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The Acorn E-news: September 2026

Check out the September edition of The Acorn e-newsletter for volunteer opportunities, upcoming events, and updates from NICHES.

It's Jack-O'-Lantern Carving Time

NICHES Land Trust is looking for volunteer pumpkin carvers to help transform Clegg Memorial Gardens into a magical autumn experience during our annual Jack-O'-Lantern Hike on October 29 - 31, 2026.

Creek Clean Ups Make a Big Impact Despite Challenging Conditions

This year's creek cleanup season came with an extra challenge: historic rainfall and unusually high water levels brought on by a "Super El Niño" year. Even so, NICHES Land Trust volunteers and partners found ideal windows to safely get on the water and make a lasting difference for our local waterways.

The Acorn E-news: August 2026

Check out the August edition of The Acorn e-newsletter for volunteer opportunities, upcoming events, and updates from NICHES.

2026 Black Rock Society Dinner is September 19

Join fellow Black Rock Society members for an evening of fellowship, appreciation, and celebration on Saturday, September 19.

Williams Woods Restoration Reaches Major Milestone with Large-Scale Prairie Project

One of the most ambitious habitat restoration projects in NICHES Land Trust's history is entering a transformative new phase.

The Acorn E-news: July 2026

Check out the July 2026 edition of The Acorn e-newsletter for volunteer opportunities, upcoming events, and updates from NICHES.

Winds of Change: Looking to the Future of Moyer-Gould Woods

A tornado touched down at Moyer-Gould Woods, leaving toppled trees and broken branches in its wake.

Following Footsteps

Some conservation stories begin with a rare species discovery or a major land acquisition. Others begin with a walk in the woods.

The Acorn E-news: June 2026

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Check out theJune 2026 edition of The Acorn e-newsletter for volunteer opportunities, upcoming events, and updates from NICHES.