Donate today to support Kirtland’s Warbler conservation.
The Kirtland’s Warbler Alliance (Alliance) formed in 2013 is an 11-member volunteer board representing regions from across Michigan. Operating under a strong organizational structure with bylaws, full slate of officers, annual budget and strategic work plan, the Alliance is dedicated to raising awareness of support for the Kirtland’s Warbler and the conservation programs necessary for the health of the species and jack pine forests where it nests. The Alliance meets this mission a developing and administering a variety outreach programs, developing strategic partnership and dedicated fundraising efforts.
The Alliance is part of a multi-partner effort known as the Kirtland’s Warbler Initiative which brings together state, federal and local conservation stakeholders to identify and move forward strategies to secure long-term sustainability for the Kirtland’s Warbler regardless of listing status. The goal of this partnership is to eventually see the Kirtland’s Warbler graduate from protections provided by the federal Endangered Species Act–the goal of any listed species–and thrive as a result of strong public-private funding and land management partnerships.
2016 Kirtland’s Warbler Alliance Board of Directors
Jerry Rucker – Chair
William Rapai – Vice-Chair
Chip Erwin – Treasurer
Zachary Branigan – Secretary
James Bull
Elaine Carlson
Tom Cook
Sarah Reding
Tom Schneider
Stuart White
Jerry Weinrich
Kirtland’s Warbler Alliance Signature Events
The Kirtland’s Warbler Alliance helps to plan and lead two keystone events each year, including the Jack Pine Planting Day and Kirtland’s Warbler Home Opener.
Visit our Participate tab to learn more about these events.
Kirtland’s Warbler Alliance Partners
Huron Pines
Michigan Audubon Society
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
U.S. Forest Service
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Interested in learning more?
The Kirtland’s Warbler Alliance is dedicated to expanding awareness for the Kirtland’s Warbler and important conservation programs that help the species as well as the jack pine forest system where it lives. These programs benefit a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities and the communities of Northeast Michigan where the Kirtland’s Warbler nests. If you’re interested in connecting with the Kirtland’s Warbler consider:
- Donating to help ensure conservation programs vital to the health of the Kirtland’s Warbler and the jack pine forest where it nests continue
- Having a Kirtland’s Warbler Alliance Director speak to your group
- Sign up for the Kirtland’s Warbler Network – an electronic newsletter that brings you information on the Kirtland’s Warbler and similar conservation stories
- Attending one of the Kirtland’s Warbler Alliance’s Signature Events
