Make a Difference in Michigan
For nearly 40 years, The Nature Conservancy has worked with the people of the Great Lakes state to protect nearly 380,000 acres of land, hundreds of inland lakes, and miles of rivers. Yet much more needs to be done to solve the complex challenges facing our natural world today. We can't do it without you.
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Program Overview
Fighting For Our Fisheries
Great Lakes native fisheries are the foundation of a $4 billion industry, as well as a living indicator of ecosystem health.
Project Overview
Managing Stormwater in Detroit
After years of economic tough times, Detroit is seeing an exciting revitalization. A critical part of the city's comeback surrounds stormwater management. The Nature Conservancy is lending its expertise to help bring green stormwater infrastructure to Detroit to reduce flooding, ease drainage charge fees and create green spaces that offer habitat to wildlife and people places to recreate.
Program Overview
Creating Resilient Forests
The northern forests of Michigan are part of a wide swath of forested habitat spanning from Ontario in the east to Minnesota in the west. These forests offer critical habitat for a variety of plants and animals, provide clean air, absorb carbon, filter water and provide year-round recreation and tourism opportunities.
Interview
The Beauty In Conservation
Michigan Restoration Director Chris May discusses the beauty and science behind conservation in the Great Lakes State.
Event
Fall Colors and Sunset Hike
Join us for an evening hike through Portage Point Woods Preserve followed by a sunset viewing from the nearby Lucia K. Tower Preserve!
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Places We Protect
Find a Preserve Near You
The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends and for more than 60 years, we’ve been working in Michigan to do just that.
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Report
2017 Michigan Conservation Results
A comprehensive look at the Michigan Chapter's conservation results and progress from 2017
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