Nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan, Crescent Beach in Algoma is a beloved destination for locals and visitors alike. However, maintaining the beauty and ecological health of this valued community space requires continuous effort, especially in the battle against invasive species. Enter the Friends of Crescent Beach (FOCB) and their dedicated volunteer group, the Crescent Crew, who have taken up the challenge of restoring and preserving the natural habitat of Crescent Beach.
Read MoreThe Door Community Compost Initiative, now with 250 participants, is helping Door County residents, businesses, and schools reduce waste and improve soil health through local composting efforts.
Read MoreIn July, we welcomed Jeff Lutsey to the LNRP team as Executive Director of the Climate Change Coalition of Door County. Lutsey brings a wealth of climate- and environment-related experience to the coalition. He is no stranger to environmentalism in Door County as a part of the Waseda Farms family in Baileys Harbor…
Read More“Baileys Harbor resident Jeff Lutsey has been named executive director of the Climate Change Coalition of Door County, taking a new position in what has been a volunteer-driven organization since its founding 10 years ago…”
Read More“A potentially familiar face to you has been selected as the new leader of the Climate Change Coalition of Door County…”
Read MoreThe Lake Michigan Stakeholders (LMS) organization has named Dick and Mary Smythe Champions of Conservation – a recognition that honors outstanding environmental achievements in Wisconsin’s Lake Michigan basin to restore, improve or enhance Lake Michigan or any of the watersheds that flow into it…
Read MoreLocal Climate Change Coalition founders talk about their efforts to help create a more sustainable future. During the 2012 presidential debates, Sister Bay resident Dick Smythe recalls being profoundly disappointed not hearing any discussion about climate change. Smythe considers himself a lifelong environmentalist and environmental researcher, and has always been fond of the outdoors…
Read MoreThe Climate Change Coalition of Door County (CCCDC), with support from the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship’s Environmental Justice Action Team, has distributed more than 400 young trees during its fall tree-planting project, working with partners across the county to expand local woodlands and combat climate change…
Read MoreThe Kangaroo Lake Association (KLA), in partnership with The Nature Conservancy and funded by the Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership, will continue placing “fish sticks” in Kangaroo Lake in February, according to Tom Schneider, Kangaroo Lake Association president…
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