Wildlands & Woodlands: A Unified Vision for the Future of New England’s Forests

Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP (155 Seaport Blvd., Boston, MA 02210) | November 14, 2024, 5:15 pm – 7:30 pm

Collaboration in action: Hersey Mountain Forest in New Hampton/Sanbornton, NH, balances wilderness and sustainable forestry on a single forested parcel. Approximately 1,000 acres are managed as woodlands by NEFF, with the remaining 2,100 acres protected as wilderness under a conservation easement held by NEWT. Photo by Kari Post.

Featuring: Jon Leibowitz, President and CEO at Northeast Wilderness Trust and Bob Perschel, Executive Director at New England Forestry Foundation.

On Thursday, November 14, join New England Forestry Foundation and Northeast Wilderness Trust as we celebrate and reflect on a groundbreaking partnership to bolster New England’s forests against the climate and biodiversity crises.

Discover how an expanded network of wildland reserves and innovative forestry approaches can position forests to combat climate change, safeguard native species, and fuel a thriving bioeconomy. Hear inspiring examples of our collaboration to protect and preserve our precious forest ecosystems, and learn how you can engage with this transformative vision.

Speaking program begins at 5:45 p.m. with reception to follow.

Moderated by Katherine Collins, Head of Sustainable Investing at Putnam Investments