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Hobson Wildlife Reserve
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St. Clair County, IL | 1.5 acres
Type: Natural Area
Owned by: HeartLands Conservancy
Our role: Forests are critical to the landscape of southern Illinois. So, HeartLands Conservancy preserved this property to protect woods and wildlife. We own and manage this property for wildlife habitat.
This property was donated to HeartLands Conservancy in 2009 by Thomas Hobson in honor of Ed and Pearl Mrovka. Learn more about donating land for conservation.
Hours: The property doesn’t contain trails for general public access given its challenging terrain.
Location & Directions
Located on Davis Avenue in Collinsville, Illinois in St. Clair County.
Trails & Facilities
Given the steep terrain, this site is currently only available for tours. We host periodic tours and announce them through our eNewsletter (you can sign up here). There are no trails, facilities, or parking areas available at this location.
However, there are trails nearby at Willoughby Heritage Farm & Conservation Reserve.
Wildlife & Habitat
Habitat here consists of upland forest. Plants of interest include various oak varieties, cottonwoods, and maples.
Forest and migratory birds, such as barred owls, sparrows, and warblers are prominent in this area.
White-tailed deer, raccoons, and opossums are found here as well.
Regulations
The property is only accessible through guided walks hosted by the HeartLands Conservancy.
As a community-supported conservation organization, your support is important to foster the love of the land, care for the lands we own, and protect additional properties. We therefore want you to know that when you participate in our programs or visit our properties, you do so recognizing that we may use photographs or videos of program participants for educational and promotional use. By visiting our properties, you therefore acknowledge this possibility and convey consent.
Overview
Hobson Wildlife Reserve
The Hobson Wildlife Reserve protects wildlife habitat. Once a part of Ed and Pearl Mvroka’s Farm, their descendent, Thomas Hobson wanted to preserve the forest for wildlife. The upland forest situated in the middle of town is home to a variety of wildlife including raccoons, opossums, owls, and migratory birds.
By conserving this patch of forest, we’re protecting habitat that migratory birds need for rest and for the wildlife that need places of respite in town.
If you would like to find out more about how to create a new public conservation area and conserve wildlife habitat, feel free to call Anna McAtee at (618) 566-4451 ex 23 or email her at an*********@*******************cy.org.
You may find information on our Land Conservation page and Ways to Give page helpful, too.