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Comment on Volunteer Monitoring 101 – The Art of Taking a Walk Outside by Volunteer Monitoring 101: Lesson Three – If You’re not Sure, Don’t Make It Up « Upper Valley Land Trust

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:55:09 +0000

[...] about my experience becoming a fully trained monitor for UVLT. If you missed the first one you can read it here. I came to the Land Trust with some field experience but I knew it was unlikely that the methods I [...]

Comment on NH Laws Would Limit Towns’ Role in Land Conservation by Bridge

Bridge — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:45:00 +0000

I suspect all of these bills result from the misunderstanding that conservation easement cause taxes to be shifted to non-conservred property. The fact is that almost all conserved land demands so little town services that the reduced taxes they generate are a net casflow positive to the town so they actually reduce the amount needed to be raised. That fact needs to be better communicated to both misinformed legislators and to the public.

Comment on Volunteer Monitoring 101: Lesson Three – If You’re not Sure, Don’t Make It Up by Joy Chilton

Joy Chilton — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:19:00 +0000

Very interesting to know there is more to the monitoring than just getting there and looking and to realize that interactions and fielding questions can be part of it. The care you take to get accurate responses must reassure everyone who deals with UVLT!

Comment on Volunteer Monitoring 101: Lesson Three – If You’re not Sure, Don’t Make It Up by admin

admin — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:06:22 +0000

Thank you! Around 50% of the Upper Valley Land Trust’s annual property visits are done by volunteers each year – this is my taste of what they do for us! I hope that by sharing my learning curve – and it may be a wobbly one at times – others will feel encouraged to stretch their own experiences. The only ‘expertise’ required is the desire to be outside!

Comment on Volunteer Monitoring 101: Lesson Three – If You’re not Sure, Don’t Make It Up by Sally Naser

Sally Naser — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:31:00 +0000

What a great write up Anna explaining from a first person perspective this critical aspect of CE monitoring. I’m the Conservation Restriction Monitoring Specialist with The Trustees of Reservations in MA and used to work as the Boundary Program Manager for the Appalachian Trail Corridor Monitoring program. Thanks for sharing

Comment on Land Soon to be Conserved in Lebanon! by Art in the Wild Returns for 2012! « Upper Valley Land Trust

Art in the Wild Returns for 2012! « Upper Valley Land Trust — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 17:16:40 +0000

[...] in their native habitats. This outdoor session will take place within walking distance of AVA, on the Jackson Conservation Area in Lebanon, acquired and conserved by the City of Lebanon and the Upper Valley Land Trust, and in [...]

Comment on Local Art in the Wild Camp Encourages Children to Find Inspiration: Naturally by Art in the Wild Returns for 2012! « Upper Valley Land Trust

Art in the Wild Returns for 2012! « Upper Valley Land Trust — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 17:02:14 +0000

[...] This program gives children a chance to explore art and nature in a distinct and special way. To read about some of last year’s adventures click here. Art in the Wild Campers explore the Jackson Conservation Area This year we are pleased to join in [...]

Comment on Volunteer Monitoring 101 – The Art of Taking a Walk Outside by Connie Snyder

Connie Snyder — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 03:09:00 +0000

Great Lesson! As a new monitor this past year, with lots, lots more to learn (Jason and Pete have been incredibly supportive and helpful) am looking forward to your next chapter. Just love being outdoors with a mission!

Comment on Volunteer Monitoring 101 – The Art of Taking a Walk Outside by Joychilton

Joychilton — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 01:29:00 +0000

Interesting and inspiring! Can’t wait for the next installment!

Comment on Irene Donates Fuel to UVLT! by Michael P Thomas

Michael P Thomas — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 18:13:00 +0000

I am grateful that ULVT is a community of resource-full individuals!