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Farmland Preservation Workshops for Natural & Cultural Heritage Lands

Join our workshops to protect lands for recreation, education, and historical preservation in North Carolina. Learn about the Natural Heritage Program's mission to conserve important natural areas for the benefit of the public.

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Farmland Preservation Workshops for Natural & Cultural Heritage Lands

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  1. Overview for Farmland Preservation Workshops Lisa Riegel Executive Director (919) 715-8014

  2. MISSIONprotect natural & cultural heritage lands • Recreation, scientific, education, cultural and aesthetic purposes • Additions to state parks, trails, forests, wildlife areas • Historic properties program • Other beneficial use and enjoyment by the public

  3. Natural Heritage Program • ID most important natural areas in state • 76 of 100 Counties complete • Info used in conservation planning

  4. Program Overview • Established 1987 • 12 member citizen board • Accepts applications from 4 state agencies: DENR, DoACS, DCR, WRC • Awards - twice a year

  5. NHTF Funded/Unfunded Comparison1987-2006

  6. Partnerships • Project coordination with Clean Water Management Trust Fund, and Park & Recreation Trust Fund • Frequent coordination with applicant agencies, private donors and conservation groups • Most projects have matching funds or landowner gifts

  7. Ag’s Plant Conservation Program • Penny’s Bend/Eno River • Tater Hill • Boiling Springs

  8. Additional Information Lisa.riegel@ncmail.net (919) 715-8014

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