Saving Land, Summer 1997 (Vol. 16 No. 3)
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5 Bringing Natural Beauty to the City
The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy’s urban garden program is beautifying cityscapes and enhancing the quality of life for city residents.
8 Characteristics of Land Trust Boards
Survey results provide insight into the makeup of land trusts’ boards of directors.
12 Conservation and Public Access
Consideration of a few key points can help land trusts decide whether or not to provide public access on their properties.
14 Conservation Investors: Making Money, Saving Land
A conservation investor outlines the key elements of partnerships with land trusts.
15 Balancing Public and Private Interests
Maine Coast Heritage Trust shares lessons it has learned in working with conservation investors.
3 President’s Column
4 Legislative Update
18 LTA Notes
20 Gleanings
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