Posts Tagged ‘Conservation’
Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Awareness Week
This week, we celebrate one of the most important holidays in the history of our country. Fireworks will fill the skies, drinks will be ice cold, and backyard grills will be fired up as people celebrate the red, white, and blue. However, this week also marks an important week for invasive species. June 30 –…
Read MoreHabitat Tip: Don’t Move Firewood
Now that it’s officially summertime and warmer weather is upon us, camping season in Michigan is in full swing! Camping is a very popular pastime for all Michiganders, and for good reason. From the thick forests and tall waterfalls of the Upper Peninsula to the setting sun on Lake Michigan after a long day on…
Read MoreOTG Volunteers Needed: Annual Manistee River Cleanup
With the hot weather we’ve been having lately, summer is the perfect time to get in the water and participate in our Annual Manistee River Cleanup! On Saturday, July 13, 2024, from 9 AM – 12 PM, MUCC’s On the Ground program will be partnering with Steelhead Manifesto for their annual cleanup of the Manistee…
Read MoreOn the Ground: Volunteers Plant Trees for Wildlife at the Newberry Forest Management Unit
On Saturday, June 8, 2024, MUCC’s On the Ground program partnered with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to host 16 volunteers for a tree-planting event at the Newberry Forest Management Unit in Luce County. This area is home to the Silver Creek Birding Trail, a popular destination for birders. The trail features diverse…
Read MoreOn the Ground: Volunteers Improve Elk Habitat at the Atlanta Forest Management Unit
On Saturday, June 1, 2024, MUCC’s On the Ground program joined the Michigan Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in hosting a tree-planting event at the Atlanta Forest Management Unit. This area is actively managed by the DNR through the use of tree plantings, harvesting trees, prescribed burns, and…
Read MoreOn the Ground Jr. – Students Plant Native Trees Funded By Southeast Michigan Land Conservancy
OTG Jr. – Norup International Schools at Wetzel State Recreation Area On May 20 and 21, a total of 125 sixth grade students and faculty from Norup International Schools participated in MUCC’s On the Ground Junior (OTG Jr.) program in an effort to improve wildlife habitat and learn about Michigan’s natural resources at Wetzel State…
Read MoreCast for Conservation with the Midwest Walleye Challenge
Calling all anglers! Support fisheries research, reel in exciting prizes, and explore the beauty of Midwest waters by diving into the Midwest Walleye Challenge! Last week, in a press release, the Michigan DNR highlighted the Midwest Walleye Challenge. The DNR is partnering with Angler’s Atlas to host this walleye fishing challenge. It occurs through June…
Read MoreOTG Volunteers Needed: Mast-Producing Tree Planting in the Newberry Forest Management Unit
MUCC’s On the Ground program is traveling to the U.P. soon, and we need your help to improve wildlife habitat! We will be at the Newberry Forest Management Unit in Luce County on Saturday, June 8, 2024, from 10 AM – 2 PM planting mast-producing trees. You are not required to stay for the entire…
Read MoreMeet MUCC’s Newest Policy Intern, Madison Haddock
Hey everyone! I’m Madison Haddock, the new Policy Intern for the summer of 2024. I’m passionate about conservation and also enjoy hiking, birdwatching, fishing, camping with friends and family, and creating wildlife illustrations. My primary goal is to explore a variety of regions, observe new wildlife, and embrace different ways to partake in conservation.…
Read MoreOn the Ground Jr: Middle school students from Mesick Consolidated Schools improve wildlife habitat within the Little Betsie GEMS
On Thursday, May 2, 2024, 41 5th-grade students and 2 faculty from Mesick Consolidated Schools came out to the Little Betsie Grouse Enhanced Management Site (GEMS) in Benzie County as part of MUCC’s On the Ground Junior (OTG Jr.) program. OTG Jr. is a fully funded field trip program for grade school classrooms that works…
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