Saving Land, Summer 2010 (Vol. 29 No. 3)
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About This Saving Land
5 From the President
The value of the board
6 Conservation News
Defense insurance commitments are at 90%; training tomorrow’s leaders; voters of color reveal strong support for conservation
10 Policy Roundup
Making things fairer for modest income landowners; America’s Great Outdoors conference
12 Voiced
A foundation executive director reveals what she looks for in a strong board
14 Growing a Strong Board
At the heart of every land trust is the board of directors. We all understand why having a strong board is important, but how do we get there?
18 Pulling from the Ranks
Committing to a solid volunteer program makes good sense not just because it connects your land trust to the community, but because you can train knowledgeable and energetic new leaders for the future.
20 A Place in the Sun
The Sacramento Valley Conservancy has much to celebrate: turning 20, achieving accreditation, and saving the pastoral Deer Creek Hills Preserve and Working Ranch.
24 You’ve Got Mail
A county notification system in Virginia illustrates how cooperative attitudes and technology can enhance the monitoring capacity of land trusts and other easement holders.
28 Board Matters
How to have productive meetings; Board Member Challenge logos
31 Accreditation Corner
Board members of accredited land trusts address issues of excellence, trust and permanence
32 Fundraising Wisdom
A mix of funding sources saves a historic farm
34 Resources & Tools
A wealth of information especially for board members
36 People & Places
We honor the passing of some giants of conservation
38 Inspired
Only the land remains
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