Land Trust Events

Hosted by: Red-tail Land Conservancy Since 2001, the Open Space: Art About the Land exhibition has inspired Indiana artists to connect with nature and create works that celebrate the beauty […]

Hosted by: ACRES Land TrustExperience the practice of forest bathing with certified guide Christy Knecht, who will lead you through mindful exercises designed to deepen your connection with nature. Leave feeling refreshed, grounded and more attuned to the rhythms of the forest around you.Space is limited.RSVP by Nov. 10RSVP NowThis is not an ILPA event. […]

Hosted by: Shirley Heinze Land Trust This time of year we turn our attention to removing species with woody stems. Multiflora Rose, bush honeysuckle, oriental bittersweet, and autumn olive are the big four we’re contending with. Invasive species removal is a great way to get an intimate look at the preserve while helping to ensure […]

Hosted by: ACRES Land TrustJoin ACRES Land Trust and the Peggy F. Murphy Grief Center for an outdoor experience designed to support those navigating loss. This guided hike combines the restorative power of nature with gentle movement and compassionate community support.The experience offers opportunities for quiet reflection, meaningful connection with others who understand grief and […]

Hosted by: Shirley Heinze Land TrustJoin us as we celebrate the groundbreaking of our future Regional Conservation Center at 2551 Clifford Rd in Valparaiso!We’ll share our vision for the site and recognize the partners and funders helping make this project possible. As we mark our organization’s 45th anniversary, we’ll also reflect on what this milestone […]

Hosted by: Archaeological Research InstituteFabric dyes with autumn-maturing plants Coloring pages featuring plants identified from the Guard Archaeological Preserve (GAP) & Jennison Guard Drinks and snacks (featuring 2 native teas & native snacks) All Ages Welcome! *Due to the presence of natural dyes, please dress in clothes that can get dirty.This is not an ILPA […]

Hosted by: Shirley Heinze Land Trust As the November evening settles over Meadowbrook Nature Preserve, join Shirley Heinze Land Trust for a peaceful hike beneath the glow of an almost-full moon. With the last light of day fading and the moon beginning to illuminate the landscape, we’ll wander the trails and experience Meadowbrook in its […]

Hosted by: Shirley Heinze Land Trust Once a month, volunteers come together to care for our protected natural spaces. On Tuesday, November 24th, we will visit Ivanhoe South to remove litter so that all members of our communities can enjoy these spaces at their best. By lending a hand, you will join a tradition 45 […]

Hosted by: Shirley Heinze Land Trust Step into the quiet of the night and experience Lydick Bog Nature Preserve beneath the light of the full moon. As darkness settles over the bog, the landscape takes on a different character. Familiar trails become shadowed paths, sounds carry through the stillness, and the moon casts a soft […]

Hosted by: Shirley Heinze Land Trust This time of year we turn our attention to removing species with woody stems. Multiflora Rose, bush honeysuckle, oriental bittersweet, and autumn olive are the big four we’re contending with. Invasive species removal is a great way to get an intimate look at the preserve while helping to ensure […]

Hosted by: ACRES Land TrustSkip the Black Friday crowds and opt outside instead! This special edition of Hikes and Bites heads into Lloyd W. Bender Memorial Forest, where a boardwalk leads visitors over wetland and through a mix of upland forest, floodplain and sedge meadow along the Elkhart River.Afterward, join the group for a local […]

Hosted by: Shirley Heinze Land TrustGive the gift of a Green Earth this Black Friday! Skip the crowds, reconnect with nature, and make a difference by sowing native wildflower seeds at the Great Marsh as we continue re-greening and restoring the wetlands in this unique and beautiful habitat. Come out between 1pm-3pm Central Time to […]