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Mission
    The Farmington Land Trust, Inc. protects
    open space in the Town of Farmington through:
Canal Aqueduct parcel
Cowles parcel
Carey pasture
Carey parcel
Bancroft Memorial
Vernal pond treasures at
Bancroft Memorial
Clatter Valley
Stewarding at Clatter Valley
   
  • Acquisition of open space via outright gifts, conservation
    easements and other conservation options

  • Stewardship practices that restore biological diversity and
    promote wildlife habitat

  • Education of the public, government and business
    community about the importance of open space and our
    collective role in its protection

  • Advocacy at the local and state level for policies and
    actions that ensure the long-term protection of Farmington's
    natural resources.
   
 
    President's message:
    Charles Leach, President,
    Farmington Land Trust
    We are fortunate that several private groups and municipal
    agencies work together to preserve Farmington’s beautiful semi-
    rural ambience.  In collaboration with the Town Planner’s office, our
    Planning and Zoning [TPZ] and Conservation Commissions
    interpret and implement the long range plan of Conservation and
    Development. The Inland Wetland and Watercourses Commission
    has the complex task of interpreting wetlands regulations as they
    apply to permitting developments - with the aim of protecting our
    ecologically valuable marshes, streams, aquifers and wet soils.  
    All of these oversight activities serve to protect against
    environmental damage and loss of habitat, and to conserve the
    natural beauty of the town.
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Map of Farmington
Land Trust Parcels
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Jack Emery
Jack Emery, a founder of the
Farmington Land Trust
Howard Coe
Howard Coe, a founder of the
Farmington Land Trust, Inc.
Dick Noyes
Dick Noyes, Executive Director
Farmington Land Trust, Inc.
1988-2002
    On the private side, your Land Trust directly stewards about 300
    acres of open space by conservation easement and fee
    ownership. Our parcels are scattered through- out the town, and
    range in character from upland woods to old farm fields and
    riverbanks. Carefully thought out conservation plans tell us how
    each property can be best stewarded. Some are inviolate nature
    preserves to which only limited entry is permitted; while the public
    is welcomed to others on which there are trails, river access,
    fishing spots and historic artifacts.  A member of our stewardship
    committee is assigned to monitor each property. Stewardship
    efforts include wildlife inventories, removal of invasive species,
    defense against encroachments, trail maintenance among others.
    Stewardship also includes collaborations with our town and with
    regional conservation groups such as the Farmington River
    Watershed Association.  We also work with state and national
    environmental organizations and with historic preservation groups.

    Though we are a relatively small land trust in terms of acreage, we
    have had a big impact through our advocacy efforts: We played a
    major role in achieving passage of legislation [Public Act 06-89]
    which increases protection of conserved lands against
    encroachments.  We vigorously supported the  town’s purchase of
    the Krell Farm.  And we continue our years-long effort to help the
    Town achieve effective Inland Wetlands Commission [IWW]
    function by separating IWW from TPZ.

    In short, we are partners with our town and with many others
    dedicated to conservation. Such partnerships and regional efforts
    are the way of the future, and you can be proud that your
    Farmington Land Trust is right there at the forefront showing the
    way!   

    Sincerely,

    Charles Leach
    President, Farmington Land Trust, Inc.