April 9, 2021
Taking good care
Karen Olson reflects on her service as Preserve Steward of B.D. White Nature Preserve.
Author: Land Conservancy
April 9, 2021
Focal Region Feature: Eastern Glacial Corridor
The Land Conservancy of West Michigan’s Strategic Conservation Plan identifies three regions where we will focus conservation efforts. In this article, we explore the Eastern Glacial Corridor in a Q&A with LCWM Stewardship Director Justin Heslinga. Can you speak to the ecological importance of the Eastern
April 9, 2021
Support that sustains
For the Braymans, monthly donations are a way to give back to nature.
April 9, 2021
Dune Harbor Park: Protecting a lakeshore haven for all
Warm sand between your toes, bright sun on your skin, the whisper of the breeze blowing through marram grass—these are just a few of the ways a walk along the shore of Lake Michigan awakens the senses. These qualities of the shoreline have made it
April 9, 2021
Joining forces to protect our resources
New project enlists Rogue River Tree Army to plant 31,000 trees.
April 9, 2021
The Cok Family legacy: A protected respite on the shores of the Rogue River
The Cok Family recently amended their conservation easement, protecting more vital natural lands in the Rogue River watershed.
Winter’s Work: Preserve Stewardship Update
After the winter chill sets in, and the dormant plants’ myriad hues of brown are covered by a crisp white blanket, fieldwork still beckons for the staff of the Land Conservancy of West Michigan. Although the bulk of our work requires plants to be green and actively growing, there is still plenty to do after the leaves fall. So,
2021 Native Plant & Tree Sales in West Michigan
Spring is coming! Now is a great time to start thinking about which native plants and trees you will grow in your yard this year. Why native plants? There are many reasons to landscape your yard with native plants. Plants that are native to our region provide
Land Conservancy of West Michigan announces new executive director
Kim Karn, the organization’s development director, will lead the organization effective February 8, 2021.
Holiday Hike Challenge Results!
This holiday season, many of you set out to find the big red holiday bows hanging on trees in 16 of our nature preserves. You travelled across West Michigan with your friends, family and pets and discovered gorgeous natural places—some for the first time! A hearty thanks to everyone who participated in our Holiday Hike Challenge! Today we