Rooted in Vermont since1977, we have protected more than 620,000 acres, or 11% of the private land in Vermont. These farms, forests, and community spacesshapeour identity and supportour wellbeing.Theyprovide us with healthy food and clean water, habitat for plantsand wildlife,economic opportunity, protection from a changing climate, and natural areas that inspire and delight. With expertise in conservation, ecology, community engagement, and finance, our team helps to: - Conserve land with important economic and environmental benefits by limiting development and ensuring sound land stewardship practices - Support farmers in buying land and growing sustainable businesses - Restore wetlands, improveforestand soil health, and share that knowledge with all who care for land - Ensure that permanent legal protectionson 2,200 parcels are upheld, in partnership with landowners - Connect all people to landthrougheducation and events