This seminar will introduce the new Conservation Restriction Tracking System (CRTS), which is a new digital platform designed to streamline and modernize the submission and review process for Conservation Restrictions (CRs) to EEA- Division of Conservation Services (EEA-DCS). Through CRTS, members of the public will be able to submit a CR, monitor its progress, and engage in the review process conducted by EEA-DCS. CRTS will assist EEA-DCS in ensuring that each CR is evaluated efficiently, in a timely manner, and for its public benefit, a core priority of the EEA Secretariat & EEA-DCS. This workshop will provide an overview of CRTS functionality, demonstrate its user interface, and highlight how it supports both EEA -DCS and the broader community in advancing land protection efforts across the Commonwealth.
Open to anyone with development responsibilities. On this call we'll discuss whether written communications and their styling is worth the effort vs. the ROI. Join us to share experiences, ask questions, and learn from each other. Part of MLTC's Stronger Together networking series, this call will not be recorded. Newcomers welcome!
Open to anyone with responsibilities of running or working in a small staffed land trust, this quarter's topic will focus on working together with your board: job descriptions, committees, what works, what doesn't. It's a broad discussion, so come to ask your questions and share your experiences. As part of MLTC's Stronger Together networking series, this call will not be recorded. Newcomers welcome!
Anyone who works in a land protection function is welcome to attend. This quarter's call will focus on issues around land surveying, and discussing creative workarounds. Bring your examples and questions to share. Part of MLTC's Stronger Together networking program. This call will not be recorded. Newcomers welcome!
Intended as a forum for anyone responsible for land stewardship (staff, Board, volunteers), this month's Zoom will be a Holiday Conservation Restriction Potluck. Bring your most problematic CR terms to share and discuss. Part of MLTC's Stronger Together networking series, this call will not be recorded. Newcomers welcome!
Open to anyone with development responsibilities, this quarter's call will be a year-end wrap-up. Did you try any new or innovative approaches to development or fundraising? What worked / what didn't? Creative ideas for the coming year? Join us to share experiences, ask questions, and learn from each other. Part of MLTC's Stronger Together networking series, this call will not be recorded. Newcomers welcome!
Land trust staff and board members as well as conservation partners are welcome to this quarterly meeting, featuring relevant news from state agencies, a timely update on state and federal policy matters, announcements, and a featured topic. This meeting, MLTC will be asking for input on projects supported with state funding: Filling in gaps in the MassGIS open space datalayer, and expanding the ranks for qualified appraisers, surveyors and attorneys available to work on conservation projects. The meeting will not be recorded.
Basin Pond Reserve, Lee MA
Meeting place provided to registrants
Join the Early Conservation Career Network for a casual hike among the beautiful fall colors that bring thousands of tourists to the Berkshires every year. We'll start by meeting in downtown Lee and eating our meals (sandwiches or salads from Loeb's Foodtown) at the nearby park. Then, we'll head to Basin Pond Reserve, owned by Berkshire Natural Resources Council, for a hike around its 2.5-mile loop trail through boulder fields and under beautiful mixed forest canopy. A viewing platform offers a scenic vista of the pond, beaver lodges and dams, and a historic (human-made) dam.
Oct. 8 is full day; Oct. 9 is half day. Both days in-person-only.
Oct. 8 at Treasure Valley Scout Reservation, Rutland; Oct. 9 at Harvard Forest, Petersham
This year will focus on discussions of key topics, and how land trusts and State agencies can work together to accomplish these goals. Topics will include: shifting allocations among DCS grant programs; the State’s comprehensive land use plan; communicating/Framing our messages on policy Issues; what's next with RLI; and farmland protection tools.
