Size: 14.99 acres

Established: 2009

Donors: John & Dorothy Tiedje

Status: Open to the Public

Protection: Donated

Photo by Cathy Quinlan

Background:

Tiedje Woods was donated to TTLT by John and Dorothy Tiedje of Sarnia, ON. As life-long naturalists, the Tiedje’s had purchased the land 20 years previously to enjoy and protect its natural features. It is now a natural legacy entrusted to TTLT. Tiedje Woods lies within the boundaries of the Ausable River Valley. This nature reserve is an Area of Natural and Scientific Interest (ANSI) and an Ausable River Valley Carolinian Canada site. It has been certified as ecologically sensitive through the Eco-Gift Program administered by the Canadian Wildlife Service.

Size: 23 acres

Established: 2021

Donors: Ann & Fritz Wachner

Status: Not Open to the Public

Protection: Donated

Photo by Payton Landsborough

Background:

Located in Thames Centre, Wachner Nature Preserve was generously donated to TTLT by Ann and Fritz Wachner, a couple who previously lived on the land and remained dedicated to its conservation throughout their time there. The Wachner’s spent much time planting a diverse range of native trees, which has created an arboretum in the meadow habitat.

Size: 49.66 acres

Established: 2013

Status: Open to the Public

Protection: Purchased

Photo by John St. Pierre

Background:

Located in the Municipality of Southwest Middlesex, Wardsville Woods and other surrounding land was owned by Singleton Gardiner during the early 1800’s. Historically, this nature reserve was used as cattle pasture and agricultural activities. More recently, Wardsville Woods was a golf course until it was purchased by TTLT.