From the countryside to the city, Western Reserve Land Conservancy’s projects make news. Check out some of the stories people are talking about.
New Columbiana County park created
Hikers and bikers along the Little Beaver Creek Greenway Trail in Columbiana County will have a new stop to enjoy in 2019! …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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. …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …