2008 Maine Land Conservation Conference

Workshops – Session C: : Saturday, May 3^rd 3:15 – 4:30 PM

C1 Five Steps for the Universal Considered Ask

Presenter: Michael Shapiro, Development Consultant

Learn the best steps for a personal, face-to-face ask whether for a capital gift, charitable trust, board membership or just an annual donations. Attendees will leave with a one-page sheet describing and reinforcing the subject matter and an understanding of the need to feel positive about making a request. All

C2 Integrated Strategy for Success and Sustainability -- Part II

Presenter: Karen Buck, Conservation Impact

Building on the understanding of the power of the integrated strategy gained during Part 1, this follow-up session will demonstrate how to apply specific tools to create a more sustainable organization. This workshop will focus on how to create a strong identity, engage constituents, and build capacity. Participants will be able to apply the integrated approach to "play to your strengths" and get to the next level of success. Intermediate/Advanced

C3 Planning for Succession

Presenters: Kathy Hunt, Starboard Leadership Consulting and Barbara Welch, Frenchman Bay Conservancy

Changes in leadership, whether planned or unexpected, can be very disruptive to the work of your organization. Proper planning, support and effective internal communication can minimize the negative impacts of leadership succession and even contribute to positive change. This session will help land trust board and staff members prepare for and survive changes in leadership and to effectively cultivate new leaders. All

C4 Photography Gone Wild

Presenter: Jym St. Pierre, RESTORE: The North Woods

This workshop will focus on ways to harness the power of photography for the protection of wild places in Maine. Participants will receive pointers for taking good nature photos and will have the opportunity to learn about great places to take pictures, view images by photographers who are doing interesting landscape and wildlife photography in our state, and learn about the history of nature photography in Maine. All

C5 Focus Species Forestry: Integrating Wildlife Habitat and Forest Management on Conservation Properties

Presenters: Rob Bryan, ME Licensed Forester, Maine Audubon; Mark Berry, Executive Director; Downeast Lakes Land Trust

We will present Focus Species Forestry, an integrated approach to conservation of biological diversity and timber management, along with examples of its application, and provide participants with an opportunity to develop a hypothetical management plan using Focus Species principles. Rob Bryan, Forest Habitat Ecologist and Licensed Forester at Maine Audubon, will present an overview of the Focus Species Forestry approach and Maine Audubon's collaborative project involving 12 model land trust and town forests across Maine. Downeast Land Trust Executive Director Mark Berry will provide an example of applying the model to the DLLT's 27,080-acre Farm Cove Community Forest and Mr. Bryan will give examples of its application to smaller properties. In the hands-on portion of the workshop, participants will act as the Stewardship Committee for a land trust. Using maps and ecological baseline data, participants will identify management objectives, select focal species, and identify management strategies to achieve desired outcomes.

Participants will be provided with an overview of Focus Species Forestry species and habitats and may purchase (for $10) a copy of the forest management handbook Focus Species Forestry, a Guide to Integrating Timber and Biodiversity Management in Maine which was published by Maine Audubon in partnership with the Maine Forest Service, Maine Natural Areas Program, Professional Logging Contractors of Maine, and the Small Woodland Owners of Maine. This workshop should be helpful to land trusts considering, or already engaged in, forest management, or any group considering integrating conservation objectives with economic activity important to local communities. Intermediate/Advanced

C6 Northern Appalachian/Acadian Ecoregion Conservation Planning Atlas

Presenter: Gillian Woolmer, Wildlife Conservation Society

The Conservation consortium Two Countries / One Forest (2C1Forest) has developed the Northern Appalachian/Acadian Ecoregion Conservation Planning Atlas, an online mapping tool that contains over 30 new conservation datasets. The Atlas contains an interactive mapping interface that allows users to navigate and query map data, and create customized maps to meet their needs. GIS data and pre-made maps can also be downloaded from the Atlas. This workshop will provide an overview of the Atlas' contents and tutorial on its use. GIS or mapping skills are not required. All

C7 Safeguarding Archaeological Sites: What, When and How

Presenter: Arthur Spiess, PhD., Senior Archaeologist, Maine Historic Preservation Commission

This seminar will include an introduction to Maine archaeological site types and contents. It will cover how archaeologists find sites, site significance, site protection. and preservation agreements for land trusts and land owners. Intermediate

C8 Mapping for Your Land Trust with Google Earth

Presenter: Patrick Wright, NOAA Coastal Associate, State Planning Office

The emergence of Google Earth & Maps has created an incredibly useful way to create and share place-based information for general public consumption. Learn how it can be a great tool for your land trust. All

C9 Telling the Story: How to Talk About Conservation in Informal Settings

Presenters: Alix Hopkins, MCHT Board member and Communications Committee Chair; Roger Berle, Oceanside Conservation Trust of Casco Bay & Portland Trails

This workshop will address how to talk about land conservation in casual conversations using stories from your own or others' experience to connect with your listeners. This is not really about making a formal presentation, but rather how to weave your passion for and commitment to conservation into everyday interactions with peers. All

C10 Idea Forum -- Part II

Continuation of B10. Join us for either or both of these facilitated discussion forums. Please come whether you have an idea to contribute, feedback to share, or an ear to lend. Advanced

C11 Gaining Influence: Strategies for Getting Your Conservation Commission a Seat at the Table

Presenter: Bob Shafto, Maine Association of Conservation Commissions

Conservation Commissions have no legal authority, but they can have a great deal of influence in their community. Strategies for gaining such influence are the subject of this highly interactive session. All