Each year, the Lake Michigan Stakeholders recognize individuals whose extraordinary leadership helps protect and enhance the Lake Michigan Basin. These Champions go beyond expectations to advance conservation, community resilience, and environmental stewardship.
Read More“Emily Wood, executive director of the Door County Land Trust, was honored for her leadership in accelerating land protection efforts across the peninsula. The award is administered by Lake Michigan Stakeholders, a partner group of the Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP), and has recognized individuals, organizations, businesses, tribes and government leaders since 2014 for their exceptional efforts in restoring and enhancing Lake Michigan and its surrounding watersheds.” – Peninsula Pulse
Read MoreJoin us on Friday, August 8, 2025 at Lake Michigan Day in Manitowoc for a day of insight and inspiration featuring keynote speakers Nancy Retana, Yesi Perez, and Steven Hunter, along with panels and lightning talks from regional leaders in conservation, climate resilience, and community action.
Read MoreLNRP and Lake Michigan Stakeholders are proud to announce the 2025 Lake Michigan Champions of Conservation. These awards honor individuals and organizations whose work goes above and beyond in restoring, protecting, and enhancing the Lake Michigan Basin. This year’s five Champions—Sarah Dezwarte, Emily Wood, David Miller, Amy Carrozzino-Lyon, and Mayor Ryan Sorenson—exemplify leadership, innovation, and dedication to community-centered environmental stewardship. Join us on Friday, August 8, 2025 at Lake Michigan Day in Manitowoc to celebrate their achievements.
Read MoreJoin us for Lake Michigan Day 2025 on August 8 at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum!
Celebrate our Great Lake with lightning talks, conservation awards, and inspiring discussions. Connect with leaders and advocates working to protect the Lake Michigan Basin and beyond. Full details coming soon!
The LMS Lake Michigan Champion of Conservation awards program recognizes and honors the outstanding achievements in several categories. Nominations are open to any group, program, organization, business, or individual located in the Lake Michigan Basin.
Read MoreThe LMS Lake Michigan Champion of Conservation awards program recognizes and honors the outstanding achievements in several categories. Nominations are open to any group, program, organization, business, or individual located in the Lake Michigan Basin.
Read MoreThe LMS Lake Michigan Champion of Conservation awards program recognizes and honors the outstanding achievements in several categories. Nominations are open to any group, program, organization, business, or individual located in the Lake Michigan Basin.
Read MoreThis year's Champions of Conservation include a lifetime achievement award and four additional champions spanning a wide range of areas including a public education institution, a watershed group, a media reporter, and a group working on mitigating the impact of climate change.
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