In every area of expertise, Conservation Works brings a broad perspective that comes from years of experience.
Clients often come to us with only a loosely defined vision of what they would like to accomplish. Working closely with the client, we are able to provide guidance, strategies, recommendations, and project management that allow the client to achieve a sensible result. In every project, we make an effort to work with clients to transform their visions into tangible accomplishments.
Retirement Community Trail
A second phase of enhancement to improve trail accessibility at the Lathrop Retirement Community in Northampton, MA.
Historical Trail Plan
Detailed trail plans and cost estimates for the creation of an urban historical trail in a phased approach.
Lathrop Community Trail System Upgrade
Reducing impact on the property’s wetlands and providing safe crossings of wet trail sections.
464-acre Wildlife Restoration Plan
A pair of large scale wildlife restoration plans to benefit endangered species and bird habitats.
Conservation Area Bridge & Boardwalk
Trail design and grant writing services to support the renovation of an existing bridge and boardwalk.
Watershed Wildlife Plans
Habitat improvement for the endangered Northern Long-eared Bat and a variety of bird species.
Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Project
Guiding the Town of Deerfield through a climate change planning process
Boardwalk Construction
Construction of a weather-resistant boardwalk at a wildflower sanctuary.
Land Trust Alliance Re-accreditation Process
Land trust stewardship assistance on over 60 properties.
College Farm Feasibility Study
Feasibility assessment for establishment of college farm program.
Private Ecological Plan
Preparation of a report to demonstrate the potential for permanent protection of a private 25-acre property.
APR Assistance
Agricultural Preservation Restriction (APR) for school farm program and high priority conservation area.
Ecological Land Analysis
Conservation of ecologically important edge habitat at educational farm.
Urban Open Space & Recreation Plan
Conducted public outreach to inform goals and action plan for next seven years, and ADA assessment of 29 city parks.
Southampton Trail Network
Town-wide trail network with connections to regional rail trail system
Rock Walk Trail
Ongoing work to develop a unique interpretive trail through an abandoned quarry.
Ecological Studies & Stewardship Plans
Supporting environmental stewardship of Amherst College's campus.
Red Pine Replacement
Management of the harvesting and replacement of red pines infected by disease and insect problems.