Upland Journal

CPF has submitted a proposal for a major trail connectivity project as part of Cazenovia’s DRI planning process. The goal is straightforward: connect Cazenovia’s trails while making them safer, more accessible, and more welcoming to people of all ages and abilities.

In our case, as land trust staff, donors, and volunteers, we all share one dream—to conserve and connect the critical landscapes that are important for people and for nature, for generations to come. Thank you for being part of that shared vision and for making it possible to turn our collective dream of conservation into a lasting reality.

Land trusts structure conservation transactions in many ways to protect natural areas, working farms, forests, wetlands, trails, and historic properties. The best approach depends on the property, the landowner’s goals, available funding, and long-term conservation priorities.

When I accepted the position of Land Stewardship Manager at CPF, I was told that no two days would be the same. One year in, I can confirm that is the truth!