02-174-CLC News Fall 2002 - Columbia Land Conservancy

Resources
Fall 2002
Columbia Land Conservancy
Offers New Walk Book
CONSERVANCY NEWS
Arevised, expanded edition of the 1995 book Walks by Protected Land is now available
at the Columbia Land Conservancy and local bookstores. Written by Conservancy
Trustee Sheldon Evans, the book pays tribute to those who have protected
their land with conservation easements. The twenty walks range from the hills of New
Lebanon to the farmlands of Gallatin, with
the majority of walks on roads passing by
privately protected land.
“This new edition conveys my passion for the rural
landscapes of Columbia County,” remarked Mr. Evans.
“Without the vision of all of our easement donors,
Columbia County would be a different place.”
The unique guide features walks that lead to some of
the county’s most spectacular vistas, wildlife habitats, and
agricultural landscapes. Primarily confined to rural
roads, these are mainly walks, not hikes, enabling people
of varying abilities the opportunity to enjoy. The guide
provides descriptive information, clear directions, and
details about mileage and parking.
The earlier version of the book, a local favorite, has
been out of print for two years. CLC extends its gratitude
to the several CLC members who provided financial
support and to an anonymous donor who contributed
$5,000 toward the new publication. Their support was
critical to CLC’s ability to publish this guide once again.
To purchase copies of Walks by Protected Land, contact
your local bookstore or Emily Warrington at the Conservancy
office at (518) 392-5252 ext. 203 or email at
emily@clctrust.org. Copies are available for $9.95, plus
tax, shipping and handling. Proceeds from the book will
support the Conservancy’s programs to protect working
farmland, wildlife habitat, and rural open space in
Columbia County. ❧
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Additional Books to Help With the Future of Your Land
Adequate planning for the future of your land is essential. It ensures that your wishes are addressed and
provides a solid financial foundation for the next generation of ownership. If you are planning for the
future of your land and have questions or concerns, the Conservancy has several resources that can
guide you with estate planning and land transfer.
Your Land is Your Legacy. Written by Jerry Cosgrove of American Farmland Trust, and updated in 2002,
this book offers guidance for the estate planning process; specifically targeted for farmers. ($13.95 plus tax.)
Preserving Family Lands: Book I. The updated version of this book by Attorney Stephen Small offers essential
tax strategies for landowners, including case studies incorporating the new tax laws. ($14.95 plus tax.)
Farmland Transfer and Protection in New England: A Guide for Entering and Existing Farmers. Though
focused primarily on New England, this book has a lot to offer landowners in New York State. Written by
Kathy Ruhf of the New England Small Farm Institute. ($12.00 plus tax.)
To place an order, call Emily Warrington at the Conservancy office at (518) 392-5252 ext. 203 or email at
emily@clctrust.org. All prices are in addition to a $3.00 shipping and handling charge. ❧