Little Traverse Conservancy
Working to protect the scenic and
natural character of Northern Michigan

	Autumn drive in Emmet County (Todd Parker)

Last year (2004), landowners and partners worked
with the Little Traverse Conservancy to protect
a total of 2,102 acres and nearly four miles of water frontage.

Since 1972, the Conservancy has protected 24,700 acres
and more than 70 miles of lake and stream frontage
for public use and enjoyment. (updated September, 2005)

Latest News
Fall 2005 newsletter (PDF) 1.4 MB

New Trail at Round Island Point Preserve
The Conservancy's stewardship staff was busy this past summer constructing boardwalk to complete a new trail at the Round Island Point Preserve in Chippewa County. Located in Chippewa County approximately 20 minutes west of Sault Ste. Marie, the Round Island Point Preserve consists of 884 acres and more than 1½ miles of Lake Superior shoreline. There are two “halves” of the new trail that form a 1½ mile loop, taking you through balsam fir woods, a pine plantation, and across a small bog. The bluff portion of the trail offers spectacular views of a river and Round Island Point, especially in the winter. But don't miss the opportunity for a fall hike to this beautiful preserve! Click here for full article

A trail over a bog at the Round Island Point Preserve.

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A Labor of Love
Retired wildlife biologist Doug Whitcomb and his wife Bernie, a long-time educator in Wolverine schools, have been caring for their 287-acre property for more than two decades. The varied wildlife plantings they have sown over the years have encouraged numerous species to thrive, including the Pigeon River Country’s elk herd. Two creeks and the Sturgeon River flow through the land, part of the Cheboygan River Watershed.
Click here for full article

Doug and Bernie Whitcomb's property (credit Todd Parker)

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Helping the Community...
Helping the Land
“I’ve always wanted to do something for young people,” said Ceejay Heckenberg, a seemingly grand understatement to those whose children - or they themselves - have participated in an equestrian class at Black Forest Hall or played soccer in Harbor Springs. The corner of Hoyt and Quick Roads has been a community centerpiece for nearly 30 years. And now, thanks to a conservation easement donated by Heckenberg, the 25 acres of land will remain so for many, many decades to come.Click here for full article

Ceejay Heckenberg looks over one of the paddocks at the Black Forest Hall.

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Little Traverse Conservancy
3264 Powell Road
Harbor Springs MI 49740