For Immediate Release February 2026 Okemos, MI: The Kirtland’s Warbler Alliance (KWA) today announced that long-time Executive Director Bill Rapai will retire from his staff role at the end of February 2026. Mr. Rapai will continue to serve the organization as a member of the KWA Board of Directors. He will work closely with the incoming executive director to ensure a smooth and effective leadership Transition. “Bill has been instrumental in guiding the Kirtland’s Warbler Alliance through a...

Source: NOAA News often trickles out of the Bahamas at a snail's pace, so we're waiting to hear about any impacts Hurricane Melissa might have had. At this point, however, we're optimistic. The hurricane went from a monster Catetory 5 when it hit poor Jamaica to a relative Category 1 pussy cat by the time it hit the Southern Bahamas. While we wait for news about damage, we can share what we know. The center of the storm appeared to pass near Buckley's Settlement on Long Island. A personal...

We're excited to announce that sign up is open for this year's Jack Pine Planting Day, Saturday, May 3. Here's the sign up link:...