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"The Land is Something That Lasts" Completion of Rye Conservation Easement Some people may be surprised to learn that wilderness still exists in southern Michigan, but Rye Eggerstedt knows this firsthand and is taking action to protect it. Rye and members of his...
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We are excited to announce that Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy has received a $116,000 grant that will help us to protect an important tributary of the Thornapple River! The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (DEGLE) awarded the grant...
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A good steward knows no bounds. Bob Linderman, owner of the aptly named 65th Street Farm Conservation Easement, fits that mold. Take one walk with him and the love he has for his land is undeniable. What’s more, Bob sees himself as a protector of the dirt road that...
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“Do unto those downstream as you would have those upstream do unto you.” ― Wendell Berry Ed and Kathy Knox know that their property has a special significance that extends beyond its boundary lines. With a portion of the East Branch of the Paw Paw River running...
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As 2017 comes to a close, landowners and SWMLC staff both hurry to complete their land protection projects before the turn of the year . . . Last week, Pete and Emily met with Pam Dewey, who has donated a conservation easement on her Barry Township property to SWMLC,...