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Communications Manager, Elijah Stewart

Welcome Elijah Stewart!

Hello, ACRES family! I’m thrilled to join ACRES as its new Communications Manager! For the past ten years, I have been the Communication Director for a non-profit in my hometown of Columbia City. I look forward to bringing all those years of experience to ACRES and continuing its mission of protecting land forever. So, what ...

  • 09/22/2023
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Springing into Action: A Plant Rescue

Because protecting land is its mission, ACRES periodically receives calls that require immediate action. Such was the case in April when Freya Berntson, Stewardship Chair of the Northeast Chapter of Indiana Native Plant Society (NE INPS), reached out to ACRES with an urgent request to rescue an endangered violet found on land slated for development. ...

  • 09/06/2023
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Celebrating 10 Years at ACRES

By Heather Barth June 3, 2023, marked the 10th anniversary of my time with ACRES. As I reflect back over the last decade, I am honored to have played a role and astonished at all the organization has accomplished. I first learned about ACRES in a most unexpected way. In 2013 I was working for ...

  • 09/01/2023
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Fawn River Nature Preserve Inventory

A midday sun flashing through the canopy catches the steady ripples of Fawn River. At first glance, it’s a calm sparkling picture. But if you pause to watch and listen, the corridor is full of life! A heron flies overhead as water beetles zip through the duckweed. Dancing damselflies line the shore, aquatic plants are ...

  • 08/18/2023
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Welcome Janelle Windsor!

Welcome, Janelle Windsor! ACRES advancement specialist, Janelle will support ACRES development, outreach and communication efforts.  Janelle has been connected to ACRES Land Trust since 2006. She enjoys nature for various reasons: peace, social outings, spiritual devotion, education, and physical wellness. Over the years, she’s found joy in sharing ACRES preserves with her family and friends. ...

  • 08/12/2023
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Preserving History

By Chris Fairfield, ACRES Volunteer Two years ago, we shared the story of two volunteers spearheading the effort to digitally archive the records for all ACRES properties. Much has changed since then, and we are excited to share an update on all their hard work! ACRES members Carol Spallone and Chris Fairfield remain diligent in ...

  • 08/08/2023
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Expanding Empathy

Written by ACRES member, Joanna Stebing “To meet all things with recognition and empathy” This line from a podcast I listened to recently has stuck with me, and I think it’s a fitting way to start an article about “unloved” or underappreciated species. We might be apprehensive toward these plants and animals for a variety ...

  • 06/16/2023
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ACRES Protects Disko Fen

Disko Fen, a 58-acre preserve located in Wabash County, first caught the eye of conservationists decades ago. This special place features marl and peat wetlands and is home to a variety of sedges and plants like swamp lousewort, lesser fringed gentian and shrubby cinquefoil. Rich Dunbar, regional ecologist with Indiana Department of Natural Resources, noted ...

  • 05/30/2023
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The Power of Nature: A Monthly Mental Health Ritual

We all have our go-to self-care routines, whether it’s curling up with a good book or finding comfort in our favorite meal. But have you ever considered nature as a tool for improving your mental health? For Monica Sweigert and her friend, Tina, spending time outdoors has become a monthly ritual that has profoundly impacted ...

  • 05/01/2023
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2022-2023 Winter Photo Contest Winners

This winter, we challenge you to capture photos that inspire people to value, appreciate and support the places ACRES protects. Your submissions truly reflected the wonder of these natural areas and the joy they bring visitors. We selected five winners from the following categories: Wildlife, People/Pets on Preserves, Selfie, Landscape and Macro Photo. Winners will ...

  • 01/25/2023
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