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.
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Conserve Your Land
Learn how you can preserve your property’s unique natural and agricultural values. Learn more.
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Plan a trip to one of Legacy’s public nature preserves for hiking, birdwatching, and more. Find a preserve.
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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.
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Local Wetlands Protected, Amplify Regional Effort to Improve Lake Erie Water Quality
Legacy Land Conservancy has permanently protected 28.5 acres of wetlands and forest in Norvell Township, adding to a growing network of conserved lands near the headwaters of the River Raisin. The Watters project, located in the southeast corner of Jackson County…
Partnership and Persistence Drive Shatter Preserve Parking Project Toward the Finish Line
After nearly ten years of partnership between Legacy Land Conservancy and Salem Township, the finish line is finally in sight for the Anthony & Rose Shatter Family Preserve parking lot. Although our start date is weather dependent, construction will begin this…
When Passion Meets a Preserve
By Maddy Gackenbach, Preserve Stewardship Associate Shortly after I began working for Legacy last spring, I met David Cappaert, a local entomologist, volunteering at a Legacy workday. We immediately bonded over our shared love for insects. I talked his ear off about…
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Build Your Legacy
With your support, we can continue to ensure that Southern Michigan’s irreplaceable landscapes remain diverse, resilient, thriving, and accessible for all.