New Preserve on the Clam River

Dec. 14, 2024

Thanks to a generous land donation from Geoffrey Peckham and Patricia Melzer, 120 acres of forest with 1,800 feet of frontage on the Clam River will become a nature preserve and recreation area under the stewardship of the Cadillac Area Land Conservancy. Named “Peckham’s 100 Acre Wood,” the land will remain undeveloped and open to the public for activities such as hiking, picnicking, fishing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, kayaking, and canoeing. According to a press release, “The land conservancy will permanently preserve the natural condition of the property while partnering with Lake Township, in Missaukee County, who will own and manage this gift as a public nature preserve.” The Cadillac Area Land Conservancy encourages folks to think about donating property or putting conservation easements in place to protect our remaining wild lands. Learn more at calc-landtrust.org.

Photo by Geoffrey Peckham