Little Traverse Conservancy
Non-profit OrganizationsMichigan, United States11-50 Employees
Little Traverse Conservancy is a nonprofit organization focused on protecting the natural diversity and beauty of northern Michigan. It preserves land and scenic areas through conservation mechanisms such as easements and the management of nature preserves and working forest reserves, making more than 100 miles of trails accessible to the public. Serving Chippewa, Mackinac, Emmet, Cheboygan, and Charlevoix counties, the conservancy collaborates with local governments and other partners to expand protected lands and public access, addressing the needs of communities that rely on the region’s natural resources and picturesque landscapes. Based in Harbor Springs, Michigan, the organization has a long-standing history dating back to its founding in 1972 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Its work encompasses land protection, public enjoyment of protected areas, and ongoing initiatives such as trail development and regional partnerships, reflecting its role in regional land conservation and environmental education within the nonprofit sector.