FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – Where the Elkhorn Creek and Sulphur Lick meet in the Peaks Mill area of northern Franklin County, Lee and Betty Troutwine have stewarded 100 acres, including nearly a mile of Elkhorn Creek frontage, for about 40 years.
Through two public fishing access points, they’ve shared this space with thousands of visitors over the years. In late 2024, as they prepared to celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary, they also celebrated the peace of mind that comes with knowing this special place will remain undeveloped in the future.
The Troutwines entered their land into a voluntary conservation easement with Woods and Waters Land Trust, a Frankfort-based nonprofit dedicated to the natural resources of the Lower Kentucky River Watershed. In addition to generous community support, Woods and Waters Land Trust received funding for the due diligence work on this easement from Atira Conservation…