Dive into the captivating world of herpetology as a team of experts explore the Cedar River Preserve, revealing the important role of wetland habitat for reptiles and amphibians. Director of […]
Category Archives: Stewardship
Wildflower Rescue’s Enduring Legacy in Leelanau County
For 25 years, volunteers have helped rescue wildflowers and native plants, cultivating community and nurturing biodiversity in Leelanau’s woodlands. Every spring in Leelanau County, a group of dedicated volunteers quietly […]
Deer Impact on Forests: Inside Leelanau Conservancy’s Deer Exclosure Experiment
Biodiversity is important for all natural landscapes. Plant and animal wildlife impact each other in various ways, with deer having a particularly powerful effect on plant life. Within Palmer Woods […]
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 […]
Wildflower Rescue Reaches 25th Anniversary of Saving Leelanau Wildflowers
Celebrating 25 years of blooming success, the Leelanau Conservancy’s Wildflower Rescue Committee continues its important work. Since 1999, Wildflower Rescue has been on a mission to protect our native blooms […]
New Trails; New Adventures
Photos by: Mark Smith We’re excited to offer four new trails for you to explore this fall. Whether they’re within a natural area you already love, or a brand new […]
Going The Distance
“Slow is smooth, and smooth is fast,” Martin and Stacy Kimpston kept in their heads while training for the 35 Miles for 35 Years Trail Challenge. The Trail Challenge is […]
Lighthouse West Natural Area Grows by 27 Acres
Thousands of birds make Lighthouse West a stop on their migration journeys. Thanks to your support, more of this tip-of-the-peninsula bird paradise is protected and now connects to state land. […]
Leave No Trace
A new Conservancy partnership We are pleased to announce that we have become an official Community Partner with Leave No Trace, the international organization that teaches best practice principles for […]
Take a journey with us…
When thinking about how to celebrate 35 years of protecting Leelanau, we wanted to do something that invites all trail lovers to immerse themselves in the beauty of Leelanau and […]
