Posted on behalf of the Richmond Conservation Commission:
The Richmond Conservation Commission is hosting a panel discussion on the theme of balancing conservation and trail-based recreation. We invite you to participate!
The Richmond community values our ability to visit local woods and waters (on foot, bike, stroller, or snowmobile) and connect with the natural world. At the same time, we care deeply about the plants and animals who also call this place home. Conserving wild places, while still allowing for public access, requires balancing both complimentary and competing goals and interests. Our panel discussion will address these themes and more.
Panelists include:
Meredith Naughton - researcher focused on recreation impacts on wildlife
Andrea Shortsleeve - Private Lands Habitat Biologist, VT Fish and Wildlife
Claire Polfus - Recreation Program Manager, VT Forests, Parks and Recreation
Hannah Epstein - Stewardship Coordinator at the Northeast Wilderness Trust
Panel discussion is moderated by Jim Shallow - Director of Strategic Conservation Initiatives at The Nature Conservancy and Richmond resident
Below are the details:
When: March 15th from 6:00-8:00
Where: Richmond Free Library
Zoom Meeting ID: 826 9302 5762;
Passcode: 160474
Dial by your location: +1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
Contact: Judy Rosovsky Chair of Richmond Conservation Commission judy.rosovsky@comcast.net
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