[SEMCO] Orenda Wildlife Land Trust receives grant to enhance habitat for wildlife

[Orenda Wildlife Land Trust]

Orenda is the recipient of Mass Dept of Fish and Game grant  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Baker-Polito Administration Awards Grants to Municipalities and Organizations for Wildlife Habitat Management Orenda Wildlife Land Trust has been awarded $16,704 to conduct a prescribed burn to improve wildlife habitat. “The Habitat Management Grant Program furthers the Baker-Polito Administration’s commitment to habitat management and wildlife protection,” said Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Kathleen A. Theoharides. “Conservation science has repeatedly demonstrated that continuous active habitat management activities for common and rare wildlife and plants are necessary for ecological resiliency and diversity.” “Habitat management is key to benefiting the uncommon birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians which are declining because their habitats are uncommon,” said Department of Fish and Game Commissioner Ron Amidon. “This program provides us the opportunity to expand our habitat management footprint and improve recreational opportunities for sportsmen and women, birders, naturalists and other outdoor enthusiasts.” “Fish and wildlife habitat management for both rare and common species and to enhance wildlife-related recreation opportunities is a top priority for MassWildlife,” said Dr. Mark Tisa, Director of the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. “Because 80% of Massachusetts is in private ownership, working with committed municipal and private landowners is a no-brainer. These grants help protect everyone’s investment in wildlife, habitat, and the enjoyment of outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting or watching wildlife.” The following landowners will receive MassWildlife Habitat Management Grants: Barnstable - The Town of Barnstable has been awarded $23,570 to use prescribed fire to improve pitch pine – oak woodland habitat at the West Barnstable Conservation Area. Edgartown - The Nature Conservancy has been awarded $25,889 to improve sandplain grasslands on the Katama Plains. Great Barrington - The Nature Conservancy has been awarded $28,576 to create and improve old field and shrubland habitats at the Schenob Brook Preserve. Hardwick and North Brookfield - The East Quabbin Land Trust has been awarded $13,642 to conduct invasive species control at Mandell Hill and Wendemuth Meadow. Lenox - The Town of Lenox has been awarded $26,810 to remove the invasive hardy kiwi plant at Kennedy Park and Mass Audubon’s Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary. Marshfield – Mass Aududon has been awarded $40,814 to perform field restoration work at the Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary. Mashpee – The Orenda Wildlife Land Trust has been awarded $16,704 to conduct a prescribed burn to improve wildlife habitat. Nantucket – The Nantucket Conservation Foundation has been awarded $9,433 to manage heathlands on the Middle Moors property. North Andover – The Trustees of Reservations has been awarded $44,272 to conduct habitat restoration work at the Weir Hill Reservation. Orange – A private landowner has been awarded $49,681 to create young forest habitat. Sandwich –Town of Sandwich has been awarded $23,570 to conduct a prescribed burn on the Maple Swamp Conservation Area. South Lee – South Lee Associates has been awarded $13,655 for efforts to control invasive species on Housatonic River properties. Yarmouth – The Town of Yarmouth has been awarded $24,780 to conduct a prescribed fire to restore pitch pine – oak woodlands. “The Department of Fish and Game’s grant investment in these projects are going to prove essential in completing ongoing habitat management efforts across the Commonwealth,” said State Representative Smitty Pignatelli (D-Lenox), Chairman of the Joint Committee on the Environment, Natural Resources, and Agriculture. “Personally, I have been working on removing hardy kiwi plant in Kennedy Park for the past four years, so on behalf of the 4th Berkshire District, I want to thank the Baker-Polito Administration for once again improving Massachusetts Wildlife.” “I am grateful to the Baker-Polito Administration and to the Department of Fish and Game’s Division of Fisheries and Wildlife for their dedication to wildlife conservation and habitat management,” said State Representative Randy Hunt (R-Sandwich). “It is essential to preserve our beautiful wildlife here on the Cape and throughout the Commonwealth”. # # # Download the PDF of the announcement from our website: See the announcement on the website Read the Fall Newsletter: Orenda's Fall 2019 Newsletter ** Orenda Wildlife Land Trust preserves and protects open space for wildlife habitat, fresh air, and water quality in sanctuaries on Cape Cod and throughout Massachusetts. We own or manage twenty-seven sanctuaries covering over 475 acres. Orenda also partners with other land trusts in protecting nearly 800 acres of open space. Orenda translates to “protected place” in the language of indigenous peoples. To learn more, visit us online at orendalandtrust.org. Visit our website at orendalandtrust.org Mute Swans Painted Turtles Red Fox with Kit Thank you for helping us to preserve open spaces for all to enjoy for years to come. Sincerely, Theresa M. Barbo Executive Director Here's my email: theresa.barbo at gmail.com Please contact me directly if you’d like to learn more. I look forward to connecting with you! Theresa Remember, if you shop on Amazon, choose Orenda Wildlife Land Trust as your charitable organization: smile.amazon.com/ch/04-3582388 Amazon will donate .5% of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to Orenda Wildlife Trust. Orenda Wildlife Land Trust P.O. Box 669 West Barnstable, Mass. 02668 orendalandtrust.org 508-362-4798 orenda at comcast.net Founded in 1986, Orenda's mission is to ‘preserve and protect open space for wildlife habitat, fresh air, and water quality in sanctuaries on Cape Cod and throughout Massachusetts.’ We own or manage twenty-seven sanctuaries covering over 475 acres. Orenda also partners with other land trusts in the protection of nearly 800 acres of land.   See what's happening on Facebook ‌ Orenda Wildlife Land Trust | PO Box 669, West Barnstable, MA 02668 508-362-4798 Unsubscribe semco at whoi.edu Update Profile | About Constant Contact Sent by theresa.barbo at gmail.com in collaboration with Try email marketing for free today!
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