Connecticut Land Conservation Council
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Field Workshop: Lingering Ash Detection for EAB Resistance Breeding
Although EAB devastates mature native ash, a small percentage not only survive, but remain healthy years after the rest of the nearby ash have been killed. The U.S. Forest Service has shown that such “lingering ash” can be used to breed highly resistant native ash. In consultation with the USFS, the Ecological Research Institute (ERI)…
Info Sessions: State Funding Programs for Land Conservation
CT DEEP recently announced the next round of competitive grant funding to assist municipalities, nonprofits, and water companies with the purchase and preservation of open space lands, urban green space, and community gardens through the Open Space and Watershed Land Acquisition (OSWA) and Urban Green and Community Garden (UGCG) Grant Programs. Grant applications are being…
Land Conservation & Affordable Housing Roundtable
Join CLCC for an insightful roundtable discussion where we will delve into the findings of our commissioned report, "Connecticut Land Conservation Trusts & Affordable Housing: Current Status and Recommendations". This timely discussion will take place via Zoom on July 30th from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Connecticut, like many regions across the nation, faces a…
Info Sessions: State Funding Programs for Land Conservation
CT DEEP recently announced the next round of competitive grant funding to assist municipalities, nonprofits, and water companies with the purchase and preservation of open space lands, urban green space, and community gardens through the Open Space and Watershed Land Acquisition (OSWA) and Urban Green and Community Garden (UGCG) Grant Programs. Grant applications are being…
CT Delegation Dinner @ Rally, The National Land Conservation Conference
Join the Connecticut Land Conservation Council and fellow Connecticut colleagues for a casual dinner in Cleveland! As in past years, we’re organizing an informal gathering for our Connecticut crew to catch up, share stories, and enjoy a good meal together. We’ll be dining at Butcher and the Brewer, and we’d love to save you a…
Session 1 – Environmental Due Diligence: Know What You’re Getting
In Session 1 of the Anatomy of a Land Transaction series, we will demystify Environmental Assessments, including the different phases, the purpose they serve in land conservation transactions, and how findings can impact project decisions. We’ll clarify when a land trust can use an in-house Environmental Transaction Screen to identify potential concerns—and when a formal,…
Session 2 – Is It a Fit? Strategic Project Evaluation for Lasting Impact
In Session 2 of the Anatomy of a Land Transaction series, we'll dive into project selection. Project selection is more than evaluating opportunities as they arise-it's about being proactive in pursuing the right projects that advance your mission. This session will explore how traditional project selection criteria provide a useful foundation, but are most effective…
Session 3 – Understanding Appraisals: Choosing the Right Approach for Your Conservation Project
Session 3 of the Anatomy of a Land Transaction series will provide land trusts and conservation professionals with practical guidance on how to scope, select, and manage appraisals for land acquisition and conservation projects. Participants will learn how to determine which type of appraisal—USPAP, Yellow Book, or others—is appropriate based on the intended use and…
Great Mountain Forest Climate-Smart Land Stewardship Project Tour
Join us for a field visit to Great Mountain Forest to see firsthand how CLCC’s Climate Smart Land Stewardship Grant Program is supporting innovative forest management and climate adaptation strategies. Natural Resource Manager Kate Regan Loomis will guide us through recently treated stands where thinning has enhanced forest structure, encouraged oak regeneration, and increased understory…
Nature & Policy for a Resilient Connecticut
Please join us for a “brunch and learn” webinar on how the restoration and maintenance of natural habitats can help resolve the current biodiversity crisis, mitigate climate change, and contribute to a sustainable and resilient future. The presentation will include an overview of new legislation passed during the 2025 session that provides opportunities to integrate…
Session 4 – Boundary Matters: Using Surveys to Protect Your Conservation Interests
Session 4 of the Anatomy of a Land Transaction series will explore surveys, which are often a requirement for land acquisition funding programs, and are the foundation for effective stewardship and enforcement. This session will cover when a Class A-2 survey is needed, how to read and interpret survey documents, and how to communicate with…
Session 5 – Baseline Reports and Management Planning: Setting the Stage for Lasting Stewardship
Session 5 of the Anatomy of a Land Transaction series will cover the pre-acquisition development of Baseline Documentation Reports (BDRs) and post-acquisition stewardship planning. It will review required components, acceptable formats, and best practices for signing, archiving, and referencing this documentation, as well as ways of integrating GIS and photo documentation. Presenters: Mariah Fogg, Land Trust…