michigan & the Great Lakes © Melissa Soule/The Nature Conservancy
Dr. Patrick Doran talks about the personal and professional challenges behind leading a dynamic team in Michigan and the Great Lakes.
Dr. Pete McIntyre and his team study the journey of several sucker species in Great Lakes waters. Dr. Pete McIntyre
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Lucia K. Tower Preserve at Portage Point Dunes. Wind action off Lake Michigan has created a 7 to 8 acre gouge in the preserve's frontal sand dune. © Chris May