The 5,140-acre main property is Archbold Biological Station's greatest asset. Habitat management is a constant concern and is aided by excellent GIS capabilities. Management practices are dictated by both research and conservation priorities. An overall land managment plan for the Station is being developed. Land Management Policies .
All property is fenced and posted.
Firelanes and roads provide access and fire control. Research programs are coordinated to minimize their effects on one another or on populations of threatened or endangered native species . Certain scientific collecting and experimentation is permitted after consultation with staff Research Biologists. Lightning fires were prevalent throughout the region in presettlement times, creating habitats that were adapted to frequent burning. Therefore, fire is a key component of both research and land management at Archbold.