John Gallagher Jr. says that he and his family “have been blessed” to own more than 400 acres of breathtakingly gorgeous farmland in Leelanau’s Elmwood Township. Panoramic views from the […]
From the Director: Climate Change and the Leelanau Conservancy
I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do the […]
Joy Riders: Palmer Woods’ Popularity Grows Thanks to Mountain Bike Trails
(From our Fall, 2019 Newsletter). On a Monday morning in early July, a steady stream of cars circulates through the parking lot at Palmer Woods Forest Reserve. It had only […]
New Fern Garden at Palmer Woods Takes Shape
Dr. Dan Palmer has a passion for ferns. The retired physician is the author of two books on the ferns of Michigan and Hawaii. And long before the Leelanau Conservancy […]
Clay Cliffs Autumn Video and Poem
Visit Clay Cliffs with Jen Reid, who captures Autumn’s glory on video. Then, walk a loop with poet Carolyn Zaleon who finds respite here on a summer hike. Thanks to […]
In the Works: New Lime Lake Preserve
Mark Fisher has made his living selling real estate in Leelanau. Years ago, he purchased seven acres along the shores of Lime Lake and thought he might build a home […]
Conservation Buyer Opportunity: 18 Acres with One Building Site in Glen Arbor
Address/Location: Off M22 (ray Street) just south of Glen Arbor heading towards the Narrows. Asking price: $154,900 Township: Glen Arbor School Dist: Glen Lake Acreage: 18 acres (1.6 acres unrestricted for building and […]
Essay: The Healing Power of Nature
While waiting for a hike to begin during Earth Week last spring at Kehl Lake, I felt my phone buzzing in my pocket. Glancing at the screen, I saw it […]
New Boardwalk at Kehl Lake Natural Area Creates Opportunity for Hikers and YouthWork
A new 400-foot boardwalk for hikers is in the works at Kehl Lake Natural Area, which winds through lush ferns, cardinal flowers and towering hemlocks along the lake. The boardwalk […]
DeYoung Natural Area: Restoring the Historic Farmhouse to its Former Glory
Our journey into historic restoration of the 164-year-old DeYoung farmhouse reached a satisfying place this summer. The 191-acre DeYoung Natural Area contains the only remaining buildings of any of our […]
