Saving Arcadia

Set against the backdrop of the Great Lakes, this narrative chronicles over forty years of land conservation efforts focused on a significant sand dune on Lake Michigan. Heather Shumaker weaves together personal stories and broader themes of community engagement and environmental stewardship. The book serves as both a captivating adventure and a case study in landscape-level conservation, exploring the complexities of balancing economic needs with the preservation of natural spaces, highlighting the ongoing challenges and triumphs in the fight for ecological integrity.