A tiny invasive pest is causing big problems for our eastern hemlocks. Our team is working hard to catch the problem early and protect our forests’ health. Collecting the environmental DNA of nearly invisible insects and swirling […]
Category Archives: Stewardship
Mystery of the Michigan Monkey Flower
Every summer, Leelanau Conservancy land stewards survey for a rare, bright-yellow bloom found only in Michigan—one that still has researchers puzzled. Wildflowers grow plentiful across our great state, blooming in […]
Caring for Leelanau’s Forests, One Tree at a Time
In Leelanau, our forests are more than beautiful places to recreate. Trees provide habitat, clean air and water, and help combat the effects of climate change. As we celebrate Earth […]
Seeking Stream Samplers
The LC Stream Samplers program collects data on water quality for 19 different streams in Leelanau. Volunteers work in teams of 2, and take samples and data for their assigned […]
Secrets of the Swamp: Finding Herpetofauna at Cedar River Preserve
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 […]
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 […]
The Therapeutic Effects of Forest Bathing
Time spent in nature has impressive healing powers for mind and body. By Brighid Driscoll Growing up, I spent a lot of time with my grandmother. Her way of living […]
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 […]
