Saving Land, Fall 2003 (Vol. 22 No. 3)
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About This Saving Land
3 President’s Column
4 Public Policy Update
5 Legal Opinion
Second in a two-part series on problematic conservation easements.
8 The Use of Options in Conservation Transactions
Find out about the many opportunities and challenges faced by land trusts using options to further their missions.
13 Collaboration in the Lake Superior Basin
Learn how one collaboration is increasing its conservation impact by bringing together a diverse group of organizations to work for its common goals.
16 Looking Back: LTA’s Roots Shape the Road Ahead
Former LTA president Jean Hocker describes how the Land Trust Alliance was formed from the grassroots up, and still maintains this unique strength.
19 Navigating the Stages of Land Trust Development
Growth of land trusts can strain volunteers, the board and staff. Charting a path that suits your group can focus your limited or growing resources.
24 LTA News
28 Land Trust Gleanings and Good News
32 Ask an Expert
Christine Torgrimson, a conservation consultant, answers questions about land trust board issues and organizational effectiveness.
34 Tips & Talk
Advice for land trusts on fundraising and public awareness.
35 Calendar
37 On The Bookshelf
38 What is Land?
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