Conservation Stories
Red Brook Metropark created
At the former Harbor Golf Course in Ashtabula County, the clang of an iron hitting a golf ball has officially faded away …
Conservation Stories
Elk Run Preserve created in Columbiana County
A new 91-acre nature preserve has been created in Fairfield Township thanks to the vision of individual landowners and the work of …
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Ohio Land Bank Conference Success
From preservation of historic homes to ecological restoration of vacant lots, this year’s Ohio Land Bank Conference provided plenty of opportunities to …
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Cargill helps to reforest the “Forest City”
More than 30 trees were recently planted in Cleveland with the support of Cargill, Cleveland Metroparks, and Western Reserve Land Conservancy. On …
Conservation Stories
Grand River Wildlife Area grows
Western Reserve Land Conservancy and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife recently worked together to conserve 57.5 acres …
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2018 Ohio Watershed Mini Grant Awards announced
On Oct. 3, Dominion Energy and the nonprofit Western Reserve Land Conservancy awarded $37,500 in grant funding to 17 Ohio watershed groups. …
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Orvis Giveback Days
Orvis Cleveland is pleased to announce their “Giveback Days” event taking place throughout the month of September. The outdoor retailer is partnering …
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Land Trust Accreditation
The land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands …
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New 15-acre Kelleys Island preserve created
Nestled just a few miles off Ohio’s north coast, many appreciate the rich geologic and natural heritage of Kelleys Island – from …
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Help the Land Conservancy win $15,000!
We are incredibly excited to let you know that we’re a part of the Quicken Loans Community Challenge – Cleveland. It’s a …
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Housing Market Recovery in Cuyahoga County: Race and Geography Still Matter
A new report finds that housing abandonment and blight from the foreclosure crisis has split Cuyahoga County into two housing markets, generally …
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Kister Water Mill acquired, restoration set to begin
Small water-powered mills once dotted the early American landscape. Few remain operational today, but thanks to the work of Western Reserve Land …