Causes: Animals, Botanical Gardens & Arboreta, Environment, Environmental Beautification, Environmental Education, Protection of Endangered Species

Mission: Establish and maintain tree and plant collections, gardens and natural areas for the benefit of the visitors to and residents of the Northwest Indiana region.

Results: A beautiful dog-friendly oak preserve of formal gardens, woodlands, wetlands and prairies that offers a variety of events, classes and exhibits. Guests can explore the diverse landscape via approximately 4 miles of hiking trails. Taltree is home to many endangered and rare species. Its formal garden displays include the Oak Islands, Children’s Adventure Garden, the Taltree Railway Garden and the Native Plant Garden.

Target demographics: nature lovers

Geographic areas served: Northwest Indiana

Programs: environment conservation classes, docent-led hikes and more