Michigan Pheasants Forever

Michigan Pheasant Restoration Initiative (MPRI) Coalition Accomplishment Report:  2011-2020

“We are very proud of the diverse coalition of agencies and organizations, who contributed to MPRI accomplishments over the last 10 years. Their staff, volunteers and financial resources made  a big difference for wildlife habitat and our quality of life. We look forward to seeing this coalition continue to work together in this unique conservation partnership.” 

– Bill Vander Zouwen, Retired Pheasants Forever Regional Representative & MPRI Co-Chair

Restoring Habitat Together - THE REPORT

Many have been impacted by the devastating loss of wildlife habitat and the decrease in numbers of hunters who fund conservation projects with their license fees. Pheasants Forever is dedicated to take significant steps to combat the devastating loss of wildlife habitat, particularly grassland wildlife, such as pheasants and quail. The Call of the Uplands campaign boasts the goal of improving 9 million acres of habitat, engaging 1.5 million people in educational events, and advocating for laws, policies and budgets that support our mission.  That’s a $500,000,000 commitment!

Ways that you can answer the Call of the Uplands:

• Become a $1000 Pheasants Forever Life Member
• Become a dual Life Member in Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever ($1000 for second Life Membership)
• Become a Patron Member at $10,000.
• Become a Gold Patron Member at $25,000.
• Contribute any amount to our Michigan Adopt-A-Game Area Program that accelerates grassland habitat improvements on 20 state wildlife areas in southern Michigan (donations of $500 or more get an engraved metal plate with their individual or business name on a property kiosk).
• Contribute any amount to our Legislative Action Fund that has brought millions of dollars to Michigan for conservation.
• Contribute any amount to our No Child Left Indoors initiative that connects youth to nature and outdoor recreation.
• Contribute any amount to our nationwide Build A Wildlife Area Program to permanently provide habitat through acquisition of new public lands.
• Honor the passing of a dear family member or friend with a gift in their honor to Pheasants Forever

If you wish to make a contribution, visit pheasantsforever.org, or email mweaver@pheasantsforever.org.

Hit the NEWS button below to access archived Michigan Pheasants Forever newsletters (SUBSCRIBE to our mailing list) and videos from National on Governmental Affairs OR Education & Outreach.

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The MI Adopt-A-Game Area Program has raised over $1.2 million for grassland habitat projects on MI public lands since 2017!  Funds were provided by a diverse group of sponsors across the state, and have worked to enhance or restore over 2,000 acres of public grassland.

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Ways to support Michigan Pheasants Forever: 

Attend a chapter meeting to get involved on a local level. Visit the "Local Chapters" tab to find a chapter in your area.  

Donate to AAGAP:  Habitat management projects on Michigan State Game areas, this project is also known as Adopt a Game Area Program.  You can find more information and a DONATE button on the AAGAP tab.

JOIN!  Your membership helps us influence national legislation for wildlife habitat, hunting recreation and passing on our hunting heritage to youth.  Become a member at www.pheasantsforever.com starting at $35 annually or take it to the next level by becoming a Life or Patron member -  contact Regional Representative Melissa Weaver at mweaver@pheasantsforever.org

Michigan Pheasants Forever's members are truly passionate about creating, preserving and restoring habitat that benefits pheasants, quail and other upland wildlife. This unique model empowers local chapters with the responsibility to determine how 100 percent of their locally-raised conservation funds will be spent.

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