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Protecting the Great Lakes State
We Are All Connected
We are people whose hearts have been captivated by our state’s lands and waters, and our history has been shaped and dominated by them. Our proud history of Michiganders has spanned generations. We belong to a state that provides breathtaking beauty, working lands that sustain us, and a rich culture defined by our relationship with the land and water.
Together, we are responsible for the future of Michigan and the Great Lakes. Understanding the deep interconnection between the natural world, our economy, our culture and our future in Michigan will help us leave a legacy for our children and their grandchildren. Stay connected with The Nature Conservancy’s work in Michigan by signing up for Great Places, our free e-newsletter.
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Restoring America's Heartland Takes Heart
Discover who’s helping in Michigan.
From restoring Erie Marsh's coastal wetlands to Grand River's native prairie fens, read more about what we’re doing right now in Michigan and the Great Lakes.
Meet Michigan Forester Jon Fosgitt who works in our Two Hearted River Reserve.
Two Hearted River Forest Reserve
See a plan in action to selectively harvest sugar maple trees, making room for birches, spruces, pines and hemlocks.
Discover how prescribed fire helps to restore native landscapes, ensuring the long-term survival of countless plant, animal and insect species.
See how the Conservancy helped safeguard a critical stretch of shoreline where the Kalamazoo River meets Lake Michigan.
What’s incredible beyond any measure?
Our Great Lakes, of course! Watch a new video telling the story of The Nature Conservancy’s Great Lakes Project.
Young adults from the Detroit area hosted a tea party to raise money and awareness for The Nature Conservancy.
Watch a new video about our exhibit at the Point Betsie Lighthouse Museum
Michigan’s Top Five Must-See Migrations
A change in season often means that it’s time for some animals to move. From fish to fowl, find out which Michigan species come and go — and where and when. Meet the Migrators
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Ways of Giving
You can help us make a difference in Michigan.
Volunteer
Share your love of the outdoors with others and volunteer for The Nature Conservancy in Michigan!
On September 17, join us in Marquette to rid beaches of cigarette butts and other trash.
On October 1, join our Canoe to Cleanup on the Two-Hearted River.
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We need to act now, before it's too late. Watch the Video, Take Action
We're addressing Latin America's most pressing conservation issues. Read the Story
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