History of Highland Conservancy
The Highland Conservancy was created as a result of a call to action by Township Supervisor Triscia Pilchowski in 2003. Interested parties met in January of 2004 to formulate a mission statement, establish goals and create a plan of action to protect the rural character and natural resources of Highland Township. The young conservancy became an independent nonprofit organization in 2005. We were mentored and guided by Oakland Land Conservancy (OLC) and our president, Jim Lloyd, is currently a trustee of the OLC. Strong partnerships with organizations such as the OLC, Highland Township officials, and Oakland County Planning and Economic Development Services, and MSU Extension have been important in reaching beyond our borders to help protect land and water. In 2015, the Highland Conservancy merged with Six Rivers Land Conservancy, and we are now working under the umbrella of this nonprofit organization.
The mission of the Highland Conservancy is to "encourage and facilitate the conservation of land and natural resources to preserve the rural character of Highland Township." Our mission reflects our dedication to protecting the horse farms, greenways, natural areas and habitat for wildlife throughout our beautiful township. Some of our current initiatives include:
For more information, call Katheryn Krupa 248-363-8803 or email: artfingers@comcast.net
The mission of the Highland Conservancy is to "encourage and facilitate the conservation of land and natural resources to preserve the rural character of Highland Township." Our mission reflects our dedication to protecting the horse farms, greenways, natural areas and habitat for wildlife throughout our beautiful township. Some of our current initiatives include:
- Facilitating the development of conservation easements, wildlife corridors and green spaces in Highland
- Educating the public about preserving and protecting Highland's lake, streams, parks, and natural areas
- Partnering with other conservancies and organizations to protect land and natural resources in Highland Township
- Working with the township to create guidelines and update ordinances to protect land and critical habitats
- Assisting in stewardship of local parks and land held in conservancy.
For more information, call Katheryn Krupa 248-363-8803 or email: artfingers@comcast.net
