The Dutchess Land Conservancy is a non-profit organization committed to preserving the rural character, vital resources, and open spaces in Dutchess County, New York.
This organization promotes balanced, well-planned growth while conserving essential natural resources and working landscapes. It aims to foster healthy and vibrant communities that benefit future generations.
To achieve its mission, the Dutchess Land Conservancy focuses its efforts in three key program areas:
- Land Conservation
- Stewardship
- Public Education
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Their WORK
Land Conservation Program
Farmland Protection
Conservation Land Planning
Working with Municipalities
Community Assistance
Stewardship
Since its founding in 1985, the organization has successfully protected over 43,500 acres of vital farmland, essential water resources, irreplaceable wildlife habitats, and scenic landscapes for the benefit of the community today and in the future.
Through voluntary land transactions with private landowners, the organization offers conservation land planning assistance and engages in ongoing public education efforts. These initiatives aim to protect the land while guiding new growth to enhance natural and agricultural landscapes, ultimately fostering balanced and sustainable communities.
The organization firmly believes that a thriving economy and a healthy environment are interconnected and mutually reinforcing.
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