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.
Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Project
Guiding the Town of Deerfield through a climate change planning process
Red Pine Replacement
Management of the harvesting and replacement of red pines infected by disease and insect problems.
Historical Trail Plan
Detailed trail plans and cost estimates for the creation of an urban historical trail in a phased approach.
Ecological Studies & Stewardship Plans
Supporting environmental stewardship of Amherst College's campus.
Retirement Community Trail
A second phase of enhancement to improve trail accessibility at the Lathrop Retirement Community in Northampton, MA.
464-acre Wildlife Restoration Plan
A pair of large scale wildlife restoration plans to benefit endangered species and bird habitats.
Rock Walk Trail
Ongoing work to develop a unique interpretive trail through an abandoned quarry.
Land Trust Alliance Re-accreditation Process
Land trust stewardship assistance on over 60 properties.
Ecological Land Analysis
Conservation of ecologically important edge habitat at educational farm.
Lathrop Community Trail System Upgrade
Reducing impact on the property’s wetlands and providing safe crossings of wet trail sections.
College Farm Feasibility Study
Feasibility assessment for establishment of college farm program.
Conservation Area Bridge & Boardwalk
Trail design and grant writing services to support the renovation of an existing bridge and boardwalk.
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.
Private Ecological Plan
Preparation of a report to demonstrate the potential for permanent protection of a private 25-acre property.
Southampton Trail Network
Town-wide trail network with connections to regional rail trail system
Boardwalk Construction
Construction of a weather-resistant boardwalk at a wildflower sanctuary.
APR Assistance
Agricultural Preservation Restriction (APR) for school farm program and high priority conservation area.
Watershed Wildlife Plans
Habitat improvement for the endangered Northern Long-eared Bat and a variety of bird species.