Jim and Toddy spent their careers immersed in the local farming community. Now, their cherished orchards will be farmland forever. Photos by Mark Smith Jim Nugent and Toddy Rieger are […]
Category Archives: Land Protection
Rove Winery Blends Family Tradition with Conservation
The Gallagher family have a vision for the future as they secure a Conservation Easement on their beloved vineyard. With roots stretching back generations, they are not just cultivating grapes […]
Kiessel Farms Preserved for Future Generations
From Christmas trees to cherries, the Kiessel brothers’ journey has created a farming legacy passed on to the next generation. Bill and Don Kiessel bought what is now Kiessel Farms […]
Multigenerational Nelson Farm Permanently Protected
At the tip of the peninsula, Gene and Kathy Garthe’s commitment to land conservation paves the way for continued sustainable agriculture and environmental preservation. Photos by Mark Smith Many of […]
Land Trust Alliance Accreditation Notice
The land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. The Leelanau Conservancy is pleased to announce […]
Omena Heights Smith Orchards Permanently Protects 134 Acres
Omena Heights is a picturesque area nestled within Leelanau County, renowned for its natural beauty and panoramic vistas overlooking Grand Traverse Bay. The Smith Orchards are part of the idyllic […]
Preserving Our Future: Strengthening Local Forests Against Climate Change
In the heart of Palmer Woods Forest Reserve, a pioneering effort is underway to fortify nature’s defenses against the onslaught of climate change. Through innovative strategies and community collaboration, the […]
Stites Natural Area Addition Adds 20 Acres
Just off the beaten path of downtown Suttons Bay is Stites Natural Area. The 1.6 miles of trail surrounded by lush woodlands is a favorite hike among locals and visitors […]
Eighty Acres Adjacent to Villa Marquette Permanently Protected
On a summer day in Omena, you might hear hymns from a boat in the bay. Villa Marquette is a Jesuit property sitting on the shores of Omena Bay where […]
Parker Family Protects 153 Acres of Farmland
By: Brighid Driscoll More than 150 acres of Solon Township farmland was recently protected with a perpetual conservation easement. This project is possible thanks to Wes Parker, his siblings, the […]
