About the Club

The Benzie Audubon Club is a tax exempt charitable organization and chapter of the Michigan Audubon Society. Our major objectives are promoting an appreciation for and a better understanding of the plants and animals of northern Michigan, preserving our natural environment, and preventing any activities that may pose a threat to our natural ecology.

To meet this mission we offer educational programs and seasonal field trips throughout the year (primarily April thru December) and provide members with the Meadowlark newsletter. Field Trips and programs are open to the public, without charge - and typically announced around March. Visit our events page for a complete list of upcoming opportunities.

Board Members

Doug Cook - President
Carl Freeman - Vice President
Irene Marcussen - Secretary
John Ester - Treasurer
Sally Cook - Publicity Chair
Char Ester - Program Chair
Greg Miller - Membership Chair
Doug Cook - Field Trip Chair
Candy Petrick - Conservation Chair
Wes Blizzard - Mini-grant Chair

Board members from left to right: Carl Freeman, John Ester, Irene Marcussen, Char Ester, Sally Cook, Greg Miller, Candy Petrick, Wes Blizzard, Doug Cook