About Northern Moose Alliance
Research · Restoration · Education
For generations, moose have shaped the landscape and spirit of the wild North. Now, we must return the favor.
The goal of Northern Moose Alliance is to unite science and community action to ensure that moose — and the northern habitats they depend on — continue to thrive for generations to come.
Through research, restoration, and education, Northern Moose Alliance is helping secure a stronger future for moose and the wild North.
A Unique Partnership
Minnesota’s state and tribal governments have led scientific research on moose for decades. Northern Moose Alliance is filling gaps in research and engaging the public in building a constituency committed to the future of moose. This actively co-managed project is led by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, 1854 Treaty Authority, Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, and National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation (NPLSF), Northern Moose Alliance’s nonprofit partner.
Note: NPLSF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Tax ID: 26-0203614). Any donations made to Northern Moose Alliance through NPLSF are tax-deductible.
The Northern Moose Alliance Team
Back row (left to right):
- Tom Irvine — Executive Director, National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation
- Anna Weesies — Wildlife Biologist, Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa
- Adam Mortensen — Moose Biologist, National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation
- Morgan Swingen — Wildlife Biologist, 1854 Treaty Authority
Front row:
- Seth Moore — Director of Natural Resources, Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa
- Michelle Carstensen — Wildlife Health Program Supervisor, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Current Research
Northern Moose Alliance research partners are tracking and protecting young moose — the missing key to the species’ recovery — through groundbreaking field research and on-the-ground conservation in Northeast Minnesota. Scientists are collaring and tracking juvenile moose, using GPS and thermal imaging to uncover how they survive, reproduce, and navigate a rapidly changing environment. The results will directly guide management and habitat restoration.
Restoration
By helping advance groundbreaking field research and translating data into real-world conservation strategies, we’re turning knowledge into impact — restoring habitat, guiding management actions, and improving survival outcomes for young moose.
Education
By helping learners of all ages understand how moose and northern ecosystems sustain one another, we can build a broad constituency of conservation leaders with the knowledge and passion to protect the wild North.
A Wild North Takes a Shared Commitment
We’d love to keep you updated as this work evolves and share ways you can help protect moose as opportunities arise.
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