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Two CLCC Staff Members in front of the Capitol Building in Washington DC

2024 Advocacy Days – Staff Reflection and Recap

At the Connecticut Land Conservation Council (CLCC), we recognize the power and importance of conservation advocacy at the local, state,…

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People with umbrellas walking outside during a heavy downpour

Resilience Amidst the Storm: Celebrating a Shared Commitment and Dedication at the Connecticut Land Conservation Conference

Reflecting on our recent Connecticut Land Conservation Conference, I’m struck by the powerful imagery in this photograph captured by a…

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Connecticut State Capitol

Conservation Advocates: Speak up for Nature-Based Climate Solutions

Your Testimony is Needed by Thursday (3/7) at 3pm We urge you to participate in the upcoming Environment Committee public…

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Creek and forested area at Dismal Creek Preserve

CLCC Announces New Code of Conduct for Programs and Events

February marked another step forward in our commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment within the Connecticut Land…

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Gray day at a preserve with snow on the ground

Thoughts from the Field- Climate Smart Stewardship

It has been an engaging first few months for me and the Climate Smart Stewardship Program. It is clear that…

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At the 2024 Climate March walking toward the Hartford Capitol Building

Reflecting on the March to Keep Connecticut’s Climate Promise

At the start of this month, I attended the March to Keep Connecticut’s Climate Promise. People of all backgrounds—students, activists,…

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Collection of photos from the February issue of #LoveYourCTLandTrust

Establishing Goals and Engaging Future Generations

Greetings and happy February! This month’s #LoveYourCTLandTrust features inspiring stories about land trusts establishing goals for land conservation and engaging…

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CLCC executive director with 3 additional colleagues representing other conservation organizations

Advocating for Nature: A Pre-Legislative Session Journey with Environmental Leaders

Over the past six months, in preparation for the 2024 legislative session, I have engaged in meaningful discussions alongside my…

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Double image with the top showing the grassroots panel and the bottom showing the grassroots panel

Reflections from Summit on Land Use in Connecticut

CLCC recently hosted our 3rd Annual Winter Summit, focusing this year’s event on Land Use in Connecticut: Connecting Grasstops to…

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Collection of photos from the January 2024 #LoveYourCTLandTrust issue

Starting off Strong in the New Year!

We’re starting off strong in 2024 with some excellent news in conservation. This month, our stories feature a student partnership…

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Butterfly outside on leaves

CLCC Team Looks Back and Plans Ahead

As an annual tradition, I asked the team to reflect on some CLCC highlights from 2023 at our final staff…

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All 6 CLCC staff members outside of the office

#LoveYourCTLandTrust – for 2023 Conservation Triumphs!

As we close the chapter on the 2023 #LoveYourCTLandTrust eNews series, we are delighted to share six stories that exemplify…

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