Learn About NWA Land Trust and Why It's Important
Class | Registration opens Tuesday, February 3, 2026 10:00 AM
Join Grady Spann, CEO and Executive Director of the Northwest Arkansas Land Trust, for an inspiring and informative program exploring the importance of land protection and how it directly affects our daily lives. Together, we’ll look at how safeguarding land today helps ensure a healthier, more resilient Northwest Arkansas for generations to come.
Participants will learn about the practical tools available to landowners and communities who wish to create a lasting land legacy—whether through conservation easements, partnerships, or community initiatives. You’ll gain a clear understanding of land protection priorities, water source protection, and the critical connections between conservation and quality of life.
This program offers actionable ways for anyone— regardless of background—to get involved and make a difference. Discover the story and mission of the Northwest Arkansas Land Trust. Leave with the knowledge, inspiration, and tools to help protect the natural beauty and resources that sustain us all.
This program will meet in person at OLLI Headquarters (HQ), located at 481 S. Shiloh Drive, Fayetteville, AR 72704. Please read your class reminder email for the exact room location.
Class changes occasionally happen; please watch for (and read) announcements or emails from OLLI regarding your class.
Click on the link below for a Google map shot of our location:
OLLI HQ
Grady Spann
Grady Spann has served as the CEO/ED of the NWALT since 2022. Prior to joining the land trust, he worked for Arkansas State Parks for 29 years with the last six as director of Arkansas State Parks. Grady served in the US Army for nine years as a counter-intelligence officer. He graduated from Henderson State University with a BS in Parks and Recreation. He grew up in Recife, Brazil as a missionary kid.