Panorama | Summer 2023

HELEN BOOMSMA Executive Director

Summer is here! Enjoy warm breezes while searching for resident birds and spotting colorful wildflowers and butterflies from our trails! In this issue of Panorama, read about magnificent Lake Michigan! Learn about a variety of consequential features of our Great Lake and discover why it’s such a precious resource. Discover the importance of local bat species to our ecological system. See what birds you may find on a summer stroll through our trail system. Discover how We Energies has been sponsoring raptor programming and scholarship programs. Explore the pleasures of keeping a nature journal and learn what you’ll need to start one.

The end of 2022 concluded our previous five-year plan timeframe, Trails to Innovation. During the five years of this plan, educational programming, membership, and community engagement increased significantly – and we achieved our goals in the core mission areas of conservation, education, and visitor experience, with accessibility as a common thread between the three.

We are now embarking on a new strategic plan that is robust, inclusive, and transformational. At its most fundamental level, this plan seeks to create meaningful and enduring relationships between nature and individuals, and nature and society. Empirical studies across the globe have shown that the presence of nature in the lives of individuals and in communities enhances the physical health, mental health, and overall happiness of people. Our hope is that our work over the next five years will further strengthen relationships with nature and result in enhanced personal and societal benefits.

Our four signature priorities continue to serve as our guidepost. The visitor experience resides at the very heart of Schlitz Audubon and matters deeply because it creates and sustains the critical relationship that people have with the natural world. Accessibility remains a priority as we believe that diversity and inclusion deeply enrich the Center in term of experience and ideas. Conservation is primary to the mission of the Center because it expresses the deep regard we have for the land in its purest and healthiest state. And finally, education is the backbone of our work as little else can deepen our affection and advocacy of nature.

Our new plan, On Kinship and Nature, continues our commitment to conservation, community, and learning in ways that are more profound and stewardship focused. The goals of this plan will enrich the academic and cultural pillars of the Center, as well as improve important physical spaces here. Please visit our website to learn about specific initiatives and to read about our progress in the next few years.

We are energized by this new plan, and we are grateful to the many people who have supported us, volunteered with us, or simply found joy on our trails. To all of you, thank you for being a part of Schlitz Audubon. We look forward to your continued participation in all we do.

We are also pleased to announce that Ben Pavlik, Senior Vice President, Legal Counsel at Johnson Financial Group has been elected to to President of the Schlitz Audubon Board of Directors. Congratulations, Ben!

We hope to see you this summer at the Center!

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Officers

Benjamin T. Pavlik

President

Evan Kirkstein

Treasurer

Leia C. Olsen

Secretary

John Schaub

VP-Governance Directors

Jane Bell

Joseph A. Camilli

Renee M. Clair

Amy Giuffre

Therese Gripentrog

Jonathan T. Luljak

Carrie Nichols

Jeff Rusinow

Lindsay Stevens

Past Presidents

John H. Kopmeier, Jr.

Philip R. Smith

Dennis L. Fisher

Terrence K. Knudsen

Thomas J. McCutcheon

Thomas B. Fitzgerald

Randolph H. Dean

Stephen F. Geimer

Thomas J. Drought

David K. Hoover

John S. McGregor

Margarete R. Harvey

Timothy J. Gerend

John Grunau

Aliah Berman

Shane Delsman

Director Emeritus

Dorothy K. Vallier (1910-2013)

CREDITS FOR PANORAMA

Director of Marketing & Communications

Nancy Quinn

Creative Lead | Design & Photography

Zoe Finney

Editing | Select Writing

Craig Mattson

Schlitz Audubon is an independent, locally supported partner of the National Audubon Society.

Summer 2023 | www.schlitzaudubon.org

COVER PHOTO Lake Michigan from the Schlitz Audubon shoreline.

Search for Summer Birds at the Center!

MICHELLE ALLISON Adult Programs Coordinator

Summertime brings warmth and light to the trails, along with a special time for birding. The flurry of spring migration has ended, and birds have settled on their breeding grounds to raise their young. A bounty of hatching insects becomes a major food source for many bird species.

To discover the birds of the season, look within the habitats seen from the rustic trails of the West Meadows Loop. The entrance to the loop feels like a corridor lined with trees on both sides, providing a welcoming expanse of shade. Walk quietly, letting your senses acclimate to the intermittent fluttering of wings as songbirds move from tree to tree. Listen for the subtle contact calls of birds communicating with each other.

While approaching the prairie, be aware of birds active at the forest edge. Look for young bluebirds as their parents teach them how to forage. After hearing the distinctive peea-wee call of the Eastern Wood-Pewee, be on the lookout for their flycatching behavior. They are known for perching on a dead branch and flying off to catch an insect in midair.

The expansive and more solitary prairie trails bring the land and sky together, mingling blooming wildflowers with a warm summer breeze. On sunny days, look overhead for Turkey Vultures soaring on thermals. The rising warm air helps them conserve energy in flight. Lower in the air over the prairie, watch for American Kestrels hovering over the landscape as they scan for prey. Large insects like dragon-

flies and grasshoppers are a favorite summer food.

As the trail meanders through stands of trees and shrubs, birds take shelter in the surrounding foliage. Gray Catbirds often call from these areas, projecting a catlike mew that gives them their name. Energetic House Wrens also frequent these habitats and have a fondness for wood piles. Blue Jays seem to appear suddenly, calling to each other, and disappear just as quickly, on to the next location. Another corvid, the American Crow, flies over the trees. When you see one crow, there are likely others nearby. These sociable birds work together, like when they mob a predator to drive it away.

Birds always need access to water, which can be especially vital in summer. When the trail leads you near a pond, take slow quiet steps to avoid disturbing the birds and other wildlife. You may be rewarded with the view of a Great Blue Heron standing near the edge of Wood Duck Pond. While you’re there, don’t forget to look for Wood Ducks!

Enjoy the Center’s extended summer hours to witness bird behavior in the evening. Many birds become active before dusk, feeding one last time before roosting. Common Nighthawks may be seen hunting insects overhead at this time of day. Watch for the white patch on the underside of their long, pointed wings. As twilight sets in, Eastern Screech Owls get ready to hunt. Hearing their trills on a warm summer night is sure to delight any birder.

Eastern Wood Pewee perched on a branch at Wood Duck Pond

Bats of Wisconsin

They are not often seen or heard, but Wisconsin bats are fluttering through the warm summer skies, playing an important role in our ecosystem. In Wisconsin, we have nine recorded bat species, all of which are insectivores, meaning they only eat insects.

A single little brown bat can eat approximately 1,000 mosquitoes and other small flying insects in one hour. The largest bat species, the hoary bat, will eat larger insects such as moths, beetles, and even wasps. Because of the amount these bats consume and how small they are, their role within their habitat is to be a predator to those insects as well as prey for animals like snakes, owls, and even raccoons.

Bats create a bridge for the energy to flow in the ecosystem. Looking at a simplified food chain, the base are the plants, which get eaten by insects. Those insects are eaten by bats, which then are eaten by their predators. If bats are removed from this food chain, the top predators wouldn’t be able to survive, as these predators are unable to eat enough of the insects to satisfy their appetites. Those uneaten insects would eat too many plants, damaging the plant populations. Of course, the ecosystem is much more complicated due to the number of other living and non-living things, but even the removal of one factor can affect the whole system.

Here at the Center, we actively restore and manage the variety of habitats around the property, from planting native

Wisconsin flora, to digging new ponds, and even leaving dead trees. Indirectly these projects have helped bat populations by providing food, water, and shelter. From June to mid-July, we participate in Acoustic Bat Monitoring with the Wisconsin DNR. The data that is collected helps to inform our conservation team where bats are most active. Through this monitoring project, the 2015 Bio Blitz, and chance encounters, we have documented six of the nine bat species on our property.

To enjoy these flying mammals at home and reap the benefits of natural pest control, there are things that you can do in your backyard to create a welcoming environment. One of the simplest things that can be done is to plant native Wisconsin plants, including species that have their flowers open at night. These plants attract insects, which creates a buffet for the bats. In addition, eliminating the use of pesticides makes sure to not kill their food source. Another simple thing that can be done in your yard is to provide shelter. Planting native trees, and leaving dead trees, can provide a natural shelter among the leaves or under the bark. If that’s not feasible, bat boxes can be put on buildings or on tall poles.

By doing a number of these small actions, we can make a large impact to encourage bats to make appearances in our yards and help to keep a balance to Wisconsin ecosystems.

CASSIE RINCON Family Programs Manager

PHOTO BY MERLIN TUTTLE | Little brown bat in flight.

Lake Michigan A Treasured Resource

CRAIG MATTSON Communications Specialist

With contributions from AJ Grill & Drew Shuster

Even though Milwaukee is located on the brilliant, multi-hued waters of Lake Michigan, you might not think about this Great Lake every day. Yet, there is no denying its wonderous importance for the people living in Wisconsin. Lake Michigan is used as a resource, as well as a source of recreation, beauty, and inspiration. There are many reasons to be grateful for having this great lake in our region, and it deserves our protection.

The importance of Lake Michigan can’t be overstated. It is the fifth largest freshwater lake in the world, and as a Great Lake, part of the largest water system on the planet. This system makes up 21% of the available fresh surface water on earth, and 84% of the fresh water within the US. The lake’s immensity in this regard alone makes it indispensable.

The water in the Great Lakes Basin is used by 40 million people annually as a resource, providing fresh drinking water. Residents of Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, and Indiana all use Lake Michigan water. Apart from the benefits of having a vast resource on our doorstep, there are other reasons the lake is a jewel to our region.

LAKE MICHIGAN'S HISTORY

Native Americans called the lake “Michi gami,” translated as great water, which is where the name Lake Michigan originated. They were the first to harness the great fertility of the region through agriculture, hunting, fishing, and transportation.

Historically, cities and civilizations have developed near bodies of water because of the rich resources they provide. Food, water, and transportation are made available to people by surface water. Milwaukee, Chicago, and port cities were designed to take full advantage of their locations on the shores of Lake Michigan.

Shipping has been an important aspect of trade throughout the area’s modern history. Lake Michigan is 118 miles wide at its widest point, and 301 miles long, making it a major transportation route. Ports in Milwaukee, Chicago, and other coastal cities have created hubs of commercial activity that bolster the entire region. Originally shipping timber in the 1800s, other goods that have been transported using Lake Michigan have included agricultural products, leather, iron and steel, and manufactured goods, contributing to the growth of cities on its coasts.

LAKE MICHIGAN & CLIMATE

Lake Michigan stands out for its effect on the weather because it functions as a heat sink. The moisture in the air coming from evaporated lake water makes it cooler near the lake, creating micro-climates. Plants bloom up to two weeks later in the spring near the lake because of this, and people even see different species closer to the shoreline compared to inland. In fact, when people look at regional vegetation maps for Wisconsin, the species near the lake are similar to those located in central Wisconsin, just because of the difference in climate. Because of this, some areas near

Lake Michigan are considered climate havens and population centers can be protected against the extreme temperatures associated with climate change.

The climate makes the lake environment a great space to enjoy the outdoors during summer. With such a pleasant environment nearby, people flock to Lake Michigan for recreation. Visitors to the beach may see Lake Michigan swimmers, surfers out all winter, beach goers, stand up paddleboarders, volleyball players, and more. People who enjoy other nature-inspired activities have access to attractive parks located near the lake to observe wildlife and go birding.

LOCAL CULTURE ALONG THE LAKESHORE

Local culture benefits from the presence of Lake Michigan, as can be attested to by people who enjoy attractions located near its shore. Summer festivals get a boon from the beautiful environment. Milwaukee is known for its iconic Summerfest, Lakefront Festival of the Arts, and many more gatherings. There are about 14 tourist-friendly harbor cities in Wisconsin dotting the coast that often host lake-inspired festivals during the summer.

Regional artists are inspired by Lake Michigan’s beauty. Poets may find refuge in the beauty of the lake, and painters abound. Most of Wisconsin’s harbor cities contain museums, galleries, and art venues in which to enjoy these creations. Art is often tied to activism and can include projects whose purpose is to inspire action toward protecting the lake.

Melanie Ariens is a local artist and co-founder of the Milwaukee Water Common whose work has been focused on the Great Lakes for about a decade. Milwaukee Water Commons works across the spectrum of disciplines to raise awareness about local water issues. The lake is so important to the area that Milwaukee is considered a Model Water City, a place where international observers learn how to conserve and best utilize its freshwater resources. We are fortunate to be the site for UWM’s School of Fresh Water Sciences, which uses science to help solve freshwater and climate

A surfer on Lake Michigan in spring.

issues. The school also focuses on challenges related to human and ecosystem health, freshwater dynamics, technology, policy, and economics, among others.

If you want to learn more about Lake Michigan, read the influential book The Death and Life of the Great Lakes, written by Wisconsin native and science journalist Dan Egan. It is a sweeping chronicle of North America's largest fresh-water lakes and the environmental threats they face and can be considered a source book for issues related to our Great Lakes.

THE IMPORTANCE TO BIRDS & OTHER WILDLIFE

Visitors to Schlitz Audubon enjoy many of the benefits made possible by its location on the shore of Lake Michigan. Birders enjoy the benefits of the Mississippi Flyway, a route for birds that stretches northward through the Midwest roughly following the Mississippi River and includes the coast of Lake Michigan. Birds who travel from Central and South America and the southern US to their nesting grounds in the northern US, Canada, and Alaska during spring migration use this route. Lake Michigan and the habitats located on its shoreline provide perfect refueling spots for migrating birds.

The open area on Lake Michigan is a migratory stopover and wintering area for waterfowl, land birds, and shorebirds. The habitats on the lake stretching from Schlitz Audubon and extending northward to Grafton are designated an Important Bird Area, part of the Ozaukee Bight Lakeshore Migration Corridor.

If you love Lake Michigan views, the Center offers one of the best in the city. There are no impediments to seeing the lake from our shoreline, and we have the longest continuous beach in Milwaukee. It is a beautiful place to view wildlife, go for a hike on the

beach, and even find occasional fossils and beach glass.

PROTECTING THE LAKE

Schlitz Audubon recognizes the importance of protecting the lake, and our conservation work and partnerships demonstrate our commitment. The Stormwater Wetland and Ravine Restoration Project, completed in 2021, uses a forward-thinking stormwater conveyance system to reduce runoff into Lake Michigan while preventing erosion in our north ravine. The restoration coincided with expanded educational opportunities, habitat creation, and accessibility improvements.

We also participate with organizations whose goals are to similarly promote the health of our lake water. Our partnership with MMSD includes educational programs for schools about water quality, and our work with the Alliance for the Great Lakes promotes Lake Michigan awareness, beach clean-up programs, and citizen science.

Educational programs about Lake Michigan are key towards educating current and future generations about the importance of water and Lake Michigan. These programs serve both adults and students throughout the Greater Milwaukee Area, many of them serving underrepresented neighborhoods and schoolchildren.

There are many simple ways to help protect Lake Michigan. Residents can avoid pouring chemicals and other substances down their drains, as they will go directly into the lake. Conserving water is another important factor in preserving our freshwater resource, so families should avoid using more than they need. Also, avoid throwing litter on the ground or into the lake. Finally, cultivate an appreciation and learn to enjoy our wonderful resource and its gifts to the community.

A Piping Plover, listed as endangered in the Great Lakes, on the shore of Lake Michigan.

Nature Journaling

AUBREY ELLICKSON FULSAAS

Children’s Events Coordinator

The practice of keeping a written or illustrated nature journal has existed since the beginning of recorded history. Many of the great naturalists and scientists we’ve learned from, including Darwin, Leopold, and Thoreau, all practiced nature journaling by recording their observations of the more-than-human world. A personal nature journal can be used as a vault of observation, a record of natural history, an artistic homage to creation, or simply a notebook to jot down thoughts that arise when outdoors.

This journaling provides an outlet for observing and remembering what you experience in nature. The observation required for nature journaling goes beyond simply seeing, delving into a deeper appreciation of small details often overlooked. Journaling requires us to slow down and practice mindfulness, all while stimulating our creative and scientific thinking skills. It can be a shared family activity, enjoyed by all ages and abilities. It can also be a much-needed respite from the stress of technology and has even shown benefits to neurological plasticity and cognitive health.

Beginning a nature journal does not require any prerequisites in creative writing or artistic skill. There are no rules to what goes into a nature journal, and developing a practice is as individual as the person taking their journey. Some choose a more scientific approach, recording dates, times, and locations of new observations. Others choose to write down musings, thoughts, or questions that pop into their brain when observing nature, organizing their words and drawings as a cloud of imaginative curiosity on the page. Nature journaling is a skill that only improves with practice and patience.

Nature journaling can take place anywhere nature exists. It can be as simple as writing down observations and illustrating plants in a backyard or neighborhood. By adding a date to the observations, each page of the journal becomes a data mine in phenology – the study of seasons and when nature phenomena occur during the year.

You may begin with a small unlined journal and a pencil. To focus on illustrations, add a set of colored pencils or portable watercolor paints and use a notebook with thicker, multimedia paper. Additions to the kit can also include identification guides or a small magnifying glass. If questions arise while journaling, studying guidebooks can help answer them or create more research for later, extending the journey of learning.

Start by becoming more aware of what you are noticing. Focus on what draws your attention and let that be the subject of your first journal entry. Describe or draw what you see and try to include

every small detail. As you observe, allow yourself to wonder and your mind to wander, reflecting on your own thoughts and feelings. This will bring a renewed sense of wonder, awe, and curiosity.

Imagine slowly hiking through a forest, giving as much attention to your surroundings as possible. Become aware of every detail –the patterns of bark, the shapes of leaves, the rustling of nearby animal activity. By being mindful and present, a series of connections form with the life around you. You might see a small spiderweb glistening in the sun, nestled between two plant stems. This spiderweb deserves to be memorialized for its beauty, and perhaps a photograph can’t capture all its intrica cies. Think about the details, such as the small repeating patterns, or a shriveled oak leaf delicately hanging off the bottom of the web. At the center of the master piece may sit the artist in residence - a small spider, no more than a half-inch long, nestled and motion less within its creation. Draw the spider’s likeness in your nature journal, noticing its symmetry and perhaps the patterns of whites and browns dotting the abdomen and legs.

By taking the time to record this web, you have cemented a new connection with nature. In the future, when flipping through the pages of your nature journal, you can relive this moment and the wonder you felt.

A peruse through a nature journal can provide insight into migration patterns, growing seasons, and the effects of climate change on local flora and fauna. It can also provide insight into our own connections within ourselves and the amazing natural world around us. The next time you plan on visiting the Center or wherever you go to explore nature consider bringing a journal to record your observations.

CLAIRE DAVIDSON Grants Specialist

We Energies' commitment to charitable giving is exemplified through their unwavering support of local non-profit organizations. Not only do they power homes and businesses throughout Wisconsin, but they also fuel the efforts of many non-profit organizations through their dedicated philanthropic efforts. The We Energies Foundation has been Schlitz Audubon’s community partner since 1982, and over this time they have donated over $550,000 in support of our mission! The Center is so grateful to the We Energies Foundation for their generous support in two key programming areas: Animal Ambassadors and Youth Scholarships.

A long-time supporter of Schlitz Audubon’s feathered animal ambassadors, the We Energies Foundation has sponsored the popular Raptor Saturday program since 2005, ensuring that this event is always free for Center visitors. During these monthly demonstrations, audience members have the special opportunity to share space with a selection of our remarkable birds and view them from a mere few feet away. With the help of staff members and trained volunteers, our birds—like Loki the American Crow or Willow the Northern Saw-whet Owl—share information about their wild relatives, habitat concerns, and issues facing raptors today.

Our raptors have also been the featured performers at Energy Park at the Wisconsin State Fair for the last 15 years. Through dynamic live shows, raptor ambassadors take the stage for unique interactive experiences while spreading awareness of conservation issues, inspiring environmental stewardship, and sharing the successful work We Energies conducts to support wild raptor populations.

The We Energies Foundation is also a strong partner of our Youth Scholarship Program. Through this initiative, Schlitz Audubon educators provide high-quality field trips for free or at minimal cost to children who attend schools where most of the student body experiences economic challenges. The goal of this program is to remove the physical and social barriers that often prevent people who live in lower-income Greater Milwaukee communities from forming strong connections to the natural world.

Outdoor exploration and learning from nature can be transformational experiences for students, and many scholarship program recipients live in neighborhoods with few green spaces or play areas. During the 2022-2023 school year, over 4,100 scholarship students had the opportunity to go ponding at Mystery Lake, hike the glacial terrain of the Kettle Moraine State Forest, or even see a live Peregrine Falcon spread its wings.

New this year, the We Energies Foundation invited Schlitz Audubon to expand our State Fair offerings to highlight our reptile and amphibian ambassadors. In the Wildlife of Wisconsin Program, visitors to Energy Park can look forward to new experiences like watching a fox snake slither along a peg board or touching an ornate box turtle’s grooved shell. Staff and volunteer handlers will share information about each animal’s habitat, role in the environment, and adaptations.

Schlitz Audubon raptor, reptile, and amphibian ambassadors will be at the We Energies State Fair Energy Park August 3-13, 10:00am to 3:15pm.

Thank you again to the We Energies Foundation for helping to power Schlitz Audubon's mission! Your support has connected so many people throughout Wisconsin to environmental education.

ART IN THE MEZZANINE

MARY MENDLA

Through August 27

Sponsor Our Great Hall Turtles

We’re wild about the three native Wisconsin turtles who live in our Great Hall, and we know that many of you are too! Now, in addition to the 15 birds in our Raptor Program, our turtles Emerson, Harley, and Eddie are all available to be symbolically adopted.

Emerson

nors, Harley recently moved into a new tank that resembles a natural riverbed and contains more than double the water of his old one. When you don’t see Harley in his tank, it’s likely that he’s buried himself in the sand.

Eddie

Mary Mendla is an abstract artist based in Southeastern Wisconsin, along the Lake Michigan shore, who has formed a career full of creativity and joy. She creates art that expresses love for the land, especially wild spaces, in an intuitive style. Her work features trees, the forest, shorelines and waterways, and the changing light of the sky as abstract subject matter in her mixed media artwork, including oils, cold wax, and earth and mineral pigments. Mary works and teaches from her studio and gallery in Thiensville, WI.

JOANNA POEHLMANN

September 8 – October 31

Well known by many and a long-time resident of the Great Hall, Emerson is a large common snapping turtle who has been living at the Center since 2000. He lives in a large tank featuring plenty of space to swim, and he likes to maneuver to meet many guests eye to eye. Snapping turtles are Wisconsin’s heaviest and largest turtle species!

Harley

Our spiny softshell turtle, Harley has lived in the Great Hall since 2013. This species has a skin-like shell, and they are often called the “pancake turtle.” Thanks to generous do-

Our newest turtle, Eddie, arrived at Schlitz Audubon in 2020. He’s also a very new resident of the Great Hall, having moved in earlier this year. Eddie is an ornate box turtle, and his species is endangered in Wisconsin. They have a hinge on their lower shell that allows them to pull their limbs into the shell and close it completely!

Your symbolic adoption will help us provide the best living environment and care for each of our turtles while they in turn help our visitors “dive in” to the world of native animals. Adopt your favorite today at www. schlitzaudubon.org/adopt-a-turtle

In Memory Of Raptor Sponsorships

Mary Ellen Adams

Anonymous

Bonnie Behee-Semler

Robert Amich

Cyndie Chiuminatto

Chloe Chiuminatto

James P. Connelly

Anonymous

Joan Glyzewski

Corbett, Carol & Kristen Sheeran

JoAnna Poehlmann is a Milwaukee-based artist who has been making art for over 60 years. She creates graphite drawings, etchings, lithographs, watercolor, mixed media sculptures, and artist books. Her work is centered around the natural world and the beauty and humor she observes in it, also drawing heavily from the history of art and literature. Her works are delicate and meticulous, and have been exhibited nationally and internationally, appearing in several major collections. JoAnna studied at the Layton School of Art, Marquette University, and the University of Wisconsin, all in Milwaukee.

Paul M. Hauer

Carol & Michael Hauer

Dorothy Helmenstine

Catherine Lafleur

Mary Jane Kohn

Steve & Carolyn Dettmann

Frederick R. Ruenzel

Mary Fitzgerald

Elizabeth Soref

Columbia Creek Condo Association

In Honor Of

Lillian Picard

Ned & Mary Witte

Baron von Screech – Eastern Screech Owl

In Honor of Oliver Lueger

Anonymous

Loki – American Crow

Cumberland Elementary School PTO

Tallulah – Turkey Vulture

Joyce Wolburg

Willow – Northern Saw-whet Owl

Anonymous

In Memory of Baby Hope

Jenny Burrie

Zari – Great Horned Owl

Antony Ludwig

In Memory of Ruth Frey

Victoria Popp

Gifts listed in this issue were received between 1/1/23 – 3/31/23