A new United Nations’ report demonstrates how critical land conservation and sustainable land management is to protecting the world’s food supply from the ravages of climate change. Land trusts and the Land Trust Alliance are ready to meet this challenge.
The Scholars for Conservation Leadership Program, a career and leadership development program, is building on its early momentum and preparing to give one student participant a further career boost.
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The initial cohort of the Scholars for Conservation Leadership Program gathered on stage at Rally 2019: The National Land Conservation Conference in Raleigh, North Carolina. / Photo by DJ Glisson, II
While she credits her parents with instilling in her a love of nature, Karen Ferrell-Ingram was reinspired almost 20 years ago when she and her husband realized they had built a home within an important deer migration corridor.
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At its July 2019 meeting, the Land Trust Accreditation Commission paused for a photo. / Photo by Valerie Roof
Over the past 10 years, our community has been tremendously successful in advocating for federal policies that advance land conservation. From passage of the permanent conservation tax incentive to enacting the Farm Bill, these successes wouldn't be possible without your advocacy support.
Everyone needs the land — for food, health, clean water and air, a stable climate and access to outdoor recreation and refreshment. Yet, many Americans still do not understand the vital role land trusts play in their daily lives.
Idaho's Wood River Valley is an inspirational place. The abundant wildlife, vast open spaces and recreational opportunities attract visitors from across the globe.
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A moment from "Home," a film from Wood River Land Trust and directed by Matt Larson. / Image courtesy of Wood River Land Trust
The Land Trust Alliance has joined 11 other organizations in calling for immediate passage of the Charitable Conservation Easement Program Integrity Act
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Outside the U.S. Capitol Building, Land Trust Alliance President Andrew Bowman speaks with Government Relations Director Lori Faeth and Executive Vice President Wendy Jackson. / Photo by DJ Glisson II
A first-of-its-kind study has found that land conservation modestly boosts employment, a leading indicator of economic growth.
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Newtown, Connecticut is home to Newtown Forest Association, which received the Land Trust Alliance's National Land Trust Excellence Award in 2018. / Photo by DJ Glisson, II
Whether offering a primitive backcountry campsite or a high-end glamping experience, land trusts have many opportunities to incorporate camping into their programming.
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Campsite at the Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground in New York / Photo by Nora Scarlett
