Our Mission
The Connecticut Land Conservation Council's mission is to elevate and strengthen land conservation in Connecticut.
We work to ensure that our parks, forests, farmlands, community gardens, streams, and wetlands are protected in perpetuity for the benefit of our present and future generations.
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Excellence in Conservation Awards
Celebrating Connecticut’s Conservation Leaders: CLCC Announces 2026 Award Winners
From landscape-scale protections and volunteer dedication to innovative community reading programs, discover the inspiring people and projects shaping the future of our natural and working lands.
CLCC is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 Excellence in Conservation Awards. This annual program recognizes the visionary individuals, high-impact projects, and collaborative partnerships that are safeguarding Connecticut’s natural heritage and strengthening local communities.
Winners include Anthony Irving of the Lyme Land Trust, the Warren Land Trust, East Haddam Land Trust and the East Haddam Public Library System, the Cooper Hill Conservation Alliance, Doris Johnson of CT DEEP, and Elisabeth Moore of the Connecticut Farmland Trust.
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Land Conservation Day
Earth Day at the Capitol: Stand Up for CT Land
This Earth Day, we’re bringing the beauty and value of local conservation lands to the halls of the State Capitol. Join CLCC & land trusts from across Connecticut for a day of advocacy, storytelling & action.
Your stories make the difference! Show the legislature how the OSWA & UGCG grant programs are transforming our communities—from urban gardens to wilderness preserves.
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CLCC’S MISSION
CLCC's mission is to elevate and strengthen land conservation in Connecticut. Learn more »
What is a Land Trust?
A land trust is a nonprofit that works with individuals and communities to conserve land. Learn more »