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Conservation Heads Together

2/13/2019

 
Dave here:

On January 28th, 2019, Transition Town Jericho hosted a panel of local town Conservation Commission heads from Jericho, Bolton, Richmond, and Underhill.  The meeting was an opportunity for the various representatives to discuss recent initiatives and share their experiences as working teams. About 22 people showed up.

Discussions included:
·        The work to eliminate invasive species, such as japanese knotweed, abundant on Crane Brook and other areas
·        Over harvesting of fiddleheads, and how to ensure there are good supplies every year
·        Work with land owners providing ideas and resources to reduce erosion
·        Applying for a grant to build a wildflower pollinator garden on the Jericho Village Green

The Conservation Commission (CC) oversees management of properties owned by the towns.  In addition, they are available for conducting studies, applying for grants, and providing input for the various Boards in regard to the natural resources within the towns.

Tom Baribault of the Jericho CC, talked about the Backwoods program which is an online course targeted at teaching homeowners with 25 acres or less about their woods and how they can be caretakers of it. Whether you own 2 acres or 20 acres, this program will help you make the most out of the woods in your backyard! 

Underhill, represented by Karen McKnight, holds monthly meetings with both members and non-members attending.  Workshops on living with bears, bird friendly maples, connectivity of wildlife areas, and tree walks to identify/treat ash trees ravished by the ash borer.

Amy Ludwin, of the Bolton CC cited various projects including mapping the river basin and managing the town forest.  They work with land owners on erosion issues and partner with groups such as the Friends of the Winooski. They also have stewardship of the Preston Pond Conservation Area.

The Richmond CC, represented by Judy Rosovsky, sponsors studies on town natural resources such as Gillett Pond, assisted by students from UVM’s Department of Plant Biology.  They also contribute to revisions of the Town Plan including mapping the town’s natural resources.

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