Monarch Joint Venture Blog
Support Monarch Conservation Through the Monarch Marketplace
At the Monarch Joint Venture (MJV), we are dedicated to protecting the monarch butterfly and its migration. One of the ways we achieve this is through our Monarch Marketplace, a collective of businesses that share our commitment to conservation. These businesses generously donate a portion of their proceeds to support our shared efforts. By choosing to shop with them, you are directly contributing to the conservation of monarchs, other pollinators, and the environment. Read More
Monarch Tagging and Beyond: NIPSCO’s Efforts in Biodiversity & Pollinator Conservation
NIPSCO, one of Indiana's largest natural gas and electric companies, teamed up with the Monarch Joint Venture and the Indiana Department of Natural Resources for a special event at Pisgah Marsh focused on tagging monarch butterflies. Read More
Friends of the Tonto National Forest Joins the MJV Partner Network
The MJV is thrilled to welcome Friends of the Tonto National Forest to the partner network! Read More
Fire Seasonality and Frequency: Habitat Tour Summary
On August 27th, a habitat tour was held in the Platte River Bluffs outside Linwood, NE. At the tour, we explored the themes surrounding utilizing prescribed fire across different seasons and varying frequency to accomplish ecological objectives. From the effects on wildlife to vegetation to preparation and tips to burning during all these seasons, we spent time looking at these results all on one site. Read More
Bamberger Ranch Preserve Joins the MJV Network
Bamberger Ranch Preserve, a 5,500-acre ranch in Blanco County which has been in a continuous process of restoration since 1969, is dedicated to promoting ethical land stewardship and providing educational opportunities. The Preserve serves as a research lab for scientists and a hands-on classroom for students, welcoming over 2,000 children annually for science classes and nature camps. Read More