News & Events
KEEPING UP WITH CLEAR LAKE - Clear Thinking Issue 61
July 20, 2025
Welcome summer! As we reach the peak of lake season in July, the energy of Clear Lake remains unmatched. Keeping up with the local activities and projects may seem challenging, but we hope to make it easy. This newsletter simply highlights 10 things to know about the Conservancy this summer. As always, check out our website or contact our office for more details.
CONSERVATION & COMMUNITY - Clear Thinking Issue 59
March 26, 2025
As winter comes to an end and we anticipate the arrival of spring, let’s look ahead to the warmer weather and how you can admire our environment and spend time with the community.
EMBRACING THE SEASON - Clear Thinking Issue 57
November 18, 2024
The leaves fall, the air turns crisp, and we embrace another season to rest and reflect. We find comfort in the cold days spent indoors with a good book and the calm that comes with an early sunset. Our habits shift with the seasons as we use these colder months to slow down, recharge, and plan for the year ahead. At the Conservancy, this time allows us to reflect on our progress and prepare for what's next.
PLANNING FOR A CLEAR FUTURE - Clear Thinking Issue 55
July 30, 2024
With the support of the community, the Conservancy has been focused on preserving and protecting this cherished corner of Northeast Indiana for over 30 years. To uphold our mission and continue our growth, our leadership met this summer to strategically plan the execution of our major goals and our vision for the next 3 to 5 years.
GRATEFUL FOR OUR COMMUNITY - Clear Thinking Issue 53
March 31, 2024
We are grateful for our partnership with the community as we work together to acquire and protect lands that positively impact our water quality at Clear Lake.
RETURNING TO A SPECIAL PLACE - Clear Thinking Issue 51
November 17, 2023
A special place, a special person, a special mission. Welcome back to Clear Lake, Caroline. It's time to continue this journey together to uphold our three guiding pillars, Natural Areas Preservation, Water Quality Enhancement, and Environmental Education as we all focus on this Special Place.
WHO OWNS THIS LAKE? ALL OF US! - Clear Thinking Issue 49
July 24, 2023
We are thankful for a community that has both deep roots and a generous love for OUR LAKE. This is a community that shows it through sharing its time, talents and treasures. The number of ways you support the Conservancy's mission of preserving our natural environment and water quality is what makes Clear Lake OUR LAKE.
CLEAR THINKING Newsletter
January 31, 2023
CLOSING A GREAT YEAR & BEGINNING A NEW CHAPTER
Thank you for a terrific 2022. We begin 2023 and our next chapter with great optimism and energy. Your support and ideas fuel all that we do.
MAKING MEMORIES & FUTURES - CLEAR THINKING Issue 45
September 29, 2022
The joy of summer at the lake is captured in family and friend photos year after year. Our minds can clearly see toddlers floating and splashing in clear, calm waters along docks.
Gifts for everyone - CLEAR THINKING Issue 43
May 24, 2022
Ten gifts for our community.
Count The Ways - CLEAR THINKING Issue 41
January 26, 2022
Happy New Year! We are incredibly grateful for the spirit of community we saw in 2021. Your generosity gives us optimism for our work together in 2022.
Making It Happen - CLEAR THINKING Issue 39
September 15, 2021
Part of the magic of Clear Lake is that many people don’t just want and wish, they make things happen. As another beautiful summer season closes, we have exciting stories to tell about how the community and the Conservancy work together so that future generations will enjoy what we love today...
Paying Attention - CLEAR THINKING Issue 37
May 17, 2021
Few of us are scientists. But, all of us can be naturalists if we are curious about our world and willing to pay attention. Lake life makes it easy to pay attention to clean, sparkling water and the wildlife and plants that surround it...
Strength in Community - CLEAR THINKING Issue No. 35
January 28, 2021
Our community increasingly agrees on one thing – the natural beauty of the land and water here is a shared treasure to be protected. This growing sense of community is the thing we are most grateful for as we look back on 2020.
Passing the Treasure Along
May 23, 2018
VIEW MAY 2018 NEWSLETTER HERE.
SETTING THE STAGE FOR SUMMER - Clear Thinking Issue 60
May 21, 2025
“How quick time goes by now, compared to when you were a kid. Summer used to last forever. Now it’s twelve weeks.” — John Goodman
HAPPY NEW YEAR - Clear Thinking Issue 58
January 29, 2025
We are extremely proud of the progress we’ve achieved and the momentum we bring into 2025 alongside our donors, our volunteers, our staff, and our community. Together, we continue to make a difference.
ACCOMPLISHING OUR MISSION TOGETHER - Clear Thinking Issue 56
September 23, 2024
As autumn approaches and we reflect on another memorable lake season, we realize how truly fortunate we are to be part of this exceptional community that works together to ensure our future generations will enjoy what we love today. Through environmental education, land restoration, and water quality projects, our volunteers and supporters have come together to accomplish amazing goals.
SPRINGING INTO SUMMER - Clear Thinking Issue 54
May 24, 2024
The signs of spring are seen all around Clear Lake in the beauty of our natural world and in the preparations of our homes in anticipation of another summer at Clear Lake. We look forward to gathering with you this summer!
WELCOMING A NEW YEAR - Clear Thinking Issue 52
January 25, 2024
As we step into the new year, we reflect on the past and look forward to the future. It is inspiring to see how the community and volunteers came together to sustain the Conservancy’s work in a time of change.
NEW BEGINNINGS AND NEW OPPORTUNITIES - Clear Thinking Issue 50
September 30, 2023
As summer fades into fall, lake life continues to slow down as cottages are closed until next year. However, the Clear Lake Township Land Conservancy will be hard at work upholding our mission as we continue this journey with New Beginnings and New Opportunities.
SEASONS ARE CHANGING AT CLEAR LAKE - CLEAR THINKING Issue 48
May 25, 2023
Have you had enough cold, wet weather? Are the green leaves, colorful flowers and warm sun welcome sights? Yes, and Yes!
Welcome back to the Lake! The Conservancy kept moving ahead through the winter, even when it wasn’t easy.
THE ART OF TRANSITION & CHANGE - CLEAR THINKING Issue 46
November 17, 2022
The Conservancy is built for transitions. We adapt and change every day, just like the natural environment we manage adapts and changes.
Sweet & Stylish Support - CLEAR THINKING Issue 44
July 22, 2022
What happens when 220 people come together on a beautiful summer night at Clear Lake? Conversation, hugs, smiles, laughter and generous support for the Conservancy!
Echoes of Winter - CLEAR THINKING Issue 42
March 23, 2022
Spring is coming! We can imagine spring beauties popping up even as our eyes look at snow and ice on the lakes.
Community In Action - CLEAR THINKING Issue 40
November 3, 2021
The arrival of fall is another example of our community in action. Executive Director Bridget Harrison expands her family and the Conservancy stays on task as staff and volunteers step up...
Clear Lake Prepares For Battle - CLEAR THINKING Issue 38
July 13, 2021
We want to update everyone on three important projects, beginning with the Aquatic Vegetation Management Project. Following that, you’ll learn about the Cyrus Brouse Clean Stream Project at Settlers Wetland Nature Preserve and the completion of the Brennan Woods Trail...
Volunteer Power - CLEAR THINKING Issue No. 36
March 20, 2021
The arrival of Spring brings thoughts of the work ahead to preserve, protect and manage 100 acres of natural beauty in the Clear Lake Township and watershed. Spring also brings gratitude for the year and winter behind us. We have so much to be grateful for, especially the volunteers and donors who are behind the 2020 accomplishments.
You've Got Connections
March 24, 2020
VIEW OUR MARCH 2020 NEWSLETTER HERE. Plus how we are adapting to the coronavirus pandemic.
KEEPING UP WITH CLEAR LAKE - Clear Thinking Issue 61
July 20, 2025
Welcome summer! As we reach the peak of lake season in July, the energy of Clear Lake remains unmatched. Keeping up with the local activities and projects may seem challenging, but we hope to make it easy. This newsletter simply highlights 10 things to know about the Conservancy this summer. As always, check out our website or contact our office for more details.
SETTING THE STAGE FOR SUMMER - Clear Thinking Issue 60
May 21, 2025
“How quick time goes by now, compared to when you were a kid. Summer used to last forever. Now it’s twelve weeks.” — John Goodman
CONSERVATION & COMMUNITY - Clear Thinking Issue 59
March 26, 2025
As winter comes to an end and we anticipate the arrival of spring, let’s look ahead to the warmer weather and how you can admire our environment and spend time with the community.
HAPPY NEW YEAR - Clear Thinking Issue 58
January 29, 2025
We are extremely proud of the progress we’ve achieved and the momentum we bring into 2025 alongside our donors, our volunteers, our staff, and our community. Together, we continue to make a difference.
EMBRACING THE SEASON - Clear Thinking Issue 57
November 18, 2024
The leaves fall, the air turns crisp, and we embrace another season to rest and reflect. We find comfort in the cold days spent indoors with a good book and the calm that comes with an early sunset. Our habits shift with the seasons as we use these colder months to slow down, recharge, and plan for the year ahead. At the Conservancy, this time allows us to reflect on our progress and prepare for what's next.
ACCOMPLISHING OUR MISSION TOGETHER - Clear Thinking Issue 56
September 23, 2024
As autumn approaches and we reflect on another memorable lake season, we realize how truly fortunate we are to be part of this exceptional community that works together to ensure our future generations will enjoy what we love today. Through environmental education, land restoration, and water quality projects, our volunteers and supporters have come together to accomplish amazing goals.
PLANNING FOR A CLEAR FUTURE - Clear Thinking Issue 55
July 30, 2024
With the support of the community, the Conservancy has been focused on preserving and protecting this cherished corner of Northeast Indiana for over 30 years. To uphold our mission and continue our growth, our leadership met this summer to strategically plan the execution of our major goals and our vision for the next 3 to 5 years.
SPRINGING INTO SUMMER - Clear Thinking Issue 54
May 24, 2024
The signs of spring are seen all around Clear Lake in the beauty of our natural world and in the preparations of our homes in anticipation of another summer at Clear Lake. We look forward to gathering with you this summer!
GRATEFUL FOR OUR COMMUNITY - Clear Thinking Issue 53
March 31, 2024
We are grateful for our partnership with the community as we work together to acquire and protect lands that positively impact our water quality at Clear Lake.
WELCOMING A NEW YEAR - Clear Thinking Issue 52
January 25, 2024
As we step into the new year, we reflect on the past and look forward to the future. It is inspiring to see how the community and volunteers came together to sustain the Conservancy’s work in a time of change.
RETURNING TO A SPECIAL PLACE - Clear Thinking Issue 51
November 17, 2023
A special place, a special person, a special mission. Welcome back to Clear Lake, Caroline. It's time to continue this journey together to uphold our three guiding pillars, Natural Areas Preservation, Water Quality Enhancement, and Environmental Education as we all focus on this Special Place.
NEW BEGINNINGS AND NEW OPPORTUNITIES - Clear Thinking Issue 50
September 30, 2023
As summer fades into fall, lake life continues to slow down as cottages are closed until next year. However, the Clear Lake Township Land Conservancy will be hard at work upholding our mission as we continue this journey with New Beginnings and New Opportunities.
WHO OWNS THIS LAKE? ALL OF US! - Clear Thinking Issue 49
July 24, 2023
We are thankful for a community that has both deep roots and a generous love for OUR LAKE. This is a community that shows it through sharing its time, talents and treasures. The number of ways you support the Conservancy's mission of preserving our natural environment and water quality is what makes Clear Lake OUR LAKE.
SEASONS ARE CHANGING AT CLEAR LAKE - CLEAR THINKING Issue 48
May 25, 2023
Have you had enough cold, wet weather? Are the green leaves, colorful flowers and warm sun welcome sights? Yes, and Yes!
Welcome back to the Lake! The Conservancy kept moving ahead through the winter, even when it wasn’t easy.
CLEAR THINKING Newsletter
January 31, 2023
CLOSING A GREAT YEAR & BEGINNING A NEW CHAPTER
Thank you for a terrific 2022. We begin 2023 and our next chapter with great optimism and energy. Your support and ideas fuel all that we do.
THE ART OF TRANSITION & CHANGE - CLEAR THINKING Issue 46
November 17, 2022
The Conservancy is built for transitions. We adapt and change every day, just like the natural environment we manage adapts and changes.
MAKING MEMORIES & FUTURES - CLEAR THINKING Issue 45
September 29, 2022
The joy of summer at the lake is captured in family and friend photos year after year. Our minds can clearly see toddlers floating and splashing in clear, calm waters along docks.
Sweet & Stylish Support - CLEAR THINKING Issue 44
July 22, 2022
What happens when 220 people come together on a beautiful summer night at Clear Lake? Conversation, hugs, smiles, laughter and generous support for the Conservancy!
Gifts for everyone - CLEAR THINKING Issue 43
May 24, 2022
Ten gifts for our community.
Echoes of Winter - CLEAR THINKING Issue 42
March 23, 2022
Spring is coming! We can imagine spring beauties popping up even as our eyes look at snow and ice on the lakes.
Count The Ways - CLEAR THINKING Issue 41
January 26, 2022
Happy New Year! We are incredibly grateful for the spirit of community we saw in 2021. Your generosity gives us optimism for our work together in 2022.
Community In Action - CLEAR THINKING Issue 40
November 3, 2021
The arrival of fall is another example of our community in action. Executive Director Bridget Harrison expands her family and the Conservancy stays on task as staff and volunteers step up...
Making It Happen - CLEAR THINKING Issue 39
September 15, 2021
Part of the magic of Clear Lake is that many people don’t just want and wish, they make things happen. As another beautiful summer season closes, we have exciting stories to tell about how the community and the Conservancy work together so that future generations will enjoy what we love today...
Clear Lake Prepares For Battle - CLEAR THINKING Issue 38
July 13, 2021
We want to update everyone on three important projects, beginning with the Aquatic Vegetation Management Project. Following that, you’ll learn about the Cyrus Brouse Clean Stream Project at Settlers Wetland Nature Preserve and the completion of the Brennan Woods Trail...
Paying Attention - CLEAR THINKING Issue 37
May 17, 2021
Few of us are scientists. But, all of us can be naturalists if we are curious about our world and willing to pay attention. Lake life makes it easy to pay attention to clean, sparkling water and the wildlife and plants that surround it...
Volunteer Power - CLEAR THINKING Issue No. 36
March 20, 2021
The arrival of Spring brings thoughts of the work ahead to preserve, protect and manage 100 acres of natural beauty in the Clear Lake Township and watershed. Spring also brings gratitude for the year and winter behind us. We have so much to be grateful for, especially the volunteers and donors who are behind the 2020 accomplishments.
Strength in Community - CLEAR THINKING Issue No. 35
January 28, 2021
Our community increasingly agrees on one thing – the natural beauty of the land and water here is a shared treasure to be protected. This growing sense of community is the thing we are most grateful for as we look back on 2020.
You've Got Connections
March 24, 2020
VIEW OUR MARCH 2020 NEWSLETTER HERE. Plus how we are adapting to the coronavirus pandemic.
Passing the Treasure Along
May 23, 2018
VIEW MAY 2018 NEWSLETTER HERE.