[…] given the large number of early land surveyors employed across Connecticut, the lack of formal botanical training of the surveyors, and the absence of a standard method for selecting trees. Despite these potential pit – falls, it is unlikely that errors or bias had an important effect on the data. Hereâs why. Basic natural […]
[…] collaborative vision to promote collective conservation goals, the Great Bay Resource Protection Partnership (GBRPP) is a Regional Conservation Partnership (RCP) with a long history of securing funds for its conservation efforts. Through intentional collaboration, shared priorities, and science-informed decision-making, the Partnershipâs transaction grant program has awarded over $620,000 to eligible Principal Partner organizations, land […]
[…] that the timeline may not be comprehensive as the Supplement is not meant to be a complete inventory, but rather reflects background research the authors undertook to guide the current study. Massachusetts Date Name Type Description 2004 Climate Protection Plan Legislation The Massachusetts Climate Protection Plan (the Plan) focused on reduc ing greenhouse gas […]
[…] benefiting at-risk fish, wildlife and plant species, expanding habitat connectivity, and expanding public and community access to nature) on public, Tribal, and/or private lands. See the reference guide to review all 10 program priorities. Department: US Department of Interior Eligible applicants: States, U.S. Territories, and Tribal-affiliated organizations and governments Geographic focus: National Non-federal cost […]
[…] nursery trade and commercially available. There are many native species in the region, but many are harder to propagate and not as appealing to commercial growers. We test different methods and refine them so that when we recruit growers and farmers, weâre not just handing them seed, but we have some resources to help […]
[…]  sound  stewardship  practices  Highstead is a  non âprofit organization  dedicated to the conservation, understanding,  and  enjoyment of  the     natural  landscapes  of  New  England.  Land Stewardship  Regional  Conservation www.highstead.net For  the first time in 150  years,  our  ecologically  and  economically valuable forest  cover  is  declining  in every  New  England  state  due  to  development pressure.  In  response  to  this  threat, […]
Guide to the Clethra Collection Sweet Pepperbush Walking near wet or lowland areas in July and August, one can be entranced by a sweet fragrance filling the air. This late summer scent is often noticed before locating sweet pepperbush in t he wild. A member of the white alder family (Clethraceae), sweet pepperbush […]
[…] the most sensitive land of highest conservation priority and offers opportunities for local groups to join forces in working together to protect it. This invaluable tool helps guide the partnershipâs activities. Interestingly, Wood Thrush Habitat Capability was one of the Wildlife Habitats mapped. “We included three specifi c forest habitats in our map-building process, […]
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[…] including a paddle to Connecticutâs Outer Island, part of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge. A special thanks to our kayak guide, Eileen from Branford River Paddlesports, and Ian, our Outer Island tour guide, for sharing their knowledge and helping us have a successful gathering. Photos by Katie […]