When we protect our forests, farmland, and wetlands, we protect our future.
We need nature. Vibrant ecosystems contribute to cleaner air, water, and soil and a better quality of life.
Legacy Land Conservancy helps people connect with and care for Southern Michigan’s land and water for everyone’s benefit—now and always.
Discover Your Path
Conserve Your Land
Learn how you can preserve your property’s unique natural and agricultural values. Learn more.
Visit a Preserve
Plan a trip to one of Legacy’s public nature preserves for hiking, birdwatching, and more. Find a preserve.
Volunteer with Us
View opportunities for hands-on help, from photographing the land to removing invasive species. Become a volunteer.
Michigan’s First Local Land Trust
Legacy Land Conservancy has proudly led the local conservation movement for more than 55 years. Legacy has helped to conserve 11,000 acres through conservation agreements, public preserves, partnerships with other conservation groups, and more.
News
A Milestone Years in the Making
Co-authored by Allene Smith, Senior Land Protection Specialist and Pam Bierzynski, Communications Manager – After five years of careful effort, collaboration, and trust-building, Legacy Land Conservancy is celebrating a major land protection milestone. In December, we…
A New Season of Preserve Engagement
By Kyler Moran, Preserve Stewardship Manager – This season, spending time on Legacy’s preserves will look a little different, and we couldn’t be more excited. After careful planning, thoughtful collaboration, and intentionally growing our team, Legacy is reshaping…
The Work That Happens Before the Wildflowers Bloom
One by one I carefully separate milkweed seeds from the silky white fluff that carries them through the wind. I delicately pull apart bee balm seed heads releasing dozens of tiny seeds from the dry plant material. It’s a tedious task in a long list of jobs for our…
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With your support, we can continue to ensure that Southern Michigan’s irreplaceable landscapes remain diverse, resilient, thriving, and accessible for all.