Preserve Rules and Information
The Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy works hard to balance property use and access with the protection of natural features, unique habitats, and scenic beauty. Our preserves are designed to handle less intense activities than lands managed by state and local units of government across northern Michigan with the preservation of the land and its natural features as our priority.
Permitted Activities
Each preserve is best suited for certain activities (link to activities definition page) indicated by icons for each preserve. Please refer to the recommended activities icons for an appropriate and enjoyable user experience.
Hunting is allowed on designated preserves and all state and federal regulations must be followed. We recommend all visitors wear bright orange clothing during the fall deer hunting season (October-December).
We also welcome educational and recreational use of the preserves and ask our guests to be mindful they are visiting the homes of the plants and animals whose lives depend on the land’s protection and health. If you would like to lead a group hike on one of our preserves, please contact us to make sure that the date is open and there are no conflicting uses on the site.
If you choose to bring a dog to a preserve, it must be kept in your control at all times.
Please refrain from: camping, fires, dumping, littering, removing vegetation, using off-road vehicles, and snowmobiling.
Please contact the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy at 231-929-7911 if you notice a maintenance need or witness an inappropriate activity taking place on a preserve.
