by Nicholas Poli | Sep 10, 2025 | News, River Care, Stony Creek
In the late 19th century, the meandering banks of Stony Creek in Oceana County were home to a small settlement called Marshville. A gristmill, built in 1863, supported the surrounding community along with its post office and general store. The dam on site created a...
by Gavin MacDonald | Aug 4, 2025 | Manistee River, River Care
CRA and partners have successfully completed the removal of a closed stream crossing at County Line Road, restoring natural flow and wetland connectivity in Anderson Creek—a cold-water tributary of the Big Manistee River. The project removed a one-lane concrete...
by Gavin MacDonald | Jul 28, 2025 | River Care
A few weeks ago, Chris Kmotorka, a volunteer with Herpetological Resource and Management (HRM), was jogging along the Boardman River Trail on a sunny morning when he caught a glimpse of something that would stop any herpetology enthusiast in their tracks – a...
by Gavin MacDonald | Jul 24, 2025 | River Care
In 2023, the Tribal Stream and Michigan Fruitbelt Collaborative—led by the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians (Grand Traverse Band), with partners Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy, Leelanau Conservancy, and the Conservation Resource Alliance...
by Nicholas Poli | Jun 25, 2025 | Boardman River, Crystal River, News, River Care
Earlier this year, CRA partnered with the American Fisheries Society (AFS) and the UK based production company Content With Purpose (CWP) to create a new film as part of the AFS series, Tomorrow’s Catch: Securing Our Future Fisheries. This digital series explores the...
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 | 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 Nicholas Poli | 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...
by Nicholas Poli | Jul 16, 2024 | News, River Care
Join us in Welcoming the CRA’s new leader, Suzie Knoll! Born and raised on the picturesque shores of West Michigan, Suzie’s love for the natural world was nurtured amidst the woods and waters of the Great Lakes State. Her initial passion blossomed during...
by Nicholas Poli | Jun 28, 2024 | News, River Care
Join us in welcoming Meredith Freeby, CRA’s newest Project Manager! Growing up swimming and playing in Michigan’s waterways and natural areas inspired Meredith to dedicate her career to preserving these unique, wild places. During her time at Michigan State...
