Howard Meyerson
After more than 30 years in the outdoor writing business, you would think I'd know better.
Tag Archives: National Audubon Society
Michigan’s Snowy Owl Capital
A small town in the eastern Upper Peninsula has new monkiker, named for the distinctive white Arctic owl that appears in greater numbers there each year than in other parts of Michigan. Rudyard, Michigan, located in Chippewa County, is now … Continue reading
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Tagged Birds, Birdwatching, Conservation, Environment, Michigan, National Audubon Society, Nature, Owls, Snowy Owl, Upper Peninsula, Wildlife
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Trump moves to weaken Migratory Bird Treaty Act
Many North American bird populations are declining at an alarming rate. The findings of an international team of researchers, written by lead author Ken Rosenberg, a senior scientist at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and American Bird Conservancy, showed that 29%, about 3 … Continue reading
Michigan’s Important Bird Areas Flag Conservation Priorities
By Howard Meyerson It’s no secret that Lake Michigan waters are important for recreation and tourism. Thousands of summer tourists flock daily to its shoreline to boat, swim, and play. But scientists have recently determined that those crystal-blue waters are … Continue reading
Climate Change: Shifting Climate, Shifting Birds
By Howard Meyerson Adam Byrne had the good fortune last year to observe a nesting pair of Blue Grosbeaks. He wasn’t in Tennessee, Florida or other southern state where they commonly sing their songs. He found them in Kalamazoo County—once … Continue reading
Bird-friendly Communities Coming of Age
By Howard Meyerson Royce Ragland is proud that her village of Elk Rapids —population 1,642—is working to improve conditions for birds. The Antrim County community has the unique distinction of being the “first community in the world” to be certified … Continue reading
Climate Change: The Risks for Michigan birds
By Howard Meyerson While global climate change reports often focus on iconic creatures like polar bears and penguins, species that would be in jeopardy if the polar ice cap melts, Michigan and Great Lakes scientists are looking to understand what … Continue reading
Backyard Birding: Two great books for those who enjoy birds at home
By Howard Meyerson The dark-eyed juncos are the first to arrive on wintry mornings. They land in the snow and forage around, picking at the seeds that have fallen from the bird feeders. I’ve always liked how they appear: dark … Continue reading
Kirtland’s Warbler makes a comeback, but what’s ahead?
By Howard Meyerson I love a good conservation success story and Michigan has several: Wolves are returning; bald eagles are plentiful; wild turkeys are everywhere; and elk are just fine. But, none warms my heart so much as the Kirtland’s … Continue reading
A Life of Conservation: Mary Jane Dockeray
By Howard Meyerson GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Mary Jane Dockeray is concerned about kids today; they are out of touch with the land and so are their parents. Not farm land and cornfields so much, but the origins of things … Continue reading
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Tagged Blandford Nature Center, Conservation, Environment, Environmental education, Grand Rapids Michigan, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, Mary Jane Dockeray, Michigan Audubon, Michigan State University, Michigan Women's Hall of Fame, National Audubon Society
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Coffee, Conservation and Urban Birds: Meet Julie Craves
By Howard Meyerson DEARBORN – Julie Craves is picky about her coffee, about its taste and where it’s grown. Given a choice, she’ll take light roast over dark, but only one choice exists when it comes to sun-grown or shade. … Continue reading
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Tagged Birds, Birdwatching, Coffee and Conservation, Conservation, Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge, Environment, Julie Craves, Michigan Audubon Society, Michigan Department of Transportation, National Audubon Society, University of Michigan–Dearborn, Urban birds
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