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Backyard Biodiversity: Conservation Biology for the Landowner

Led by Rick Enser, former Coordinator of the RI Natural Heritage program

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Everyone who owns or maintains property is responsible for the species that share that space. As a result, our management decisions have a direct impact on the diversity of species present and the overall biological health of our communities. What should landowners do or stop doing to plan and implement a holistic approach to managing their land to promote native biodiversity? Led by Rick Enser, former Coordinator of the Rhode Island Natural Heritage program for 28 years and a current consultant to land trusts, communities and landowners on conservation issues.

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