North Florida Land Trust has been protecting lands right here in North Florida for over eleven years. Become a member of our organization and help us conserve lands right here in "Our Own Backyard." We're appreciate volunteers and have many exciting events in our calendar to connect you and your family to the land. Sign up for our mailing list or join us on FACEBOOK to keep connected.
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RECENT ACQUISITIONS:2010 was We were part of a research team to preserve 2+ acres of beachfront to Intracoastal properties in Summer Haven, just north of Marineland. It is being donated before year-end to the Archie Carr Center for Turtle Research at University of Florida. This beautiful stretch of land will be used to study turtles and nesting along our Atlantic shoreline. Click here to download our newsletter for complete stories. MEMBERSHIP DRIVEWe are experiencing an increased workload with three new Conservation Easements completed and over 557 new acres protected. The Conservation Easement in Atlantic Beach expanded their park system from 65 acres to over 400. This recession is providing opportunities that were previously out of reach, therefore we are working hard to acquire some extremely significant properties. Your membership and contributions give us the ability to protect these natural resources and special places in Your Own Backyard!
Take a few moments and check out our website with information on properties protected and the most up to date calendar of events. With your assistance, we can keep this extraordinary region from becoming ordinary. |
a great year for land conservation in North Florida. In December, 2010, we closed on a donation of 20 acres along Blanding Blvd. in Clay County that protects critical watershed: Little Black Creek. Through the generosity of Thomas Dumas and Waterview Properties, this may someday provide a new kayak launch to the community.
I'd like to introduce you to two sisters, Laura Young and Sue Spencer. They own 67 acres of beautiful Old Florida near Pumpkin Hill State Park. Development has taken over the view out their living room window, but they remain determined to conserve their family compound for future generations. The problem is, they're worried. At ages 94 and 90, respectfully, they are concerned they will not see their dream become reality.
Public Notice of Accreditation filing:
The national land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. We are pleased to announce that North Florida Land Trust is applying for this accreditation.The Land Trust Accreditation Commission, an independent program of the Land Trust Alliance will soon be conducting an extensive review of each applicant's policies and programs. The public comment period for the Accreditation is now open. The Commission invites public input and accepts signed, written comments on pending applications, so if you have anything you would like to let the commission know (hopefully it's good), now is the time to do it. Comments must relate to how North Florida Land Trust complies with national quality standards. These standards address the ethical and technical operation of a land trust. For the full list of standards see www.landtrustaccreditation.org/getting-accredited/indicator-practices. Or to learn more about the accreditation program and to submit a comment, please visit www.landtrustaccreditation.org. Comments may also be faxed or mailed to the Land Trust Accreditation Commission, Attn: Public Comments: (fax) 518-587-3138; (mail) 112 Spring Street, Suite 204, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Comments on North Florida Land Trust's accreditation mustbe received by January 1, 2012.
