Simply a desire to keep the land intact for wildlife and future generations. Humans have been present since the glaciers retreated about 13,000 years ago, first the Clovis people and the Ojibwa as of the early 1600's. Since statehood, the Gratiot Watershed has been in corporate mining and timber ownership, and has been used as if it was public. It is not.

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We all know the Keweenaw has been "discovered." Prices are skyrocketing. Land is being subdivided, developed, and put off limits. Without government or NGO action, large tracts will disappear. The Rohatyn Group (TRG) had many options including subdividing; they chose to honor their commitment to the land and people of the Keweenaw and sell this property in one big spectacular intact piece.  

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American Songbird ownership prevents fragmentation of the Boreal Hardwood Transition Forest, protects the diversity and abundance of native habitats and species, especially birds, accomplishes carbon sequestration, supports Dark Skies, and provides hiking, birding, back country skiing, snowshoeing, equestrian, and motorized recreational opportunities to residents and visitors in perpetuity.

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We've already raised 2/3 of the funds needed ($19 million); please donate today to help raise the final $11 million needed by the end of 2026. Unlike many charitable  organizations, 100% of your donation goes directly to land acquision. No donation is too small. All are tax deductible. And every donation says "we support this project" and helps to leverage funds from big donors.