On Tuesday, September 15, the Nature Conservancy announced the donation of four undeveloped lots near Lake Michigan by the Chiwaukee Prairie Preservation Fund, Inc. The land will increase the size of the Chiwaukee Prairie State Natural Area, which is open to the public for hiking, cross-country skiing, snow-shoeing, nature photography and wildlife observation.

According to a Nature Conservancy release, Chiwaukee Prairie is designated by the U.S. Department of Interior as a National Natural Landmark and is home to more than 400 native plant species, numerous reptiles, amphibians and small mammals. It also provides crucial habitat for nesting and migratory birds.

To read more about this special announcement, please see the PDF below.

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