November Newsletter

As I begin to reflect on the past year and look ahead to our goals for the new one, I am filled with gratitude for your unwavering support and commitment to protecting the lands and waters we all cherish.

Thank you to everyone who was able to join us at our Annual Meeting on November 9. It was a wonderful celebration of 2024's conservation milestones (and a full house) at the beautiful Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens. We were delighted to be joined by the Connecticut Land Conservation Council's Executive Director, Amy Paterson, who presented former NCLC Board President, Hiram Williams, with a prestigious Conservation Hero award.

As the year draws to a close, we are also in the midst of our Annual Membership Appeal. Thanks to a very special matching gift, every dollar you contribute by December 3 will be doubled (up to $100,000), allowing us to accomplish even more in the year ahead. Your donation will directly support not only new land acquisitions, but also stewardship, public access, partnerships, and educational programs.

I invite you to consider making a gift today—your membership support creates a healthier, more sustainable future for the people of Northwest Connecticut.

Thank you for being part of this incredible journey. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful Thanksgiving holiday.

Warm regards,

Partnership is at the heart of our conservation work. NCLC is pleased to offer our Acquisition Grant Program for Partners. Based on partner feedback and support requests, this program is designed to help ensure that partner land trusts can quickly complete acquisition projects and contribute to regional conservation goals.

NCLC is dedicated to accelerating the pace of conservation in our region. This includes supporting, celebrating, and amplifying the conservation work of our partners. Together, we can make a difference. Click here to learn more.

Explore NCLC's Online Publication Library

At NCLC, we believe in the power of knowledge to drive meaningful change in land conservation. That's why we have assembled an online publication library with informative materials about our region's resources and conservation needs and efforts.

From in-depth reports to practical guides, you will find resources that cover a wide range of topics, including:

• NCLC's Partner Farms brochure
• NCLC's 2024-2030 Strategic Plan
• And more

Northwest Connecticut Land Conservancy is a nonprofit regional land trust.

As a guardian of natural and working lands, public recreation areas, and drinking water resources, NCLC permanently protects 13,300 acres (and growing) of vast, connected natural areas in Litchfield and northern Fairfield Counties.