Let's get outside and explore nature. Join us for a field exploration at a protected property in Geauga county. We’re sure to see many dragonflies and damselflies darting around the ponds as we walk through this serene private preserve. Nature Quests are for children. A parent or guardian is required to accompany children on their […]
Join us at Messenger Century Farm for an evening devoted to blueberries! The Belew family, Bill & Dee and Billy & Amy, will welcome attendees to their farm for tours and blueberry picking. Come learn what it takes to grow acres of blueberries. Messenger Century Farm is a beautiful working farm that is under permanent […]
Most people think of the tropics when wild orchids are mentioned but did you know Ohio is home to nearly 50 different native species itself? Orchids comes in all shapes, sizes, and colors and often regarded as some of the world’s most stunning and popular plants. Join Andrew Lane Gibson for this virtual program as […]
Spend an evening exploring the diversity of moths with Naturalist Judy Semroc. We’ll set up different light stations at a private property in Columbia Station that holds a conservation easement with the Land Conservancy. Participants will take a short hike and then settle in to see which species of moths we attract at this 43-acre […]
Join us for a unique evening as we survey the bat population at our Signature Blue Heron Preserve. Ecologist Jason Whittle will share is knowledge on bats and other wildlife that come out at night. In addition to bat banding, he will set up a light station to document moth diversity at the preserve. Blue […]
Join us virtually for the presentation “Late Summer & Fall Plantings to Aid Pollinators & Migratory Species” with Judy Semroc. This program will discuss planting options for attracting and aiding migratory species and late season pollinators. It is especially important for our insect species to get enough food in order to make it through the […]
The Land Conservancy is pleased to partner with the Kirtland Bird Club of Northeast Ohio to host a virtual presentation and chat with author Jonathan C. Slaght about his book, Owls of the Eastern Ice: The Quest to Find and Save the World’s Largest Owl. From 2006-2010, Jonathan Slaght studied Blakiston’s fish owls in Russia […]
Join us in caring for one of our largest planting sites! We will be re-installing deer caging, pruning dead branches, weeding, mulching, and picking up trash. Depending on the weather, we will also water trees. This is essential care that will help our trees continue to thrive. We’ll provide tools, gloves, and snacks; however, we […]
Join the Ohio Mushroom Society for a mini-foray at the Western Reserve Land Conservancy’s 116- acre Brown Conservation Easement in Greenfield Twp, Huron County. We’ll explore the property’s rich woods which contains a meandering tributary to the Huron River. The property also offers beautiful meadows and ponds. Our experts will end the day with detailed […]
Each September, Monarch butterflies make their journey south to Mexico. They are often seen in great numbers along our Lake Erie shoreline, where they stop to rest and refuel. Join Naturalist Judy Semroc for a Monarch tagging event at the Cleveland Lakefront Nature Preserve. If the weather cooperates, we will see large numbers of Monarchs—awarding […]
This is another site that needs our love and care! We will be installing deer caging before the rutting season, weeding, refreshing mulch, adjusting stakes and ties, and cleaning up any litter on the two planting sites near the school. In addition to this, we will be planting a handful of trees that will replace […]
Join us at the Western Reserve Land Conservancy’s Forthofer conservation easement in Wellington, OH for a late summer hike. This 142-acre property contains a forest with a rich mix of trees, as well as meadows filled with attractive pollinator plants. If the weather is right, we’re sure to see lots of butterflies! The 142-acre Forthofer […]