With sparkling rivers, thousands of lakes, and acres of forests, it’s easy to picture the Great Northwoods on a page right out of an illustrated children’s fairy tale. For both … Read more
Portia Bharath’s Archive
Growing Our Regional Team by Two
It’s been a very dynamic year for our region and our team is growing! We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to two fantastic individuals—Emily Martin and Kody Osborne—who … Read more
Engaging Communities on Climate Change
For many of us, thinking about climate change, sea level rise, and what lies ahead can be overwhelming. Oftentimes, people don’t take action because they’re not sure where to start … Read more
Great Lakes States Show Leadership in Development of PFAS Policies
With over 3,000 PFAS-contaminated sites in the U.S., these forever chemicals are a nationwide problem. But if you looked at a map of the known contamination across the country, the … Read more
Seasons are changing for Michigan’s fish and wildlife
Warming stream temperatures are becoming lethal for trout. Tick “hot areas” are expanding at an unprecedented rate, increasing the risk of tick-borne illness. More frequent and volatile weather events create … Read more
Creepy creatures or forest friends?
Picture yourself walking through a deep, dark coniferous forest just before nightfall. Trees tower overhead, their branches draped with lichen. Moss covers toppled trunks. An owl calls in the distance, … Read more
Building Detroit’s Green Future
For many of the houses of worship and organizations involved in Sacred Grounds, it’s as much about education as it is about the installations. Read part 1 of this series … Read more
Announcing Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom College and University Grant Program
National Wildlife Federation and Mutual of Omaha are excited to announce the 2023-2024 Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom College and University Grant Program. America’s experience with cherished landscapes and wildlife … Read more
Farm Bill Expiration and Consequences for Wildlife Conservation
The Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018, more commonly known as the Farm Bill, is an enormous bill spanning all aspects of food and farm policy including important wildlife programs. It … Read more
The Clean Water Act is 53 years old and today more than ever it is urgent to defend it
The U.S. Congress and state officials must act quickly to prevent the Supreme Court’s ruling in Sackett v. EPA from having irreversible consequences. In May of last year, the high … Read more
