Project Overview

As the climate changes, concern for the vast array of sensitive habitats stewarded by Farm & Wilderness led the organization to initiate a project with the Conway School. This study aims to help Farm and Wilderness better understand the role of its properties in the regional ecosystem and landscape conservation efforts. This report presents a broad-scale analysis of the ecological resources of both Farm & Wilderness landholdings and of the region; possible partnership opportunities with other agencies and organizations; and recommended strategies for increasing climate resilience in the region. 1. Create a document exploring how sensitive landscapes, wildlife habitat corridors, watershed management, and invasive aquatic and terrestrial species relate to climate change, and make recommendations to increase climate resiliency on the property.

2. Identify how Farm & Wilderness could improve practices to support water quality and prepare for flooding issues that arise with climate change.

3. Identify ways that Farm & Wilderness lands can support the work of local and regional land-based agencies and nonprofits.

4. Analyze how Farm & Wilderness properties can continue providing safe public recreation while also protecting wildlife and natural communities in a changing climate.