Everyone benefits from land preservation

• Land Preservation
• Methods
• General Benefits
• Tax Benefits

Some of the general benefits of protecting and conserving these natural features, open spaces and agricultural land include:

• Groundwater recharge and purification of municipal and private water systems, flood contril, pollution protection, and the support of unique plant and animal life.
• Recreational opportunities, including hunting, fishing, skiing, skating, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, sledding. swimming. hiking, nature study, photography and other outdoor pursuits.
• Preservation of agricultural land as a resource for food, feed and fiber for future generations.
• Economic opportunities in areas such as farming and tourism. Preservation of employment opportunities.
• Preserve sources of fresh local foods offering greater nutritional and economic value to consumers.
• Educational opportunities in natural history, biology, geology, ecology, agri-tourism and others.
• Wildlife habitat and aesthetics - view, serenity, rural nature.