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Hickory Jack | Conservation Mitigation Easement

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Total Acres

72.2

Project Year

2025

 
Located in Perry & Cape Girardeau Counties in MOconserve restore habitat badge

The Hickory Jack Conservation Easement is located along Apple Creek in Cape Girardeau and Perry Counties. The project encompasses 72 acres of diverse landscapes, featuring a mix of forests, wetlands, and waterways that provide critical habitats for numerous plant and animal species.

The area is home to native forests, riparian buffers, and essential wetland ecosystems, which serve as a refuge for wildlife and contribute to the overall biodiversity of the region. This project is Unique Places to Save’s first conservation easement in Missouri! 

 

Mitigation Partner

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Our Role

Conservation Easement Grantee

Mitigation Type

Wetland & Stream Restoration

About the Authormichael scisco

Michael brings nearly 20 years of experience to his role as Trusted Conservation Advisor at Unique Places to Save. He has worked to conserve over 200,000 acres across the U.S. while securing over $200M in funding and transacting $500M in land and other real estate.

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