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INVASIVE SPECIES | FEDERAL GRANT AWARDED FOR DETROIT RIVER INVASIVE SPECIES REMOVAL
By Mikaylah Heffernan, MUCC Resource Policy Assistant U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters announced recently that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is awarding $4.8 million to restore habitats along the Detroit River, part of the Friends of the Detroit River Stony Island Habitat Restoration Project. The award will go to Friends of the…
Read MoreMUCC AND THE METRO-WEST STEELHEADERS CLEAN UP THE MANISTEE RIVER
Last weekend, volunteers with MUCC, the Metro West Steelheaders and Steelhead Manifesto spent a day cleaning up the Manistee River. This was the second annual river cleanup hosted there at the High Bridge Boat Launch access site. Volunteers expected to remove less trash and debris from the river and its banks than last year, which…
Read MoreIn the Field: Working with Neighbors to Prevent Trespassing
by Anna Mitterling, Wildlife Cooperative Coordinator, MUCC Dealing with trespassing on Private Property can be a major issue of concern and frustration. Below is an expert from an article written by Anna Mitterling and Brad Nicoll that will be published in the Fall 2016 edition of the Michigan Out-of-Doors Magazine. Enjoy. To read the full…
Read MoreOPPORTUNITIES TO VOLUNTEER FOR WILDLIFE WITH MUCC THIS SUMMER
As summertime is in full swing here in Michigan, keep these wildlife habitat improvement events in mind this summer as a way to give back to the public lands we all enjoy with our families and friends. I can’t help but notice the boats, bikes, and RV’s taking over the highways as I travel to…
Read MoreDEQ, DNR, MDARD HOSTING BOAT LAUNCH EVENTS FOR AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES AWARENESS WEEK
DEQ Press Release: Gov. Rick Snyder has proclaimed July 3-9 as Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week in Michigan, and state departments are observing the week with outreach events at more than 50 boat launches statewide. AIS are non-native aquatic plants and animals that disrupt the natural ecosystem, tourism and the economy. (MUCC Photo: European FrogBit takes over a…
Read MoreREP. JOHN KIVELA NAMED LEGISLATIVE CONSERVATIONIST OF THE YEAR
This is the first in a series of posts over the summer which will profile the Conservation Award winners honored by Michigan United Conservation Clubs at our Annual Convention in June. Lansing – Representative John Kivela (D-Marquette) was honored by Michigan United Conservation Clubs as the Legislative Conservationist of the Year at its Conservation Awards…
Read MoreMICHIGAN'S WATER STRATEGY
by Mikaylah Heffernan, MUCC Resource Policy Assistant A few weeks ago, on the shores of Lake St. Clair, Michigan Governor Rick Snyder unveiled the first step of Michigan’s Water Strategy, a 30-year-plan to inspire stewardship, and to protect, manage and enhance the state’s numerous waterways. Michigan has a long heritage and history of dedication to…
Read MoreMUCC VOLUNTEERS AND STAFF IMPROVE HABITAT BEFORE ANNUAL CONVENTION
This past weekend, 21 volunteers got together at the Haymarsh Lake State Game Area in Mecosta County to improve habitat, kicking off MUCC’s Annual Convention held in Big Rapids. Volunteers were joined by MUCC Staff including Executive Director Dan Eichinger, Deputy Director Amy Trotter, Chief Information Officer Drew YoungeDyke, and Digital Media Coordinator Logan Schultz…
Read MoreIn the Field: Is there a Perfect Cooperative?
by Anna Mitterling, Wildlife Cooperative Coordinator, MUCC Starting a wildlife cooperative is a lot of work. As I’ve talked about before, getting a couple neighbors to assist you in planning, strategizing, networking, and connecting with fellow landowners and hunters will make the job a lot easier, more rewarding and fun! However, regardless of how much…
Read More2016 ANNUAL CONVENTION RECAP
Michigan United Conservation Clubs had its most important event of the year this past weekend in Big Rapids: our Annual Convention, where delegates representing our 50,000-plus members and 250-plus affiliated local sportsmen’s clubs vote on what hunting, fishing, trapping and conservation policies we will pursue, honor dedicated conservationists, elect officers and even improve local wildlife…
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