Greetings,

Last reminder about our event this week on Wednesday at 6pm. The Richmond Conservation Commission will host a panel discussion on the theme of balancing conservation and trail-based recreation. We encourage you to join us! There is much to learn from our fine presenters.

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.

When: March 15th from 6:00-8:00

Where: Richmond Free Library Community Room

Panelists:
Meredith Naughton - researcher focused on recreation impacts on wildlife
Andrea Shortsleeve - Private Lands Habitat Biologist, Vermont Fish and Wildlife
Claire Polfus - Recreation Program Manager, Vermont Forests, Parks and Recreation
Hannah Epstein - Stewardship Coordinator, Northeast Wilderness Trust

The panel discussion will be moderated by Jim Shallow, Director of Strategic Conservation Initiatives at The Nature Conservancy, and Richmond resident.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82693025762?pwd=WkJUNXlmMm94WWIybGlIVU8zMkpmQT09

Meeting ID: 826 9302 5762
Passcode: 160474

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We hope to see you, or have you with us on Zoom, on March 15th!

Elizabeth Wright and my fellow members of the Richmond Conservation Commission

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