Spring 2015

[…] learn about their concerns, and provide resources on stewardship and land management. i Learn more: For more information about planting for bird habitat, see The Audubon Society Guide to Attracting Birds: Creating Natural Habitats for Properties Large and Small by Stephen W. Kress. Original migratory bird data from the datasets accompanying the 2012 Final […]

Spring 2014

[…] 2013. Regional Conservation Partnerships in New England. Journal ob Forestry 111(5): 326-334.? This year Highstead will release a manual bor? RCPs that provides an inbormativ?e and inspirationa?l guide bor collabor?ative conservation. The growing success ob the? innovative RCP movement is the work ob many dedicated? people. We salute and celebr?ate their work to conserve […]

Spring 2010

[…] Conserbation Bill Labich Regional Conservationist MassConn Sustainable Forest Partnership Highstead: Supporting and Strengthening Wildlands and Woodlands at the Grassroots Using tbe Wildlands and Woodlands Vision as a guide, Hgigbstead bas been wogrking collaboratively witb over 100 partner groups in New England to coordinate grassroots activities to gadvance forest conservation. Collectively tbese efforts are building […]

Highstead ConFi Case Study Overview FINAL

[…] Towns Across New England • Preserved 600-900 jobs at the local paper mill • Increased wood fiber supplies • Ensured open access crucial to the lodge and guide businesses • Increased tax revenue and employment opportunities Grand Lakes Stream, ME Bethel, ME • Access to over 11,300 acres of connected conserved land • Increased […]

Plan a Visit

[…] Information & Resources Highstead Supporters Open Monday–Friday 8:30 am – 4:00 pm Groups Call us to inquire about a guided tour. All other visitors Please call ahead for an appointment. Contact Highstead (203) 938-8809 info@highstead.net Trail Map & Guides Trail Map & Self-Guided Walks Plant Collections Kalmia Collection Native Tree and Shrub Collection Guidelines […]

Landscapes & Collections

Highstead’s ecologically-minded approach in stewarding its landscapes and collections provide conservation and educational value. They demonstrate methods of sustainable ecological design and management for the New England landscape in order to enhance habitat diversity and the conservation of native plants and wildlife. We aim to inspire in our visitors an appreciation for native plants […]

Small state, big progress – Rhode Island Woodland Partnership Reaches Goals

[…] having clearly defined conservation goals in the partnership’s strategic plan and inviting partners to participate in the ways they can. In recent years, they’ve adopted the Forestry for Birds model founded in Vermont, worked toward establishing a state Forest Conservation Commission, and helped bring significant attention to the need to consider forests in renewable […]

HighsteadTrail-Map

[…] be seen in early spring. тАв The Azalea Area, fenced fr om deer, has 13 eastern species that bloom sequentially from late April through July. Walking Trail Guide Explore over two miles of undulating trails winding through 50 acres of forest, wetland, ledge, and meadow тАУ a mosaic of habitats preserved for the study […]

eBird Outreach Contractor

[…] Proficiency with Microso� Office programs and Google pla�orm. • Must be flexible and work independently while mee�ng deadlines and suppor�ng the efforts of a partnership team. • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to different states as needed. Preferred Qualifica�ons: • BA or BS or more than 3 years of experience in biology, […]

Native-Tree-Shrub-Walk

[…] American holly 66 Carya glabra pignut hickory 67 Carya ovata shagbark hickory 68 Juglans nigra black walnut 69 Benthamidia florida flowering dogwood 70 Rhus copallinum winged sumac For the protection of the fragile plant environment, please note: • No dogs, bicycles, play equipment, food or beverages • Stay on the paths and boardwalks • […]