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Session 7 – Ask the Experts: Answers to Your Toughest Transaction Questions
In the 7th and final session of the Anatomy of a Land Transaction series, we will host an informal but structured session with experienced land transaction professionals. This session offers attendees the chance to ask lingering questions, bring forward real scenarios (anonymized if needed), and troubleshoot project challenges. Presenters: Rex Linville, Land Trust Alliance CLCC…
Session 6 – Legal Considerations: Managing Risk Before, During, and After Closing
Session 6 of the Anatomy of a Land Transaction series offers an overview of the legal lifecycle of a land conservation transaction—from due diligence through closing and post-closing responsibilities. Topics may include title review, mortgage subordination, access rights, and complex encumbrances. The session also covers closing logistics (escrow, disbursement, recording) and post-closing tasks such as, donor…
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…
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 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 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,…
Webinar – Navigating IRS Regulations: New Reporting Requirements for Donated Conservation Land
The U.S. Treasury published new regulations that have important implications for land trusts working on easement or land donations from pass-through entities, such as a partnership or limited liability company. These regulations are dense, complicated and open to further interpretation, but the basic takeaway is that, in certain circumstances, land trusts may need to report…
Cultivating Leadership: A Three-Part Series for Land Trusts in the Farmington River Valley Area
The Land Trust Alliance and the Connecticut Land Conservation Council are partnering to offer a three-part series exploring strategies and tactics for organizational development and leadership. This series is designed for small land trusts in the Farmington River Valley area, with the following land trusts invited: Avon, Burlington, Canton, Farmington, Granby, Hartland, Harwinton, New Hartford,…
Cultivating Leadership: A Three-Part Series for Land Trusts in the Farmington River Valley Area
The Land Trust Alliance and the Connecticut Land Conservation Council are partnering to offer a three-part series exploring strategies and tactics for organizational development and leadership. This series is designed for small land trusts in the Farmington River Valley area, with the following land trusts invited: Avon, Burlington, Canton, Farmington, Granby, Hartland, Harwinton, New Hartford,…
Cultivating Leadership: A Three-Part Series for Land Trusts in the Farmington River Valley Area
The Land Trust Alliance and the Connecticut Land Conservation Council are partnering to offer a three-part series exploring strategies and tactics for organizational development and leadership. This series is designed for small land trusts in the Farmington River Valley area, with the following land trusts invited: Avon, Burlington, Canton, Farmington, Granby, Hartland, Harwinton, New Hartford,…
Informational Webinar – CLCC Funding Programs
Join members of the CLCC team for an opportunity to learn about CLCC's three funding programs. Funding is currently available for: Project transaction costs and due diligence, through the Transaction Assistance Grant Program; Land acquisitions, through the Connecticut Conservation Partnership Program; and Land Stewardship for climate adaptation and resilience, through the Climate Smart Land Stewardship…
Pathways for Farmers Series
CLCC is hosting a virtual discussion series "Pathways for Farmers". This five-session series, for invited participants, will highlight various programs and initiatives that address the challenges of farmland access for new and BIPOC farmers, brainstorm opportunities for action, and allow space for invitees to contribute their insights, feedback and perspectives. This series is hosted with…