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Causes: Animals, Bird Sanctuaries, Environment, Environmental Education, Natural Resources Conservation & Protection, Protection of Endangered Species
Mission: Michigan audubon connects birds and people for the benefit of both through conservation, education, and research efforts in the state of michigan.
Programs: Conservation - michigan audubon is a leader in establishing sanctuaries in the state to protect wildlife habitat. The organization plays a major role in global efforts to identify and protect critical migration stop overs and breeding areas. Their 19 sanctuaries and four affiliates manage more than 5,000 acres of important wildlife habitat. Rivers, lakes, marshes, bogs, fens, grasslands, hardwoods and northern conifer communities are found in these habitats, many protecting endangered species of animals and plants. Michigan audubon is a key partner in efforts that have identified more than 100 important bird areas (ibas) critical to migrating and breeding birds, especially those that are endangered or threatened. Sanctuaries and ibas are spread throughout both peninsulas of the state.
education - one of the three pillars of michigan audubon, education encompasses a variety of activities. From workshops for homeschooled children to presentations by expert birders, michigan audubon offers a wide range of educational opportunities for its members and the general public. From answering birding questions to recommending speakers and books, michigan audubon staff provides the public with birding information on a daily basis.
conduct research on current issues that support sanctuary management & aid.
membership/chapter services - michigan audubon's 38 chapters offer local programs and field trips, participate in local, state and national bird counts, and serve as sanctuary stewardship groups.