• A much newer conservation easement held by the Northern Virginia Conservation Trust added an additional 41 acres (17 ha), of which 10 acres (4.0 ha) will be placed in active recreational use, and the rest used for passive recreation, such as trails. (wikipedia.org)
  • 1] The conservation easement preserves one of the last sizeable open spaces in McLean. (wikipedia.org)
  • The easement also allows for preservation and interpretation of natural and cultural resources on the property. (wikipedia.org)
  • The cost of the conservation easement ($16.1 million) is less than half of the appraised (highest and best use) value of the property. (wikipedia.org)
  • The Northern Virginia Conservation Trust assumes easement enforcement duties, and collaborated in the easement acquisition process. (wikipedia.org)
  • increasing the estimated value threshold for the appraisal of specified conservation easement acquisitions, etc. (flsenate.gov)
  • The most popular option landowners use to protect their land is enrolling in a conservation easement program. (wildriversconservancy.org)
  • Conservation easements can be tailored to the landowners specifications depending on who the landowners sell or donate their easement to. (wildriversconservancy.org)
  • This is Sonoma Land Trust's second acquisition in 2023 contributing to California's 30×30 goals, the state's initiative to conserve 30% of its lands and waters by 2030. (sonomalandtrust.org)
  • The primary mission of the WMA system is to conserve and enhance wildlife populations and their respective habitats as well as to provide public recreational use of the State's wildlife resources. (maryland.gov)
  • The Department of Natural Resources leads Maryland in securing a sustainable future for our environment, society, and economy by preserving, protecting, restoring, and enhancing the State's natural resources. (maryland.gov)
  • 2. The continued alteration and development of Florida's natural and rural areas to accommodate the state's growing population have contributed to the degradation of water resources, the fragmentation and destruction of wildlife habitats, the loss of outdoor recreation space, and the diminishment of wetlands, forests, working landscapes, and coastal open space. (flsenate.gov)
  • 3. The potential development of Florida's remaining natural areas and escalation of land values require government efforts to restore, bring under public protection, or acquire lands and water areas to preserve the state's essential ecological functions and invaluable quality of life. (flsenate.gov)
  • 4. It is essential to protect the state's ecosystems by promoting a more efficient use of land, to ensure opportunities for viable agricultural activities on working lands, and to promote vital rural and urban communities that support and produce development patterns consistent with natural resource protection. (flsenate.gov)
  • Important examples of the state's natural diversity are examined using scientific criteria as well as by rating their suitability for recreation. (ncpedia.org)
  • The Division determined that adding new units to the state parks system should focus on preserving sites of statewide significance, on ensuring that representative examples of the state's resources are protected and on providing state park services to areas of the state currently underserved. (ncpedia.org)
  • The Maryland Department of Natural Resources stewards more of the state's historic and architectural resources than any other entity. (preservationmaryland.org)
  • The program is Florida's blueprint for conservation of our unique natural resources and is the state's premier conservation and recreation lands acquisition program. (capitalsoup.com)
  • The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is pleased to announce the start of the 2022-2023 Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant cycle. (naylornetwork.com)
  • 2023 marks 90 years since the Civilian Conservation Corps , a depression-era relief program, was established. (preservationmaryland.org)
  • To respond to growing needs for high-quality elevation data, the goal of 3DEP is to complete acquisition of nationwide lidar (IfSAR in Alaska) by 2023 to provide the first-ever national baseline of consistent high-resolution elevation data - both bare earth and 3D point clouds - collected in a timeframe of less than a decade. (usgs.gov)
  • Funding for the $500,000 acquisition came from the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund through congressionally approved appropriations supported by U.S. Senators Olympia Snowe and Susan Collins and Representative Michael Michaud. (tpl.org)
  • The North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department (NDPRD) is soliciting applications for the FY21 Land and Water Conservation Fund starting Wednesday, September 1 through Thursday, September 30, 2021. (nd.gov)
  • The Land and Water Conservation Fund is a federal program funded by offshore oil and gas royalties that was created by Congress in 1964 to safeguard natural areas, water resources, cultural heritage and to provide recreation opportunities to all Americans. (nd.gov)
  • We are also extremely appreciative of today's proposal to once again include the creation of the Public Lands Infrastructure Fund, and we remain optimistic that Congress will finally address the tremendous backlog caused by insufficient funds to appropriately maintain our National Parks, our Indian schools and Fish and Wildlife Service and Bureau of Land Management facilities. (biggame.org)
  • MONROE COUNTY, Ala. - The Conservation Fund, America's leading nonprofit in land protection, has acquired approximately 23,000 acres of at-risk forestland in the Red Hills region of southwest Alabama. (conservationfund.org)
  • During its interim ownership, The Conservation Fund will hold and sustainably manage the property temporarily, securing the land from risks of being sold, converted or developed while working with private and public partners to implement permanent conservation strategies. (conservationfund.org)
  • The acquisition was completed through The Conservation Fund's Working Forest Fund ® - an innovative forest conservation program dedicated to protecting natural ecosystems, mitigating climate change and strengthening rural economies. (conservationfund.org)
  • The Red Hills region has diverse ecology and dynamic topography, yet most of its land is privately owned, inaccessible to the public and at risk of being lost to development or other non-forest uses," said Andrew Schock, upper southeast regional director at The Conservation Fund. (conservationfund.org)
  • We are delighted to work with our longtime partners at The Conservation Fund to continue that effort and see a majority of this important place protected permanently. (conservationfund.org)
  • During the next several years, The Conservation Fund will work with the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) to protect critical habitat in the Alabama Red Hills Salamander Forest. (conservationfund.org)
  • Sales and use tax levied for soil and water conservation and for state parks - distribution of parks sales tax fund to counties, purpose, limitation. (mo.gov)
  • JEFFERSON CITY - The Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has applications available for the federally funded Land and Water Conservation Fund grants to help finance outdoor recreation projects. (dailyjournalonline.com)
  • The acquisition was made possible by a negotiated bargain sale from the utility company and also made use of a creative financing instrument - certificates of participation - authorized by the 2004 General Assembly is a bond-type indebtedness that borrows against future revenues of the trust fund. (ncpedia.org)
  • The survey should take less than 5 minutes to complete and the results will be incorporated into the Land Preservation and Recreation Plan , which is required to receive federal funding from the National Park Service's Land and Water Conservation Fund . (preservationmaryland.org)
  • This acquisition is the result of a long-standing partnership with Resource Management Service, LLC (RMS) and a three-month campaign through TNC's Ireland Opportunity Fund that raised the $2 million necessary to make the land purchase. (nature.org)
  • Our revolving loan fund enables us to quickly mobilize resources to protect vulnerable lands such as this, and we are grateful to those who supported this endeavor," said TNC's Alabama State Director Mitch Reid . (nature.org)
  • The Program administers funds made available to local communities for open and recreational space through the State real estate transfer tax and from federal programs, such as the Land and Water Conservation Fund of the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior. (btaa.org)
  • State Senator Linda Stewart (D-Orlando) presented and passed SB 944 Land Acquisition Trust Fund through its first committee. (capitalsoup.com)
  • Stewart is seeking to set aside 25 percent of the Land Acquisition Trust Fund annually for land acquisition in the Florida Forever program. (capitalsoup.com)
  • The appropriations are from the environment and natural resources trust fund, or another named fund, and are available for the fiscal years indicated for each purpose. (mn.gov)
  • Trust fund' means the Minnesota environment and natural resources trust fund referred to in Minnesota Statutes, section 116P.02, subdivision 6. (mn.gov)
  • Conserving our natural resources is a vital part of creating and maintaining healthy ecosystems on our nation's lands. (usda.gov)
  • Conservation Technical Assistance (CTA) provides our nation's farmers, ranchers and forestland owners with the knowledge and tools they need to conserve, maintain and restore the natural resources on their lands and improve the health of their operations for the future. (usda.gov)
  • The technical resources and references NRCS provides uses science-based technology to aid conservation planning and benefit soil, water, air, plants, and animals for productive lands and healthy ecosystems. (usda.gov)
  • LWCF grants provide funding for acquisition, development, and renovation of outdoor recreation lands and facilities. (naylornetwork.com)
  • This acquisition protects essential public access routes to significant regional hiking trails while also protecting these lands for hunting and fishing. (tpl.org)
  • 259.041 Acquisition of state-owned lands for preservation, conservation, and recreation purposes. (flsenate.gov)
  • 3) "Capital improvement" or "capital project expenditure" means those activities relating to the acquisition, restoration, public access, and recreational uses of such lands, water areas, and related resources deemed necessary to accomplish the purposes of this chapter. (flsenate.gov)
  • 1. Land acquisition programs have provided tremendous financial resources for purchasing environmentally significant lands to protect those lands from imminent development or alteration, thereby ensuring present and future generations' access to important waterways, open spaces, and recreation and conservation lands. (flsenate.gov)
  • To ensure that sufficient quantities of water are available to meet the current and future needs of the natural systems and citizens of the state, and assist in achieving the planning goals of the department and the water management districts, water resource development projects on public lands, where compatible with the resource values of and management objectives for the lands, are appropriate. (flsenate.gov)
  • 8. Access to public lands to support a broad range of outdoor recreational opportunities and the development of necessary infrastructure, where compatible with the resource values of and management objectives for such lands, promotes an appreciation for Florida's natural assets and improves the quality of life. (flsenate.gov)
  • Each unit of the National Wildlife Refuge System is established to serve a statutory purpose that targets the conservation of native species dependent on its lands and waters. (fws.gov)
  • The Nature Conservancy is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. (nature.org)
  • The Program coordinates the acquisition of lands for the use of all units of DNR. (btaa.org)
  • It will take people to protect large intact forest patches, sustain riparian forests, and restore and protect lands that are important for climate resiliency, and natural resources that make this place so special. (wildriversconservancy.org)
  • In late 2010, Congress renewed a lapsed tax incentive for voluntary conservation easements that will be in effect through December 31, 2011. (uwyo.edu)
  • Up to 50% matching funds to state, tribal, or local governments and non-governmental organizations to purchase permanent conservation easements. (uwyo.edu)
  • Federal matching funds to states or groups to acquire land and easements associated with approved Habitat Conservation Plans for imperiled species. (uwyo.edu)
  • Salona, in McLean, Virginia, is a former plantation house on the National Register of Historic Places surrounded by land protected by two conservation easements. (wikipedia.org)
  • Read the latest conservation success stories that show how NRCS and farmers and ranchers work together to improve agricultural operations while helping the environment. (usda.gov)
  • Learn about webinars, training opportunities and local events related to NRCS programs and services. (usda.gov)
  • Decisions are seasonal, event, or emergency based.Non-NRCS resource information is integrated into the analyses for comprehensive understanding of basin, watershed, and effected areas. (westernsnowconference.org)
  • these funds are used for wildlife conservation and hunter education programs, including the management of the WMA system. (maryland.gov)
  • The Complex will have a well-funded and community supported acquisition program which contributes to wildlife conservation. (fws.gov)
  • The goal of this study was to evaluate the economic contributions, characteristics, and stewardship motivations of diverse users of coastal wildlife management areas while valuing key ecosystem services provided by these areas and assess needs and opportunities for collaboration related to wildlife conservation and coastal community development. (msu.edu)
  • I appreciate the opportunity to testify before you today on eleven bills regarding fish and wildlife conservation in the United States and abroad. (doi.gov)
  • Thus, scientists have long been providing policy recommendations that seek to balance humanitarian needs with the best outcomes for the conservation of ecosystems and wildlife. (bvsalud.org)
  • Seeking to reverse the funding raids and lock-in an early commitment, Senator Stewart reached across the aisle to enlist Senator Rob Bradley (R-Fleming Island), who chairs the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on the Environment and Natural Resources, and has indicated his support. (capitalsoup.com)
  • The Service supports the goals of many of the other bills the Subcommittee is discussing today and appreciates the sponsors' and the Subcommittee's interest in advancing conservation and climate action. (doi.gov)
  • MASON TOWNSHIP, MAINE, 4/28/2009: The Trust for Public Land (TPL) and the U.S. Forest Service today announced the protection of 664 acres of land, including the public trailheads for the Miles Notch Trail and the Haystack Notch Trail. (tpl.org)
  • The funding was also proposed by the Forest Service as a top priority in its fiscal year 2008 budget. (tpl.org)
  • After consulting with neighbors, the Oxford County Commissioners, and the Forest Service, TPL proposed permanent protection of the property by adding it to the White Mountain National Forest. (tpl.org)
  • Forest Service ownership guarantees public access for hiking, hunting, and fishing, and assures sensitive management of the natural and cultural resources on the property. (tpl.org)
  • Spearheaded by Serena Williams, the petition included signatures from all but one of the township's 30 households and forwarded to the Maine congressional delegation and the Forest Service. (tpl.org)
  • With the support of the community and the Forest Service, TPL embarked on a two-year process to raise funds and complete the due diligence needed for a public acquisition. (tpl.org)
  • In a videotaped message, President Bush reminded the assembled "conservationalists" that Roosevelt - who established, among other things, the first national wildlife refuge, the U.S. Forest Service, and 23 national parks and monuments - "called conservation a patriotic duty. (grist.org)
  • In Alabama, TNC is currently working alongside the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) to add the property to the National Forest System while it reintroduces prescribed fire management practices that will ultimately enhance the land's rich ecosystem - specifically its 80-to-100-year-old montane longleaf pine forests. (nature.org)
  • They include the "traditional" conservation grants and the "nontraditional" grants: Habitat Conservation Plan land acquisition, habitat conservation planning assistance, and recovery land acquisition grants. (uwyo.edu)
  • Our natural resource conservation programs help people reduce soil erosion, enhance water supplies, improve water quality, increase wildlife habitat, and reduce damage caused by floods and other natural disasters. (usda.gov)
  • Natural Resource Damages Restoration Plans - Descriptions of NRD restoration projects, including habitat restoration and natural resource management, land acquisitions, and sportfishing restoration. (ny.gov)
  • Access to the property is currently limited due to restrictions in place to protect natural wetland habitat and facilitate restoration and management as we transition from agricultural use. (sonomalandtrust.org)
  • Since our purchase, we were able to permanently protect over 8,400 acres of endangered species habitat," said Kent Gilges, a partner at Conservation Resources. (conservationfund.org)
  • I am very excited about this land acquisition where we can provide outdoor recreation, including hunting and fishing, while at the same time protecting habitat for rare species like Alabama pearlshell mussels, gopher tortoises and Red Hills salamanders. (conservationfund.org)
  • The expansion would allow the National Park Service and the local community to work together to better protect natural resources and habitat in the corridor and improve access for recreational and educational purposes. (senate.gov)
  • We will now work to manage and restore this tract's natural habitat and ensure its assets are protected for generations to come. (nature.org)
  • In addition to the land's rich longleaf pine habitat, this tract also includes Gully Creek - a tributary of the Cahaba River - which has long been a conservation target as not only one of the longest free-flowing rivers in the South, but also one of biodiverse aquatic wealth. (nature.org)
  • Stateside POS funds are allocated to purchase land for state parks, forests, wildlife habitat, natural, scenic and cultural resources for public use. (btaa.org)
  • The Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) is a partner-driven approach to conservation that funds solutions to natural resource challenges on agricultural land. (usda.gov)
  • Though the collaboration between INES, CEC and SLU, a novel landscape approach for forests will be developed, that will benefit from the expertise on landscape approaches and ecosystem services in agricultural land at CEC. (lu.se)
  • For over 80 years, we've helped America's farmers, ranchers, and landowners conserve our nation's resources through our voluntary programs and science-based solutions. (usda.gov)
  • Landowners who choose this option would sign a voluntary, legal agreement with a local land trust or government agency to restrict development on the property in order to protect its natural features. (wildriversconservancy.org)
  • Provides technical assistance to project partners by helping to achieve community-defined goals, assessing resources, developing concept plans, engaging the public in participation, and identifying potential sources of funding for conservation and outdoor recreation projects. (uwyo.edu)
  • 6) "Water resource development project" means a project eligible for funding pursuant to s. 259.105 that increases the amount of water available to meet the needs of natural systems and the citizens of the state by enhancing or restoring aquifer recharge, facilitating the capture and storage of excess flows in surface waters, or promoting reuse. (flsenate.gov)
  • Developed by Baseline Consulting, Glen Ellen, CA with funding provided by Sonoma Land Trust and Sonoma Resource Conservation District. (sonomalandtrust.org)
  • Other sources of funds for land acquisition include Program Open Space Funding for Maryland's State and local parks and conservation areas, provided through The Department of Natural Resources' Program Open Space . (maryland.gov)
  • In 2014, about 4.2 million voters demonstrated the pulse of the public for dedicated funding for land and water conservation when they approved Amendment 1. (capitalsoup.com)
  • Addressing challenges of this scale requires a commitment of resources of equal magnitude, including funding of programs and partnerships that design and deliver science-based conservation, which are critical to ensuring that the Service and our partners can meet the moment. (doi.gov)
  • To that end, we appreciate the Subcommittee's interest on legislation that would boost funding authorizations for, and enhance coordination between, the Service and its partners to tackle conservation challenges. (doi.gov)
  • Several agencies and organizations in addition to the project sponsor are committed to restoration and conservation of south Puget Sound prairie communities including the the Washington Department of Natural Resources, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, The Nature Conservancy, Fort Lewis, and Thurston County Parks. (wildliferecreation.org)
  • The Nature Conservancy, with the assistance of several partners, drafted the South Puget Sound Prairies Site Conservation Plan to serve as the basis for future conservation and restoration efforts. (wildliferecreation.org)
  • The Nature Conservancy (TNC) in Alabama announced that it has closed on the formal acquisition of a 596-acre tract at Wheeler Mountain in Bibb County, future-proofing the land area from potential threats of conversion to non-forestry uses including development. (nature.org)
  • Our partnership with The Alabama Chapter of the Nature Conservancy enabled a win for conservation and a win for the landowner," said Jimmy Bullock, Senior Vice president Forest Sustainability for RMS. (nature.org)
  • The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) is the primary regulatory driver for hazardous waste (HW) management. (army.mil)
  • vii) Review and develop the policy and legal frameworks for natural resource management at national and community level. (who.int)
  • The Minerals Management Service estimates, for example, that energy consumers and businesses in California and Illinois would realize annual cost savings of $63 million and $24.5 million, respectively. (doi.gov)
  • Since infrastructure and lease-specific facilities are already in place, the Outer Continental Shelf is one of the best available sources for additional near-term domestic natural gas supply to meet the nation's needs,' said Johnnie Burton, director of the Minerals Management Service. (doi.gov)
  • Management will maximize the diversity and abundance of fish and wildlife with emphasis on threatened and endangered species, migratory birds, and aquatic resources. (fws.gov)
  • Beyond law enforcement duties, North Carolina rangers are responsible for natural resource management, environmental education and visitor services. (ncpedia.org)
  • We lead and participate in applied science studies geared toward solving and advancing our scientific knowledge in key areas important to natural resource management issues of the day. (swampthing.org)
  • We carry out the full range of services from earliest project phases to post-construction monitoring, including acquisition support, feasibility assessments, site characterization, designs from concept to engineering plans and specifications and bid packages, permitting and environmental review, stakeholder outreach, construction management, and grant support. (swampthing.org)
  • Cyclists in Fair Hill Natural Resource Management Area. (preservationmaryland.org)
  • High-quality elevation data are critical to a wide array of nationally significant applications including flood-risk management, infrastructure management, critical minerals exploration, energy development, natural-hazard evaluation and mitigation, agriculture and resource management, and conservation. (usgs.gov)
  • RMS is one of the world's largest and most experienced providers of timberland investment management services. (nature.org)
  • Exercising good stewardship through responsible management of all forest resources meets the needs of our clients, customers, employees, society and future generations. (nature.org)
  • Palgrave Studies in Natural Resource Management). (lu.se)
  • In some locations, such arrangements also permit the outsourcing of management and support services to partner agencies on a cost-shared basis, thus reducing initial capital investment and staffing requirements. (who.int)
  • From prominent resources, such as Long Island Sound, the Hudson River, the Adirondack Park, and Niagara Falls to small rural ponds, creeks, wetlands and municipal parks - the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)'s mission is to conserve, improve and protect all of the natural resources of New York State for the benefit of its citizens. (ny.gov)
  • or any other activities that serve to restore, conserve, protect, or provide public access, recreational opportunities, or necessary services for land or water areas. (flsenate.gov)
  • We conserve and protect our trust resources by implementing environmental laws and treaties, including ones related to today's hearing, such as the Endangered Species Act (ESA), Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), Lacey Act, and Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). (doi.gov)
  • We also support the intent of the Marine Mammal Research and Response Act of 2021, which would similarly enhance species conservation by strengthening the Service's ability to conserve and protect marine mammals. (doi.gov)
  • We want to ensure that we are able to continue using a science-based approach to target our resources to conserve those species and habitats that require the greatest attention. (doi.gov)
  • The Eastern Massachusetts National Wildlife Refuge Complex will contribute to the mission of the Refuge System and support ecosystem-wide priority wildlife and natural communities. (fws.gov)
  • Since joining Audubon in 2016, she has been leading multi-stakeholder, landscape conservation design efforts for Audubon's priority coastal landscapes, such as the Long Island Sound area, the Great Lakes, and San Francisco Bay, and has also led an effort to develop a progress-tracking tool to facilitate accountability across the organization. (audubon.org)
  • The invitation-only event was modeled after Teddy Roosevelt's 1908 Governors' Conference, which brought all the country's governors, Supreme Court justices, cabinet members, and other national leaders to the White House to make conservation a national priority. (grist.org)
  • The LWCF provides grants for outdoor recreation projects such as ball fields, pools, campgrounds, playgrounds, and land acquisitions for park development. (nd.gov)
  • WASHINGTON) - Interior Secretary Gale Norton today announced new incentives for natural gas development in hard-to-reach areas of the Gulf of Mexico that will save American consumers an estimated $570 million a year, create as many as 26,000 jobs, and help ensure the nation's energy security by boosting domestic production. (doi.gov)
  • With demand for natural gas climbing as more American families and businesses choose this clean-burning fuel, we must provide incentives for development of known resources that are harder to reach,' said Norton. (doi.gov)
  • Projects may be for the development or renovation of outdoor recreational facilities, or for acquisition of park land. (dailyjournalonline.com)
  • Through such programs as the Florida Communities Trust and the Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program, the state shall place additional emphasis on acquiring, protecting, preserving, and restoring open space, ecological greenways, and recreation properties within urban, suburban, and rural areas where pristine natural communities or water bodies no longer exist because of the proximity of developed property. (flsenate.gov)
  • The acquisition, representing about 30 miles of shoreline, protected critical watershed and view-shed areas in Burke County, and is one component of a regional development and conservation plan fashioned by state and local governments, Crescent and land conservation trusts. (ncpedia.org)
  • Previously, Joanna was a Senior Research Fellow in the Landscape Ecology Lab at the University of Massachusetts Amherst where she led the acquisition, development, and analysis of regional spatial datasets that provided the foundation for a Landscape Conservation Design in the Northeastern US. (audubon.org)
  • However, many conservation and development practitioners from biological backgrounds receive minimal training in either social research methods or participatory project design. (bvsalud.org)
  • These conversations were instrumental in gaining insights into different perspectives on sustainable development and environmental conservation. (lu.se)
  • FACT SHEET: USDA Streamlines Regional Conservation Partnership Program, Invests Unpreced. (usda.gov)
  • LWCF is a federal grant program funded by the Department of the Interior-National Park Service (NPS) and administered by DNR. (naylornetwork.com)
  • Wetlands Reserve Enhancement Program WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with NOTICES AGENCY: Commodity Credit Corporation and Natural Resources Conservation Service, Department of Agriculture. (justia.com)
  • Established in 1969, Program Open Space symbolizes Maryland's long-term commitment to conserving natural resources while providing exceptional outdoor recreation opportunities. (maryland.gov)
  • This 50/50 matching grant reimbursement program is administered at the state level by NDPRD and funded at the federal level by the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service (NPS). (nd.gov)
  • 138 million for the U.S. Geological Survey's (USGS) natural hazards program, which monitors programs for earthquakes, volcanoes, landslides and coastal areas. (biggame.org)
  • The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office administers WWRP grants, and the legislature funds the program. (wildliferecreation.org)
  • The program areas under the Division include Administration, OHV local grants program, Planning and Resources, Law Enforcement, Interpretation and Education. (usaconservation.org)
  • Monitor the implementation of the cultivated oyster mariculture program, the implementation of increased penalties related to the regulation of oyster harvesting, and the effectiveness of these state laws as related to the protection, conservation, and sustainability of oysters in Texas coastal waters. (texas.gov)
  • She has held positions at the World Resources Institute, the American Museum of Natural History, Columbia University's Center for Environmental Research and Conservation, the University of Maryland College Park, The University of Massachusetts Amherst, and has worked as a consultant for the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. (audubon.org)
  • The program presents a unique opportunity for collaboration between all levels of government to leverage the services and expertise of private-sector mapping firms that acquire the data and to create jobs now and in the future. (usgs.gov)
  • However, it entails purchase, maintenance and repair costs, and there is also the risk that buildings may be lost or heavily damaged during civil unrest or natural disasters. (who.int)
  • American Conservation Experience (ACE) - ACE would like to acknowledge and announce the departure of Executive Vice President, Sarah Miggins. (usaconservation.org)
  • 6. The needs of urban, suburban, and small communities in Florida for high-quality outdoor recreational opportunities, greenways, trails, and open space have not been fully met by previous acquisition programs. (flsenate.gov)
  • Develop trails and greenway corridors that protect natural resources, including plant and animal habitats. (ucnj.org)
  • Their long standing support for conservation in Maine is truly remarkable," said Sam Hodder, the outgoing Maine State Director for TPL. (tpl.org)
  • Many additional letters from local residents followed, voicing their own support of this conservation project. (tpl.org)
  • Additionally, it will support hundreds of thousands of waterfowl and shorebirds along the Pacific Flyway, contributing to their conservation. (sonomalandtrust.org)
  • viii) Support rewarding programmes for water and soil conservation at community level. (who.int)
  • ix) Support acquisition of appropriate technology for alternative sources of clean household energy. (who.int)
  • Study the need for general aviation facilities and identify potential resources that could be used to support additional facilities. (texas.gov)
  • Your participation and support of Maryland's historic sites in this survey will help make the case for additional resources for evaluation and maintenance. (preservationmaryland.org)
  • Sustainable acquisition, also known as green procurement, refers to a collection of specific legal requirements applicable to federal agencies. (army.mil)
  • JBLM Guide to Sustainable Acquisition for Construction is found in the Public Works Design Standard s. (army.mil)
  • Population objective 4 - Advocate for improved nutrition and food security, increased household incomes, protection of the environment and sustainable use of natural resources. (who.int)
  • The rapid loss of our nation's intact, working forests is an immense threat to biodiversity, rural economies and our fight against climate change," said The Conservation Fund's President and CEO Larry Selzer. (conservationfund.org)
  • This is an ArcView shapefile of statewide Conservation District office locations for the State of Oklahoma. (okmaps.org)
  • The Commissioner of Environmental Conservation is the Trustee for the natural resources of the State of New York, having been so designated by the Governor. (ny.gov)
  • The State laws are: the Environmental Conservation Law (ECL), the Navigation Law and common law. (ny.gov)
  • The Governor has designated the Commissioner of Environmental Conservation as the Trustee for New York's natural resources. (ny.gov)
  • Preservation Maryland has entered a year-long partnership with Maryland State Parks and Friends of Maryland State Parks to help identify, document, and prioritize the needs of these resources in the face of a limited budget and large project backlog. (preservationmaryland.org)
  • Since this process began in 2002, some sites that were once on the list have been added to the parks system as state natural areas or state parks. (ncpedia.org)
  • The satisfaction levels from the community are high for parks, natural areas, and programs. (ucnj.org)
  • Many of us have made lifelong memories in the natural areas of the watershed whether it be through fishing on the Namekagon, hiking at our state parks and forests, or kayaking along the Dalles on the St. Croix. (wildriversconservancy.org)
  • Boundaries of Rural Water Systems in Oklahoma" is a data set that contains the boundaries representing the approximate service areas of the individual rural water systems in Oklahoma. (okmaps.org)
  • The aim of this project is to develop methodologies for a landscape approach for forested areas, demonstrate how synergies and trade-offs between ecosystem services can be analyzed using this approach and highlight the advantages compared to business as usual approaches. (lu.se)
  • Major Ongoing Natural Resource Damages Assessments - Descriptions of major assessments being conducted by NYSDEC. (ny.gov)
  • The study noted that it is difficult to compare the job of park rangers and superintendents with other law enforcement jobs such as police officers and deputies, or even those elsewhere within the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, such as marine fisheries and wildlife enforcement officers. (ncpedia.org)
  • NC Division of Parks of Recreation , NC Department of Cultural Environment & Natural Resources. (ncpedia.org)
  • During that time, the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation embarked on its New Parks for a New Century initiative, which identified sites in the state - among some of the most treasured and threatened of natural resources - as potential additions to the state parks system. (ncpedia.org)
  • One of the top reasons people visit Maryland's State Parks is for the historic resources! (preservationmaryland.org)
  • As our planet faces rapidly warming climate and other conservation challenges, the Service's work is more important than ever. (doi.gov)
  • They contain technical information about the conservation of soil, water, air, and related plant and animal resources. (usda.gov)
  • conservation of biodiversity, and mitigation of GHG emissions and eutrophication. (lu.se)
  • The Haystack Notch project is truly a testament to the determination of the people of Maine to preserve and protect the natural wonders of our state," Senator Snowe said. (tpl.org)
  • People have been going to these woods for generations to hike, hunt, and fish and the conservation of the property will protect those traditional uses. (tpl.org)
  • The Haystack Notch Conservation Project is part of TPL's larger White Mountains Conservation Initiative-a collaborative effort to protect key forestlands and secure public access to critical trailheads and hiking paths in the White Mountains. (tpl.org)
  • The Conservation Fund's acquisition is a critical first step towards the forest's future protection, and the national nonprofit will now work with partners and seek private philanthropic donors to help protect the forest in perpetuity. (conservationfund.org)
  • Contribute financially to projects that protect important natural resources. (senate.gov)
  • Thankfully, we were successful in working with RMS to successfully close this acquisition and protect the rich biological diversity of this area in perpetuity," added Reid. (nature.org)
  • The Service supports the intent of legislation like the Recovering America's Wildlife Act of 2021, which would equip States, Territories, and Tribes with more than $1.3 billion annually to address the needs of more than 12,000 species of greatest conservation concern. (doi.gov)
  • Applicants may contribute funds toward lidar data acquisition via the Geospatial Products and Services Contracts or they may request 3DEP funds toward lidar data acquisition where the requesting partner is the acquiring authority. (usgs.gov)
  • When a spill or release of contaminants into the environment results in injuries to natural resources, Natural Resource Damages (NRD) are sought from the party or parties legally responsible in order to restore the injured natural resources and compensate the public. (ny.gov)
  • CERCLA requires the U.S. president and each state governor to designate federal and state officials who will act on behalf of the public as trustees for natural resources. (ny.gov)
  • This area is a part of Maryland's Department of Natural Resources public land system and is managed by the Wildlife and Heritage Service. (maryland.gov)
  • All local governments and public school districts are eligible for the federal funds, which are made available through the U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service. (dailyjournalonline.com)
  • The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is conducting a statewide public survey to help set their priorities in land acquisition, conservation, and recreation - there are several questions related to the maintenance and interpretation of historic sites so it's a great opportunity to show how important Maryland history is to you. (preservationmaryland.org)
  • Once sold, the land is permanently protected for future generations by being converted into conservation and natural resource land open to public access. (wildriversconservancy.org)
  • ATSDR makes its Public Health Statements (PHSs) available as summary standalone resources, which are pulled from Chapter One of each contaminant-specific Toxicological Profile. (cdc.gov)
  • The implementation of eligible projects under s. 259.105 includes land acquisition, land and water body restoration, aquifer storage and recovery facilities, surface water reservoirs, and other capital improvements. (flsenate.gov)
  • We need to set aside the land to provide the natural systems and services tied to our quality of water. (capitalsoup.com)
  • Much of Alabama's natural longleaf pine forests have disappeared over the years, and we did not want to risk this same fate for Wheeler Mountain. (nature.org)
  • ACE is grounded in the philosophy that cooperative labor on meaningful conservation projects fosters cross cultural understanding and operates in the belief that challenging volunteer service unites people of all backgrounds in common cause. (usaconservation.org)
  • Participate in cooperative conservation and recreation planning. (senate.gov)
  • Earlier this week, St. Louis hosted the White House Conference on Cooperative Conservation. (grist.org)
  • Norton said they would be developing cooperative conservation legislation to submit to Congress, but couldn't say much about what it would be, because, well, it too would be the result of collaboration. (grist.org)
  • Birdwatchers and waterfowl hunters were more specialized, committed, and willing to devote personal time to conservation-related activities than anglers and community members. (msu.edu)
  • If the goal is to increase frequency of conservation behaviors, communication messages should include waterfowl hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and conservationist identities. (msu.edu)
  • I recently got to experience and learn a ton about the Red Hills," said Mike Oetker, acting regional director for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in the Southeast. (conservationfund.org)
  • In 1974 after various land transfers, the refuge land was given to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from the Department of Defense. (fws.gov)
  • The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service manage the refuge for an assortment of wildlife species, with special focus on migratory birds. (fws.gov)
  • Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge is established after Department of Defense transfers land to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. (fws.gov)
  • The property is then managed by the purchasing agency, oftentimes the Wisconsin DNR, the Minnesota DNR, US Fish and Wildlife Service or local counties. (wildriversconservancy.org)
  • I am Stephen Guertin, Deputy Director for Policy for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) within the Department of the Interior (Department). (doi.gov)
  • The goal of an NRD claim is the restoration, replacement, or acquisition of the equivalent of the injured resources, and compensation for past and future lost services that the injured resources would have provided had they not been injured by the release. (ny.gov)
  • These incentives will help ensure we have a reliable domestic supply of natural gas in the future. (doi.gov)
  • The 23,000 acres, now known as the Alabama Red Hills Salamander Forest, were acquired from leading impact real estate asset manager, Conservation Resources, which has sustainably managed the forest since 2009. (conservationfund.org)
  • The Service acquired an additional 120 acres in the Town of Harvard adding to Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge. (fws.gov)
  • Also in 2004, an agreement was reached with Crescent Resources Inc., the real estate arm of Duke Energy to acquire 2,915 acres to expand Lake James State Park . (ncpedia.org)
  • RMS' stewardship of this property since acquisition in 2006 maintained the conservation values inherent to this acquisition. (nature.org)
  • Agencies are directed to give procurement preference to certain environmentally preferable products and services that have a positive or less negative impact on human health and the environment when compared with competing products or services that serve the same purpose. (army.mil)
  • The study was a collaboration among Michigan State University Department of Fisheries & Wildlife, MSU Extension - Michigan Sea Grant within the Community, Food, and Environment Institute, and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Division. (msu.edu)
  • Although he didn't show up at his own White House conference on conservation, this president eagerly took credit for improving the environment too. (grist.org)
  • As the country's oldest Federal conservation agency, the Service has worked collaboratively with partners for more than 150 years to ensure a healthy environment for wildlife and people. (doi.gov)
  • appropriating money for environment and natural resources. (mn.gov)
  • We present a context-adaptable toolkit to assess community agency, identify barriers to adaptation, and survey perceptions of behaviour change around natural resource conservation and alternative food acquisition strategies. (bvsalud.org)
  • The purchase was made possible through a partnership between Sonoma Land Trust, the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the San Francisco Bay Restoration Authority, and the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. (sonomalandtrust.org)
  • 384 million for wildfire suppression, which will be supplemented by additional emergency suppression resource authority in the event of another severe fire season. (biggame.org)
  • From its hardwood bottom with rich flora diversity and aquatic diversity in Gulch Creek to the top with its natural stone arch formation, Wheeler Mountain is a true natural gem. (nature.org)
  • The Amazon rainforests extend over a large swath of South America and are one of the world's most important bioregions regarding its biological, social, and cultural diversity and the ecosystem services it providesto people . (lu.se)
  • The Senate Committee on Natural Resources interim report to the 79th Legislature. (texas.gov)
  • Maine's natural resources have helped to shape the economic, environmental, and recreational character of our entire state. (tpl.org)
  • The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow, throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. (audubon.org)
  • In order to aid the Commissioner in fulfilling his Trustee obligations, DEC's Natural Resource Damages Staff seek to recover damages from responsible parties when natural resources are injured and use such damages to restore or replace those resources. (ny.gov)
  • Lace up walking shoes for this hike into the new land acquisition where you will get a firsthand account of the incredible work being done to plant thousands of native trees and restore diverse habitats on this premium Oak Openings Region land. (metroparkstoledo.com)
  • This position is part of the Appraisal and Valuation Services Office, Office of the Secretary of Interior. (usajobs.gov)
  • Determines the highest and best use of the property under appraisal in compliance with the Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions and/or the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. (usajobs.gov)
  • Prepares narrative appraisal reports which comply with the Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions and/or the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. (usajobs.gov)
  • Specialized experience for this position includes but is not limited to: Preparing appraisals of real property, providing appraisal consultation services to clients, estimating the market value of properties, and applying federal, state, and local land and land-title laws to carry out appraisal assignments. (usajobs.gov)
  • Our most recent acquisition of the Alabama Red Hills Salamander Forest works towards that larger national goal while also securing a critical resource for local species and community members. (conservationfund.org)
  • Many insect species are undergoing rapid population decline in recent decades due to anthropogenic changes to natural landscapes and climate. (lu.se)