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Merry Lea is a natural sanctuary located near Wolf Lake, Indiana.  Most of the habitats found in northeastern Indiana are present on Merry Lea. Unique geological features such as peat bogs, a marl pit, and glacial gravel formations are present. Observable management practices include, wetland, prairie, and savanna restorations, as well as sustainable agriculture. A vigorous educational program interprets the significant biological and geological features. Management of the center is guided by a Christian theology of earthkeeping.
 

Our Programs

Public Programs
Throughout the year Merry Lea hosts a number of events for the public.  See what is happening at Merry Lea that you might be interested in joining.

Graduate Program: MA in Environmental Ed
Get a Master's degree in this intensive 11 month program in Environmental Education.

K-12 Programs
Each year over 5,000 kindergarten through 12th grade students participate in environmental education programs at Merry Lea.

Sustainability Semester in Residence
Spend fall semester 2012 living and learning at Merry Lea. This unique interdisciplinary experience for undergrads centers around The Elkhart River Watershed.

Agroecology Summer Intensive
Students learn about sustainable farming practices in this undergraduate summer program.

Institute for Ecological Regeneration
Goshen College launched three new institutes in March 2011. Among them is the Institute for Ecological Regeneration, based at Merry Lea.