Son completes father's 33-year-old wetland restoration project in St. Joseph County

A son in St. Joseph County has completed a wetland restoration project originally started by his father in 1993. The restored wetland spans nearly 48 acres and now serves as a habitat for native wildlife. Federal conservation programs were instrumental in funding and facilitating the restoration effort. The land has been granted permanent protection, securing its future as a wildlife refuge. The completed project stands as a lasting legacy honoring the father's decades-long conservation vision.