by Gavin MacDonald | Jun 3, 2025 | News
May was a fantastic month of support from the great State of Michigan! Several key CRA projects have recently received essential funding from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy...
by Gavin MacDonald | Apr 10, 2025 | News
Since 1968, Conservation Resource Alliance (CRA) has been a leader in river and habitat restoration, removing aging dams, improving undersized or failing stream crossings, and creating essential habitats. As hands-on conservationists, we take on the most pressing...
by Gavin MacDonald | Mar 21, 2025 | Uncategorized, Watersheds
In 2024, CRA conducted fish species surveys using backpack electrofishing at various sites within its service area in northwest Lower Michigan. These surveys assess fish diversity and size structure before planned road/stream crossing replacements, addressing issues...
by Gavin MacDonald | Jan 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
We’re excited to announce the addition of two new Project Managers to CRA’s program team! With Keenan and Tom on board, we’re poised to take on even more watershed restoration and reforestation efforts than ever before. Our new three-year work plan has doubled in...
by Gavin MacDonald | Jan 14, 2025 | Uncategorized
Welcome, Tori! Tori grew up living between the Great Lakes and Pacific Northwest regions, where the enchantment of both places sparked a natural curiosity for exploration and an affinity for the outdoors. While studying Urban and Environmental Planning and minoring in...
by Gavin MacDonald | Nov 21, 2024 | River Care
A new chapter is unfolding for the Rugg Pond Dam and the Rapid River! Learn about the area’s rich history, the action steps CRA is taking, and what the future holds for the Rugg Pond Natural Area. Click the thumbnail to read or follow the link below! Link:...
by Gavin MacDonald | Oct 23, 2024 | News, Pere Marquette River
Project partners, supporters, and CRA staff gathered at the Flint Rainbow Club to celebrate the successful completion of the Pere Marquette Railroad project. This 15-year effort, completed last year, is one of the most impactful undertakings in the river’s history,...
by Gavin MacDonald | Oct 23, 2024 | News, Wild Roots
The Wild Roots Landowner Program returns for the 2024-2025 season! Starting November 25, 2024, at 12:00 PM, you can place your orders until January 17, 2025. Orders can be made directly on CRA’s website: [HERE]. 2024-2025 Ordering Details How does the Wild Roots...
by Gavin MacDonald | Sep 23, 2024 | River Care
CRA was thrilled to be featured in a recent video highlighting the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s impactful Save Our Great Lakes (SOGL) Program. Since 2006, CRA has played a key role in reconnecting over 2,560 miles of streams for fish and aquatic organism...
by Gavin MacDonald | Aug 20, 2024 | Jordan River, News, River Care
Conservation Resource Alliance (CRA) and project partners are excited to announce the beginning of construction on three stream crossing replacement projects in the Jordan River. The launch dates for construction will be staggered, beginning this month, and continuing...
