Registry Update 2010. Anchored by WEI’s own Amador Hill Retreat Center, the program has grown to include a total of nine properties and over 228 acres. Our 2009 member gatherings were held in community settings: in February at Wild River State Park, and in September at Landscape Alternatives. Participants enjoyed presentations on local ecology and landscaping with native plants (as well as coffee and blueberry pie!). This year, two members enjoyed free “Ecologist Walk-abouts” of their land with program ecologist Tara Kelly— a great chance to find out about their properties’ unique natural features, ask questions, and get ideas for how to achieve their goals. Also this year, buckthorn wrestlers were happy to learn that the Registry has now acquired a “weed wrench” for loan to members. (Go get ‘em).
Heartfelt thanks to those who participated 2009-2010 Registry events, in particular guest speakers Tom Anderson, Dave Crawford and Roy Robison. We look forward to the Registry year ahead; a chance to learn, to meet more conservation-minded friends and neighbors, a chance to work together to protect the beautiful landscapes of this region.
THE AMADOR-SUNRISE LAND REGISTRY: A community of conservation-minded landowners
Who may participate? The Registry serves residents who own property in Amador and Sunrise Townships of Chisago County, MN.
What are the obligations of joining the Registry? Members make a pledge to manage their property in a manner consistent with the stated ideals of the Registry. This pledge is non-binding, and does not carry any legal obligation. There is no cost to join.
What are the benefits of joining the Registry?
Invitation to quarterly gatherings
Members gain knowledge and practical skills at gatherings focused on conservation topics tailored to the local region, with featured guest speakers, demonstrations, and opportunities to participate in hands-on activities in the outdoors.
Personalized ecological services
Interested members can discover more about their land’s unique natural features and get ideas for conservation strategies appropriate to their setting by requesting a free “Ecologist
Walk-about” or more extensive Base-line Ecological Inventory of their property (available on a cost-share basis).
Certificate of Participation
Registry members receive a certificate of participation suitable for framing.
Program discounts at WEI
Registry members are eligible for discounts on tuition for the Organic Farm School and selected other programs of the Women’s Environmental Institute and partner organizations.
Information resources and referral
Program staff are available on an ongoing basis to answer questions regarding land protection options, and will work to identify funding sources to assist members who wish to undertake restoration/management activities on their land.
Landowners in Amador and Sunrise Townships are welcome join this effort. For more information, contact program coordinator Laurie Allmann at laurie@w-e-i.org. This program operates with funding assistance from Embrace Open Space, which is supported by the McKnight Foundation. For more information on the Land Registry Program, conatct Laurie Allman laurie[at]w-e-i.org or 612-747-8267.