Merry Lea is a premier center for ecological studies and restoration in northeast Indiana

Learn about Rieth Village

Our New Ecological Field station constructed with the best practices in green and sustainable building design.   **Platinum Rating Announced**

Nature Photography Workshop

Photographer and entomologist Dave Miller leads Natural History for Nature Photographers. 
October 9th - 12th.


Rieth Village Receives Governor's Award for
Environmental Excellence

Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) Commissioner Thomas Easterly presented the award to Luke Gascho, Merry Lea's Executive Director, September 17 at the Pollution Prevention Conference and Trade Show in Plainfield, IN.
Govenor's Award


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