--- title: Bob O Link Greenspace description: Join the Sigafus family in enhancing our community's greenspace, protecting local ecosystems, and promoting well-being through nature conservation and volunteer efforts. image: https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hubfs/Greenspace%20Logo%20copy%20(2).png --- [Skip to content](https://bobolink-greenspace.com#main-content) [![Greenspace Logo copy (1)](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Greenspace%20Logo%20copy%20(1).png?width=1452&height=474&name=Greenspace%20Logo%20copy%20(1).png)](https://bobolink-greenspace.com) - [CALENDAR](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/bol-greenspace-calendar) - [GOALS](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/the-big-picture-goals) - [PLAN](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/5-year-conservation-plan) - [ZONES](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/management-zones) - [JOURNAL](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/chronicle-of-activities) - [PHOTO GALLERY](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/stewardship-photo-gallery) - [INVASIVES](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/invasive-species) - [NATIVES](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/restoration-plantings) - [CONTACT US](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/contact-us) - [COMMITTEE](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/greenspace-stewardship-committee) - [BLOG](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/blog) [JOIN THE CAUSE](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/contact-us?hsLang=en) ## one thing we all have in common is the environment WELCOME TO THE [![Welcome to the Bob O Link Greenspace](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Greenspace%20Logo%20copy%20(2).png?width=800&height=261&name=Greenspace%20Logo%20copy%20(2).png)](https://www.hubspot.com/) [![Bob O Link Greenspace Neighborhood Survey](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Bob%20O%20Link%20Greenspace%20Neighborhood%20Survey.png?width=298&height=298&name=Bob%20O%20Link%20Greenspace%20Neighborhood%20Survey.png)](https://40hni5.share-na2.hsforms.com/25GDjH3RjQPSpPU8MkFcZqg) PRIVATE PROPERTY GENEROUSLY SHARED WITH NEIGHBORS [**VIEW THE SURVEY**](https://40hni5.share-na2.hsforms.com/25GDjH3RjQPSpPU8MkFcZqg) [![Nature in our Neighborhoods Upcoming Events](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Nature%20in%20our%20Neighborhoods%20Upcoming%20Events.png?width=300&height=300&name=Nature%20in%20our%20Neighborhoods%20Upcoming%20Events.png)](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/chronicle-of-activities?hsLang=en) [![Symbolic Monarch Migration in the Greenspace (2)](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Symbolic%20Monarch%20Migration%20in%20the%20Greenspace%20(2).png?width=628&height=628&name=Symbolic%20Monarch%20Migration%20in%20the%20Greenspace%20(2).png)](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/symbolic-monarch-migration?hsLang=en) [![Nature in Our Neighborhoods\_October 24](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Nature%20in%20Our%20Neighborhoods_October%2024.png?width=300&height=300&name=Nature%20in%20Our%20Neighborhoods_October%2024.png)](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/creating-natural-play-areas?hsLang=en) [![Saturday Workdays in the Greenspace](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Saturday%20Workdays%20in%20the%20Greenspace.png?width=300&height=300&name=Saturday%20Workdays%20in%20the%20Greenspace.png)](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/blog/restoring-elm-fork?hsLang=en) ## Keystone Project Since 2010, our neighborhood has partnered with Friends of Wolf Run to obtain matching grants to strengthen the riparian zone and stabilize the banks of the Elm Fork of Vaughn's Branch that runs the length of Bob O Link Dr. [LEARN MORE \> Restoring Elm Fork](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/blog/restoring-elm-fork?hsLang=en) --- ## The Big Picture We've expanded our work beyond the riparian zone to create a conservation plan for the entire 3-acre property.  This includes neighboring greenway properties as owners join the efforts to protect our valued space.  [LEARN MORE \> The Big Picture](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/the-big-picture-goals?hsLang=en) [mailto:steward@bobolink-greenspace.com](mailto:steward@bobolink-greenspace.com) [New! Follow on Instagram!](https://www.instagram.com/bobolink_greenspace/) [![Adopt a Spot Home Page](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Adopt%20a%20Spot%20Home%20Page.png?width=400&height=400&name=Adopt%20a%20Spot%20Home%20Page.png)](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/adopt-a-spot?hsLang=en) #### Log Independent Work Hours If you work on your own in the greenspace (outside of group events), picking up trash, removing invasives, or planting natives, please log your hours  **[Volunteer Hours Capture Form](https://forms.office.com/r/CGbncKFpx5)**   ## A Legacy Rooted in Generosity and Family Exploring the Lives of the Sigafus Family and Their Impact on Community Step into a rich tapestry of family history, spanning decades and continents, as we recount the remarkable journey of the Sigafus family. From humble beginnings in rural Illinois to transformative experiences across Indonesia, Thailand, and Kentucky, this story celebrates resilience, love, and the enduring impact of one family's generosity. At the heart of this legacy lies the cherished Bob-O-Link Greenspace, a symbol of unity and shared joy, brought to life by the unwavering spirit of Linda Rae Sigafus Bradford. Through trials, triumphs, and tender memories, discover how the Sigafus family shaped not only their own lives but an entire community, leaving behind a legacy rooted deeply in kindness and connection. ![Sigafus](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Sigafus.jpeg?width=400&height=462&name=Sigafus.jpeg) [READ MORE](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/about-the-sigafus-family?hsLang=en) --- We were saddened by the loss of Linda, our neighbor. She was a strong and generous soul whose kindness touched everyone around her. She will be deeply missed, but her spirit lives on in greenspace. ![Fresh lavender in a heart shape design](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Fresh%20lavender%20in%20a%20heart%20shape%20design.jpeg?width=1000&height=667&name=Fresh%20lavender%20in%20a%20heart%20shape%20design.jpeg) ###### Neighbor Since 1994 coming soon ![](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brain%20disease%20with%20memory%20loss%20due%20to%20Dementia%20and%20Alzheimers%20illness%20as%20medical%20icon%20of%20a%20tree%20shaped%20as%20human%20head%20and%20brain%20losing%20leaves%20as%20concept%20of%20intelligence%20decline..jpeg?width=1000&height=833&name=Brain%20disease%20with%20memory%20loss%20due%20to%20Dementia%20and%20Alzheimers%20illness%20as%20medical%20icon%20of%20a%20tree%20shaped%20as%20human%20head%20and%20brain%20losing%20leaves%20as%20concept%20of%20intelligence%20decline..jpeg) ###### Neighbor Since 1978 coming soon ![](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Female%20American%20kestrel%20(scientific%20name%20Falco%20sparverius)%20perched%20on%20gloved%20finger%20of%20naturalist%20in%20winter%2c%20northern%20Illinois.%20A.k.a.%20sparrow%20hawks%2c%20kestrels%20are%20the%20most%20common%20falcon%20in%20N.%20America.jpeg?width=750&height=1000&name=Female%20American%20kestrel%20(scientific%20name%20Falco%20sparverius)%20perched%20on%20gloved%20finger%20of%20naturalist%20in%20winter%2c%20northern%20Illinois.%20A.k.a.%20sparrow%20hawks%2c%20kestrels%20are%20the%20most%20common%20falcon%20in%20N.%20America.jpeg) ###### Neighbor Since 1995 ![Plant a Tree](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hubfs/Plant%20a%20Tree.svg) ##### Planting Trees Trees and greenspaces play a vital role in creating healthier, more sustainable cities by lowering temperatures, reducing energy demand, improving air quality, mitigating urban heat island effects, and supporting biodiversity. ![Stream Restoration](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Stream%20Restoration.png?width=125&height=81&name=Stream%20Restoration.png) ##### Protecting Streams Healthy riparian zones, stable stream banks, and effective water quality management are key to reducing pollution and protecting aquatic habitats. Small streams and wetlands also play a vital role in supporting biodiversity and ecosystem functions. ![light](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/@marketplace/MakeWebBetter/Environmental/images/icons/bulb.svg) ##### Reaping Rewards Greenspaces enhance physical and mental well-being by providing opportunities for relaxation, exercise, and social connection. Access to nature can reduce stress, improve mood, and foster creativity, helping people thrive in healthier environments. Conservation Stewards Newsletter Subscribers Native Trees & Shrubs Planted Our Partners ### Take Action. Stay in Touch.   Join your neighbors and their pets to: 🍃Enjoy the greenspace 🍃Love nature and walk 🍃Protect the greenspace from vandalism 🍃Support local causes 🍃Have fun with neighbors 🍃Remove invasive plants 🍃Planting native species 🍃Monitor the environment 🍃Learn about stream water quality, native plants, and bird migration ## Helpful Links [Pollinator Lex](https://www.pollinatorlex.com/) [Wild Ones Lexington Chapter](https://lexington.wildones.org/) [KY Native Plant Society](http://www.knps.org/) [Urban Forest Initiative](http://ukntrees.ca.uky.edu/urban-forest-initiative) [Trees Lexington!](http://www.treeslexington.org/) [Audubon Society](http://centralkentuckyaudubon.org/) [Floracliff Nature Preserve](http://www.floracliff.org/) [Lexington Arboretum](http://arboretum.ca.uky.edu/) [KY Invasive Plant Council](http://www.se-eppc.org/Ky/) [USDA Plants](http://plants.usda.gov/java) [Lexington Council Garden Clubs](https://www.lexgardencouncilky.org/)  ### Conservation Stewards & Partners ![Mary Sigafus](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Mary%20Sigafus.jpeg?width=100&height=100&name=Mary%20Sigafus.jpeg) [mailto:](mailto:) ##### [Mary Sigafus](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/blog?hsLang=en) Key Champion, Sigafus Family Greenspace ![Bill and son, Jacob Holland](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Bill%20and%20son%2c%20Jacob%20Holland.jpeg?width=100&height=100&name=Bill%20and%20son%2c%20Jacob%20Holland.jpeg) [mailto:](mailto:) ##### [Bill & Jacob Holland](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/blog?hsLang=en) Sigafus Family Greenspace ![Sigafus Family, Linda Bradford, Landowner](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Linda%20(1).jpg?width=100&height=100&name=Linda%20(1).jpg) [mailto:](mailto:) ##### [Linda Bradford](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/blog?hsLang=en) Sigafus Family Greenspace ![Jennifer Erena, Key Steward](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hubfs/Jennifer%20Erena%2c%20Key%20Steward.jfif) ##### [Jennifer Erena](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifererena/) Key Conservation Steward ![Bob and Carolyn Barbera](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Bob%20and%20Carolyn%20Barbera.jpeg?width=100&height=100&name=Bob%20and%20Carolyn%20Barbera.jpeg) [mailto:](mailto:) ##### [Bob and Carolyn Barbera](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hubfs/Bob%20and%20Carolyn%20Barbera.jpeg?hsLang=en) Conservation Stewards ![Carol Spence](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Stewards/Carol%20Spence.jpeg?width=437&height=437&name=Carol%20Spence.jpeg) ##### [Carol Spence](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/blog?hsLang=en) Conservation Steward + Master Naturalist ![FOWR](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/FOWR.png?width=100&height=100&name=FOWR.png) ##### [Friends of Wolf Run](http://wolfrunwater.org/) Key Conservation Partner ![Lexington KY Logo](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lexington%20KY%20Logo.png?width=100&height=100&name=Lexington%20KY%20Logo.png) ##### [The City of Lexington](https://www.lexingtonky.gov/government/departments-programs/environmental-quality-public-works) Key Conservation Partner ![Oakland Farm Nursery Paris KY](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Oakland%20Farm%20Nursery%20Paris%20KY.webp?width=300&height=300&name=Oakland%20Farm%20Nursery%20Paris%20KY.webp) ##### [Oakland Farm Trees](https://www.oaklandfarmtrees.com/) Native Species Nursery ![EcoGro](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EcoGro.png?width=100&height=100&name=EcoGro.png) ##### [EcoGro](https://ecogro.net/) Business Partner ![Human Nature Systems\_Lexington KY](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Human%20Nature%20Systems_Lexington%20KY.png?width=100&height=100&name=Human%20Nature%20Systems_Lexington%20KY.png) ##### Russ Turpin & Tricia Coakley Education Partner ![FCCD Logo](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/FCCD%20Logo.png?width=100&height=100&name=FCCD%20Logo.png) ##### [Fayette County Conservation District](https://www.kyfccd.org/) Key Conservation Partner ![USDA NRCS](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/USDA%20NRCS.png?width=100&height=100&name=USDA%20NRCS.png) ##### [NRCS](https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/about) Key Conservation Partner ![KWW](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/KWW.png?width=100&height=100&name=KWW.png) ##### [Kentucky Watershed Watch](https://www.hubspot.com/) Friend of Conservation & Resource ![Waterways Lex Logo](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Waterways%20Lex%20Logo.png?width=100&height=100&name=Waterways%20Lex%20Logo.png) ##### [Waterways Lex](https://www.waterwayslex.org/) Key Conservation Partner ![Lexington KY Environmental Commission](https://bobolink-greenspace.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lexington%20KY%20Environmental%20Commission.png?width=100&height=100&name=Lexington%20KY%20Environmental%20Commission.png) ##### [Lexington Environmental Commission](https://www.lexingtonky.gov/government/boards-commissions/environmental-commission) ![Greenspace Logo copy 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