CONSERVATION PRESERVES
UPLC's nature preserves are permanently protected natural areas that safeguard the landscapes of the UP we love. These conserved forests, wetlands, riparian areas, and open spaces are cared for by UPLC with community engagement.
Donating land fully to the Upper Peninsula Land Conservancy provides us with multiple options for conservation. Depending on the land's natural characteristics, we can decide together to create a conservation preserve that is open to the public for recreation such as hiking and photography, or to set aside a wilderness headwater that protects the larger watershed and health of the community. UPLC currently protects and manages 9 Preserves, permanently set aside for our natural communities and the public to enjoy.
Tory’s Woods Preserve is an excellent example of what we can do with donated preserves! The Preserve protects 233 acres of an absolutely beautiful forest area within easy driving distance of Marquette. There are currently three marked trails on the Preserve, where visitors can enjoy a peaceful hike learning about natural forest