Ann Arbor Trout Unlimited (AATU) will be hosting a conservation fundraiser April 9 at the Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales & Kitchen (2319 Bishop Circle, Dexter, MI) from 5:30-9pm. Trout Unlimited’s mission is to Conserve, Protect and Restore Michigan’s cold-water fisheries and their watersheds, as well as Huron River and its main tributary, Mill Creek. Guided ...
Legacy Land Conservancy is pleased to announce that the project, Southeast Michigan Conservation Coalition (SMCC): Increasing Permanent Land Protection and Equity of Access to Conservation Tools, has been selected for a $24.6M Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) award made possible by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) investment to advance conservation and climate-smart agriculture across ...
Presentation on tile monitoring and cover crops for enhancing nutrient and weed management Community News On Sept. 13, 2024, from 8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M., the Washtenaw County Conservation District (WCCD) will host a field day focused on reducing nutrient loss from field tiles and using cover crops to improve soil health, suppress weeds, and ...
Photo: A moose calf during a previous season at Isle Royale National Park. Photo: Sarah Hoy The latest report on the Isle Royale wolf and moose populations reveals a story of delicate balance and shifting dynamics, highlighting the critical interplay between these two species on the remote island. The 2023-2024 ecological study, conducted by researchers ...
STN Staff On Saturday, August 17, a group of determined protestors gathered at the Ann Arbor Municipal Airport to voice their opposition to the controversial runway expansion project. The demonstrators, consisting of residents and environmental advocates, rallied against the planned extension, citing concerns over increased noise, safety risks, and potential ecological damage. Holding signs and ...
Jansen Farms. Photo: Legacy Land Conservancy. Community News A 200-acre working family farm straddling Washtenaw and Lenawee counties and boasting scenic views along the US-12 Heritage Trail is now permanently protected by Legacy Land Conservancy. Thanks to the commitment of landowner Ron Jansen, Jansen Farms is conserved through a conservation easement, which offers permanent protection ...
Community News The Western Washtenaw Recycling Authority recently posted this instructional plea to sharpen up our recycling efforts. “Wishcycling” is when you recycle something when you are unsure if it can be recycled. Many participate in wishcycling because they believe it is better to attempt to recycle an item than just throw it in the ...
Community News While the early blooms of Spring remind us to plant in the cool moist soils, Fall is a great opportunity to grow your native plant project. The soil and temperatures of September and October provide conditions for better root establishment ahead of the springtime weeds. Get a jump on your spring gardens by ...
Community News Photo: Ruby-throated hummingbirds (Archilochus colubris) feeding in Saline, summer 2024. Image credits: Jill Estrada and Aaron Liepman. The Saline Hummingbird Welcoming Crew (SHWC) is a local group that aims to encourage hummingbirds to visit and spend summers in Saline by setting up feeding stations around town. This summer, SHWC has set up two ...
In a move to boost local fishing opportunities, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) stocked thousands of fish in the Dexter area. In May, 4,150 brown trout were introduced into Mill Creek at Shields Road near Dexter. Following this, in June, the DNR stocked Big Portage Lake with 39,497 walleyes. These efforts are part ...
MDNR is trying to find out The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently announced the findings of its 2024 winter wolf population survey, which estimated a minimum of 762 wolves roaming the Upper Peninsula. This marks a significant increase from the 2022 estimate, further solidifying the region’s status as a stronghold for gray wolves. ...
How the North Lake Protection Association has been combating invasive species and maintaining water quality for decades Photo: NLPA member, Charlie Taylor, with data collecting gear at North Lake. Photo by Melissa Marcum By Melissa Marcum A group of North Lake residents have been working together for years to keep their lake beautiful and eliminate ...
Michigan’s expanding forest products industry contributes more than $26 billion to the state’s economy Photo: Timber is loaded onto a trailer for transport. Michigan’s forest products industry is expanding, thanks to new investment from global companies such as Arauco, which opened a Grayling plant in 2019. Photo: State of Michigan Michigan’s forest products industry has hit ...
The vast forests and snowy landscapes of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula have long been home to a thriving population of gray wolves. However, accurately tracking the numbers of these elusive predators has proven to be a challenging task for wildlife researchers – until now. Thanks to the power of artificial intelligence (AI), a new approach is ...
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