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Department of Natural Resources and Environment (DNRE)
Our mission is to drive improvements in environmental quality for the protection of public health and natural resources to benefit current and future generations. This will be accomplished through effective administration of agency programs, providing for the use of innovative strategies, while helping to foster a strong and sustainable economy. The DNRE understands the importance of preserving and enhancing our strong outdoor heritage, and we are committed to making outdoor education a priority
Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council
The Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council, founded in 1979, is the lead organization for water resources protection in Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, and Emmet Counties. A coalition of citizens, lake associations, businesses, and resorters, the Watershed Council works to maintain the environmental integrity and economic and aesthetic values of lakes, streams, wetlands, and groundwater.
Michigan Lakes and Streams Association
A non-profit corporation comprised of individuals and associations who desire to conserve and improve Michigan’s lakes, rivers and streams, and their watersheds, and the Great Lakes, and to protect and promote the wise use of Michigan’s Water resources.
Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy
The Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy protects significant natural, scenic, and farmlands – and advances stewardship – now and for future generations. With the support of individual donors, foundations and volunteers, and the partnership of local, state, and federal agencies, it has protected more than 42,000 acres of land and 126 miles of shoreline along the region’s rivers, lakes, and streams.
Grand Traverse Bay Watershed Initiative
The Watershed Center Grand Traverse Bay is a private non-profit organization, founded in 1990 and devoted to the protection and enhancement of Michigan’s Grand Traverse Bay and surrounding watershed through research, education, and collaboration with partners.
Michigan Loon Preservation Association
The Mission of the Michigan Loon Preservation Association is to conserve and enhance the Common Loon Population through research, habitat protection and restoration, species protection, and public awareness and involvement.
Grand Traverse Audubon Club
Welcome! Our meetings are usually the fourth Thursday of the month at the Boardman River Nature Center on Cass Road at 7:00 pm. Everyone is welcome to attend!
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency “…to protect human health and safeguard the natural environment…”
Grass River Natural Area
The Grass River Natural Area is a 1,141-acre park in Antrim County comprised of wetlands and wildlife habitat purchased over the past 32 years by concerned citizens. Miles of trails provide for enjoyable walking, bird watching, and wildflower identification. The nonprofit GRNA offers over a hundred organized hikes and classes, all year round.
Michigan Wildlife Conservancy
Wildlife For Tomorrow- The Michigan Wildlife Habitat Foundation. Established in 1982, it is a nonprofit, membership organization which restores and improves wildlife habitat through cost-effective projects.
The Conservation Resource Alliance
The Conservation Resource Alliance is a private, not-for-profit organization based in Traverse City, Michigan, dedicated to maintaining the natural beauty and ecosystems of our land while simultaneously nurturing the economic vitality of northern Michigan.
Michigan Association of Conservation Districts
Michigan Association of Conservation Districts is a non-profit organization that represents the interests of Michigan Conservation Districts and works to strengthen Districts through leadership, information, and representation at the state level. Michigan’s 79 Conservation Districts are the local providers of natural resource management services that help our citizens conserve their lands and our environment for a cleaner, healthier, economically stronger Michigan.
As local, special purpose units of government, each Conservation District is governed by a locally elected, five-member board of directors. The guiding philosophy of Michigan Conservation Districts is that local people should make decisions on conservation issues at the local level, with technical assistance provided by the government.