About Merry Lea

Merry Lea is a natural sanctuary located near Wolf Lake, Indiana.  Management of the center is guided by a Christian theology of earthkeeping. 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.

The resources of land and people at the Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center of Goshen College are dedicated to:

• Providing a natural sanctuary for northern Indiana's plants and animals
• Providing environmental education for people of all ages
• Providing a setting for re-creating opportunities that benefit the human body and spirit while not exploiting the land or excessively disturbing its ecosystems