Historic Preservation. Nature Conservation. Outdoor Education

General Info

The Christy Farm Nature Preserve (CFNP) is an Ohio Non-Profit Corporation founded by D. LaMar Christy, Jr. in 1989. Our organization was created to manage and preserve the 147 acres of former farmland, pasture, and over one mile of the winding Muskellunge Creek that was generously donated by D. LaMar Christy Jr. and formerly owned by the multiple generations of the Christy Family. The Christy Farm historically was used to cultivate crops, raise cattle, and nurture work horses and race horses. Since farming operations ceased in the 1980s, the natural hardwood deciduous wetland forests slowly have been regaining their hold over the Muskellunge Creek Valley. Our board of trustees manages the property through active committees. The Christy Farm Nature Preserve Board of Trustees granted a conservation easement to the Black Swamp Conservancy in November 2013. Mission Statement • Preserve nature and the environment on the CFNP property in the context of its historic agricultural use; • Provide a learning environment for area youth groups; • Establish and maintain a refuge for safe and socially acceptable activities with an emphasis on preservation of the ecology; and • Preserve the history of the Christy Family in the Fremont and Sandusky County area. Please call before you visit. Operations Manager: Aly Rumer

Hours

Regular Hours

Mon - Fri:	9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Categories

Nature Centers, Campgrounds & Recreational Vehicle Parks, Parks, Wedding Reception Locations & Services, Youth Camps, Youth Organizations & Centers

Services/Products

Rustic Barn available for weddings and special events. Primitive cabin on the property available for youth groups and scouts.

Payment Options

Location

We are located on Old Oak Harbor Road, which is behind Victory Church, off Sr-19 in Fremont.

Amenities

Providing refuge to local wild life.