Ontario Nature
Goals are to protect and restore nature in Ontario; connect people with nature; advocate on behalf of nature; and educate the public on the importance of nature in all of our lives.
Michigan Audubon Society
Mission is to study and preserve wild birds, plants, animals and their habitats and to enlighten the public of their importance.
http://www.michiganaudubon.org/
Nature Canada
A member-based non-profit conservation organization including more than 350 naturalist organizations across Canada. Its mission is to protect nature, its diversity, and the processes that sustain it.
The Sault Naturalists
The club’s web site operated by Don and Vivian Hall.
http://www3.sympatico.ca/donandvivhall/index.html
Penokean Hills Field Naturalists
Elliot Lake, ON naturalists organization whose mission is to educate and promote interest, knowledge, conservation and preservation of the natural history, habitat and environment of the Sudbury region for its members and the community at large. Their newsletter, the Wolf Howl, is on the website.
Owen Sound Field Naturalists
Owen Sound, ON naturalists organization, created in 1989 to provide Grey and Bruce naturalists with an opportunity to meet like-minded individuals and enjoy activities and programs that would allow them to increase their understanding of natural history and conservation.
Thunder Bay Field Naturalists
Thunder Bay, ON naturalists organization dedicated to the study of natural history, the wise use of natural resources, the preservation of natural areas, and teaching the public to understand and protect nature.
Midland Penetang Field Naturalists
Website is currently under construction.
http://users.csolve.net/~mpfnc/
Voyageur Trail Association
Site includes descriptions of trail routes.
North Country Trail Association
Mission is to develop, maintain, preserve and promote the North Country National Scenic Trail through a national network of volunteers, chapters, partner organizations and government agencies. When completed, it will be the longest off-road hiking trail in the United States.
http://www.northcountrytrail.org/
Sierra Club
Mission is to explore, enjoy and protect the wild places of the earth; practice and promote the responsible use of the earth's ecosystems and resources; educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment.
Elliot Lake Astronomy Club
Promotes interest in and knowledge of our solar system, our galaxy and beyond.
http://elac2000.homestead.com/elac1.html
See also Environment Links.
Canadian Wildlife Federation
Dedicated to ensuring an appreciation of our natural world and a lasting legacy of healthy wildlife and habitat by informing and educating Canadians, advocating responsible human actions and representing wildlife on conservation issues.
World Wildlife Fund Canada
One of Canada’s leading conservation organizations. The mission of WWF is to stop the degradation of the planet's natural environment and to build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature, by conserving the world's biological diversity, ensuring that the use of renewable natural resources is sustainable, and promoting the reduction of pollution and wasteful consumption.
Western Canada Wilderness Committee
The largest membership-based, citizen-funded wilderness preservation organization in Canada. Dedicated to saving wilderness and wildlife; inspired and informed by the wild places it seeks to protect. The organization has campaigned successfully to protect millions of hectares of Canadian wilderness in over 40 key wilderness areas. Its educational mission is supported by a strong research and mapping program, strategic alliances with other environmental groups, First Nations and community leaders, and regular expeditions into threatened wilderness areas
http://www.wildernesscommittee.org/
Michigan United Conservation Clubs
The largest statewide conservation organization in the nation. Mission is to unite citizens to conserve Michigan's natural resources and protect its outdoor heritage. MUCC works to conserve Michigan's wildlife, fisheries, waters, forests, air, and soils by providing information, education and advocacy.
Northwatch
A coalition of environmental and social justice groups in northeastern Ontario. Addresses environmental and social concerns related to natural resource use, particularly mining and logging, and other regional issues such as toxic waste, the nuclear industries and waste disposal schemes, and air and water quality.
Clean North
A citizens' environmental group in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.
http://www.cleannorth.org/kb/whoarewe.html
Algoma Forest Local Citizens Committee
Advises the MNR District Manager on forest management planning issues, assists planning teams in the preparation of forest management plans, and assists in the implementation of forest management plans.
http://www.algomaforestlcc.org/
Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources
Manages and protects Ontario's natural resources for wise use across the province.
http://www.mnr.gov.on.ca/en/index.html
Wild Lands League
A Chapter of the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society. Mission is to combine credible science, visionary solutions and bold communication to save, protect and enhance Ontario’s wilderness areas.
http://www.wildlandsleague.org/
Natural Heritage Information Centre
Compiles, maintains and distributes information on natural species, plant communities and places of conservation concern in Ontario
http://nhic.mnr.gov.on.ca/nhic_.cfm
Great Lakes Bioneers
“A forum for connecting the environment, health, social justice, and spirit within a broad progressive framework.” Sponsors conferences and workshops on a variety of environmental issues, including alternative energy, sustainability, and climate change. Stephanie Mills, the Sault Naturalists’ 2005 annual meeting speaker, received the 2008 Bioneer Award for having "engaged the ecology movement for more than 30 years."
Central Lake Superior Land Conservancy
Mission is to promote the protection of natural, agricultural, recreational, historic, and scenic lands through the use of conservation easements, land donations, and education.
http://www.clslc.org/index.htm
EcoSuperior
Incorporated by the Lakehead Environmental Action Group (LEAG) to address environmental issues for Thunder Bay and area.
http://www.ecosuperior.com/index.html
The Nature Conservancy in Michigan
Mission of the Nature Conservancy is to preserve the plants, animals, and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive.
http://www.nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/michigan/
City of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Provides City Council agendas and minutes, Hub Trail planning information, etc.
http://www.city.sault-ste-marie.on.ca/
Algoma Forest Local Citizens Committee
The Sault Ste. Marie District Local Citizens' Committee (LCC) is mandated by the Crown Forest Sustainability Act and the Environmental Assessment Act. Its primary functions are as follows: Advising the Ministry of Natural Resources District Manager on forest management planning issues, assisting planning teams in the preparation of forest management plans, and assisting in the implementation of forest management plans. The LCC also contributes to other resource management issues. The public is welcome to attend meetings of the LCC, which are normally held the second Monday of every month.
http://www.algomaforestlcc.org/
City of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan
Provides City Commission agendas, information about city parks, etc.
http://www.sault-sainte-marie.mi.us/
LSSU Aquatic Research Lab
Mission is to combine education and research on aquatic biota and their associated habitats within the Great Lakes basin to serve the academic, scientific, and public communities. Information about the St. Marys River and its lake sturgeon, Atlantic salmon etc.
Parks Canada
Pukaskwa National Park
http://www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/on/pukaskwa/index_e.asp
Ontario Parks
http://www.ontarioparks.com/english/index.html
Point Pelee National Park
http://www.greatcanadianparks.com/ontario/ppelenp/index.htm
http://www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/on/pelee/index_E.asp
Lake Superior Provincial Park
http://www.ontarioparks.com/english/lakes.html
U.S. National Parks Service
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Isle Royale National Park