A major electric utility company and a nonprofit land trust may not seem like plausible research partners. But American Electric Power (AEP) is teaming up with Athens Conservancy in southeastern Ohio to study the effectiveness of native grass and wildflower seed mixes and how prolifically they’ll grow following utility construction projects. Athens Conservancy is providing…

Athens Conservancy announces the creation of a new nearly-71-acre nature preserve – described as an exceptional property with mature forests, scenic rock formations, and an abundance of wildflowers and wildlife — just north of Athens. The land was purchased chiefly through a fund that was generously established last year in memory of a passionate, local…

Thank you all who joined us to officially open the John Knouse Trail last Saturday! It was an absolutely gorgeous day, and we hope everyone enjoyed the ribbon-cutting, stories and anecdotes about our friend John, snacks, bandanas, and some beautiful hiking! If you were not able to be there, be sure to check out the…