Please note that the parking lot at Ruscom Shores Conservation Area will be closed for several days, beginning on Tuesday, July 28 as we work to upgrade accessibility at the site. The parking lot is expected to reopen on Friday, July 31. Thank you for your patience during these upgrades.

On Saturday, August 8, the John R. Park Homestead will host a Skills Saturday Workshop Series, in advance of the Lost Arts Festival. Participants are invited to join some of the many talented festival artists for a curated selection of workshops to learn new skills and leave with a finished work of art. “Lost arts often require specialized knowledge and an application of personal style that many modern activities don't demand,” said Homestead Curator Kris Ives. “This can create a sense of...

ERCA is inviting community members to review the draft Collavino Conservation Area Management Plan and share their feedback through an online survey open from July 20 to August 21, 2026. “Community input is an important part of planning for the long-term care of Collavino Conservation Area,” said Kevin Money, ERCA’s Director of Conservation Services. “We want to hear what people value about this special place, what questions or concerns they may have, and how we can balance conservation...