Squiers Preserve

Washtenaw County Natural Areas Preservation Program (NAPP)

On May 1, 2007, Washtenaw County acquired another new natural area, the Squiers Preserve in Sylvan Township. This 50-acre parcel has quite a nice diversity of habitat types including dry-mesic southern forest, buttonbush swamp, hardwood swamp, sedge meadow and marsh. The most unique aspect of the preserves hydrology is the presence of artesian springs which seep to the surface in several areas. Pressure from the upward seepage of one of the springs has created a peat dome along the eastern boundary of the property.

Like several other properties acquired through the Natural Areas Preservation Program, NAPP funds were used to purchase a conservation easement from the Squiers family. The easement allows for public access and the property will be managed as a nature preserve by Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation. The Squiers family retains title to the land.

Directions:  Directions for this preserve have been removed until we are able to provide adequate parking facilities.