Reptile, Amphibian Enthusiasts Invited On Lilly Center Expedition
The public is invited to explore Wildwood Nature Preserve near Silver Lake for an evening searching for reptiles and amphibians.
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ACRES Land Trust Hosts Winter Photo Contest
ACRES Land Trust is hosting a winter photo contest to get people outside and feeling inspired about nature this season.
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Warsaw Looking Into Two Possible Trail Projects
WARSAW — The city of Warsaw is looking to develop two new trails. One would be along part of Country Club Road on the west side of Winona Lake. The other would be a loop in a privately-owned wetland area between Marketplace of Warsaw and Lake Village Shopping … Read More
Recent Acquisition Adds To Existing ACRES Preserve
KOSCIUSKO — In addition to acquiring 19 acres south of Warsaw, among other larger ecologically rare and unique lands, ACRES Land Trust values the opportunity to work with its neighbors to expand existing nature preserves through smaller acquisitions. “Adding to existing preserves will always be a priority to … Read More
WACF Finds Perfect Fit With Sweeten
SYRACUSE — Paths of people cross in various ways. For the Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation, crossing paths with Dr. Jerry Sweeten has resulted in a relationship and opportunity to gather data for future direction of the foundation. Sweeten will be overseeing a watershed ecology study for WACF. Sweeten … Read More
ACRES’ Neighbors, Funders Expand Wildwood Preserve South Of Warsaw
SILVER LAKE — ACRES Land Trust’s Wildwood nature preserve in Kosciusko County has grown by 19 acres enclosing the preserve’s small pond, thanks to a purchase from neighbor and tenant farmer Roger Wagoner and his wife, Carla. “We’re eager to work with neighbors and funders to expand existing … Read More
ACRES Encourages Citizen Science With Second Annual Bird Blitz, Bird-Watching Workshop
WARSAW — ACRES Land Trust welcomes backyard bird-watchers and avid birders alike to join its second annual Bird Blitz on ACRES preserves in the tristate area from June 3 to 9. To encourage new birdwatchers, ACRES presents “Backyard Birding” at 4 p.m. Thursday, May 3, in Warsaw Community … Read More
Warsaw Community Public Library Announces Upcoming May Adult And Teen Programs
By Amanda McFarland Adult Programming Administrator WARSAW — The following events are set to take place in May at Warsaw Community Public Library. Sally Reuter returns at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 1, to lead participants in creating a painted flower canvas. Register. Drop in Zone takes place Wednesday, … Read More
ACRES Reaches 7,000-Acre Milestone
KOSCIUSKO — Thanks to a recent acquisition of rare prairie in Warsaw, an organization dedicated to preserving land has achieved a significant milestone. ACRES Land Trust recently reached 7,000 acres of land preserved and the non-profit organization reports expectations of many milestones ahead. “Over the past fourteen years, … Read More
KREMC To Award Envirowatts Grants In Honor Of Earth Day
WARSAW — This year, Kosciusko REMC wants to recognize and support the health of our environment by offering Envirowatts grants to area non-profit organizations. This May, Envirowatts funds in the amount of approximately $3,500 will be awarded to three community organizations ACRES Land Trust, KC Recycling and The … Read More
ACRES Preserve Workday Dec. 10
WARSAW — An extremely rare and ecologically significant remnant of native prairie struggling to survive amid Warsaw’s commercial and residential areas is part of ACRES Land Trust’s latest acquisition. The 7-acre prairie found in the newly-acquired Wayne Township Property along U.S. 30 may be the easternmost example of … Read More
ACRES Wildwood is a Different Kind of Nature Preserve
SILVER LAKE — Since 2006, Kosciusko County wildlife enthusiasts have enjoyed the ACRES Wildwood Nature Preserve, drawn by its size and the variety of habitats that make it a unique destination. In fact, Wildwood is part of a distinctive and evolving network of lands set aside not only … Read More
Claxton Woods Timber Is Renewable Gift To ACRES Land Trust
By LETTIE HAVER Outreach Manager ACRES Land Trust SPENCERVILLE — ACRES Land Trust has embarked on a promise to protect from development 93 acres of Claxton family legacy timber. In 40 or 50 years, this land a mile north of Spencerville, will give ACRES a gift; income from … Read More
ACRES’ Wabash County Preserves Bursting With Wildflowers, Spring Celebrations
Spring has sprung on ACRES Land Trust Nature Preserves where for a short time spring wildflowers are bursting into bloom and celebrations abound. Spring wildflowers bloom quickly to get the energy they need from the sun before tree leaves block light from the forest floor. Throughout April and … Read More
Acres Of Wabash Winter Fun
By LETTIE HAVER Community Outreach Manager, Acres Land Trust Frozen waterfalls, more than 60 bald eagles and a short “sugar bush” season make ACRES Land Trust’s Wabash County nature preserves a northeast Indiana outdoor destination right now. “Believe it or not, it’s a great time to visit a … Read More
Kosciusko REMC Announces 2012 Envirowatts Grants
Kosciusko REMC has announced that ACRES Land Trust, Inc. and Housing Opportunities of Warsaw (H.O.W.) have been awarded 2012 Envirowatts Grants to support area environmental-related projects. ACRES will use its 2012 Envirowatts Grant of $1,000 for a youth environmental education program at Wildwood Nature Preserve in Kosciusko County. … Read More