The mission of the Oak Heritage Conservancy is to preserve, protect, and conserve lands that have special natural, agricultural, scenic, or cultural significance. OHC will strive to educate the public about the critical importance of honoring land, water, and local culture. We will help private landowners personally protect their land so future generations can enjoy the rural landscapes of southeastern Indiana.
Oak Heritage Conservancy is a 501(c)3 organization that protects land in perpetuity by outright purchase or by accepting donations, bequests or conservation easements. Conservation easements are legal agreements where a landowner retains ownership of a property, but gives up specific rights, usually the right to subdivide and develop, ensuring long-term protection of the land.
Oak Heritage strives to be good stewards as owners and leasers of over 1,100 acres of land. The group does basic activities such as controlling invasive plants, removing trash, and maintaining boundaries. They also complete natural resource inventories with the help of state and federal experts. Sometimes trees are planted to reestablish forests, or trails are built to make the property more accessible to the public. Many properties are left alone to grow and develop naturally.
For more information check out the Oak Heritage Conservancy website.
Partner Category
Partnership Services
Through our partnerships we are able to expand our capabilities through the inclusion of services in areas such as:
- Grant opportunities
- Sponsorship of grants
- Cooperative Agreements
To find out more about how our partner provides services view our partner services below.
