Little River Wetlands Project
About the Little River Wetlands Project
We are a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) land trust founded in 1990 with the goal of restoring and preserving wetlands in the valley
of the Little River, a headwater tributary of the Wabash River in Allen and Huntington Counties, Indiana. Our project
area encompasses 25,000 acres of land once known as the Great Marsh, just southwest of Fort Wayne. When
settlers first arrived in this part of Indiana, they found a vast wetland complex teeming with wildlife. We are working to
restore as much as possible of this great and valuable ecosystem.
Little River Wetlands Project has grown from the dream of a small group of conservation-minded citizens, to a mature
organization with a 12-member Board and two-person staff. With the help of its dedicated and generous members,
LRWP now owns almost 900 acres in the Little River Valley, with more acquisitions planned as land becomes
available. Our Eagle Marsh wetland restoration is just beginning while at Arrowhead Marsh and Arrowhead Prairie
much work has been done, native plants are growing, and wildlife is returning in abundance.
Our programs educate people of all ages about wetlands and related nature topics. We are also a good neighbor,
supplying consultation to private parties who wish to preserve or restore their land, opportunities for scientific study to
nearby universities, and recreation in the form of hiking, birding, and nature photography for the 350,000 residents of
Allen County and surrounding areas.
Why Is Our Mission Important?
Wetlands help wild creatures. Much of the wildlife that once thrived on the Great Marsh is now endangered or
threatened in Indiana. By providing much needed habitat, our properties help these precious species survive.
Wetlands benefit people. They offer flood control and act as filters of pollutants, cleansing water for area residents as
well as people and wildlife downstream. They also enhance our quality of life. Children can learn about natural
environments and the plants and animals that live there. Adults can search for birds, stop to look at a rare plant or
animal, and immerse themselves in nature possibly long forgotten. Wetlands are an aesthetic experience, food for the
soul.
How You can Help
Only with your support can Little River Wetlands Project carry out its restorations, land stewardship, and other
programs. Please consider joining LRWP and making a generous contribution now. Or, for information on
volunteering or opportunities for planned giving, please e-mail info@lrwp.org or call us at 260-478-2515.
of the Little River, a headwater tributary of the Wabash River in Allen and Huntington Counties, Indiana. Our project
area encompasses 25,000 acres of land once known as the Great Marsh, just southwest of Fort Wayne. When
settlers first arrived in this part of Indiana, they found a vast wetland complex teeming with wildlife. We are working to
restore as much as possible of this great and valuable ecosystem.
Little River Wetlands Project has grown from the dream of a small group of conservation-minded citizens, to a mature
organization with a 12-member Board and two-person staff. With the help of its dedicated and generous members,
LRWP now owns almost 900 acres in the Little River Valley, with more acquisitions planned as land becomes
available. Our Eagle Marsh wetland restoration is just beginning while at Arrowhead Marsh and Arrowhead Prairie
much work has been done, native plants are growing, and wildlife is returning in abundance.
Our programs educate people of all ages about wetlands and related nature topics. We are also a good neighbor,
supplying consultation to private parties who wish to preserve or restore their land, opportunities for scientific study to
nearby universities, and recreation in the form of hiking, birding, and nature photography for the 350,000 residents of
Allen County and surrounding areas.
Why Is Our Mission Important?
Wetlands help wild creatures. Much of the wildlife that once thrived on the Great Marsh is now endangered or
threatened in Indiana. By providing much needed habitat, our properties help these precious species survive.
Wetlands benefit people. They offer flood control and act as filters of pollutants, cleansing water for area residents as
well as people and wildlife downstream. They also enhance our quality of life. Children can learn about natural
environments and the plants and animals that live there. Adults can search for birds, stop to look at a rare plant or
animal, and immerse themselves in nature possibly long forgotten. Wetlands are an aesthetic experience, food for the
soul.
How You can Help
Only with your support can Little River Wetlands Project carry out its restorations, land stewardship, and other
programs. Please consider joining LRWP and making a generous contribution now. Or, for information on
volunteering or opportunities for planned giving, please e-mail info@lrwp.org or call us at 260-478-2515.
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| Heronry in the Little River Valley. |
| New England Aster at Arrowhead Prairie. |
| Bat nesting box at Eagle Marsh. |