The final deadline for registration for National Land Conservation Conference, hosted by Land Trust Alliance, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is September 21st. If you are looking for a training to brush up on site inspection or just wondering if those rusting oil barrels will be a problem for your conservation project? Have you thought about how your organization selects projects?
The Conservation Fund's Ole Amundsen and Peg Kohring along with conservation experts Ann Murphy and Tom Sharffenberger will be teaching an all-day seminar on "Evaluating and Selecting Projects" on Thursday, October 13th. You will learn tips for evaluating different conservation properties, review IRS regulations on public benefits and learn about site inspection.
Just when you can’t stand being in conference room anymore, participants will head out on a field trip to the Mequon Nature Preserve, for a hands-on review of what been discussed and a detailed look at the steps of site inspection. You’ll examine case studies, undertake a self assessment, and be challenged with some tough scenarios. You’ll receive a copy of the Standard and Practice 8 student guide and use the guide during the seminar. The seminar is designed for all skill levels and board members are encouraged to attend.
The cost is $165 for Land Trust Alliance members, and $195 for nonmembers, and includes the Allaince Standard and Practice 8 student guide. To register for the seminar, visit the Land Trust Alliance Rally Website and select seminar 6 Evaluating and Selecting Projects.
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